Residential Team Leader / Senior Support Worker

Bonus: £500 Welcome bonus + £1,000 Refer-a-friend scheme
Shift Pattern: 2 on / 4 off (Long Days & Sleep-Ins)
Contract: Full Time
Driver Required: Full UK manual driving licence (essential)

Extraordinary Days Every Day

Are you an experienced senior support worker or residential team leader looking to take the next step in children’s residential care? Join Branas Isaf Children’s Services, part of the CareTech family, and help transform the lives of children and young people with emotional, behavioural and complex needs.

With over 30 years’ experience, Branas Isaf delivers an outstanding integrated model of therapeutic care, education and support across the UK.

The Role – Residential Team Leader / Senior Support Worker

As a residential team leader, you will play a key role in leading, mentoring and supporting a team of residential support workers while ensuring the highest standards of care for children and young people.

You will:

Support young people to build positive relationships and achieve their full potential
Lead shifts and act as a positive role model within the home
Promote a person-centred, therapeutic approach
Work collaboratively with education, therapy and management teams
Participate in the Management On-Call rota
Essential Requirements
Minimum 12 months’ experience in a Children’s residential care setting
QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People (or equivalent)
Experience leading or supporting a staff team
Full UK manual driving licence (company car provided during work hours)
Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends
Willingness to join the management On-Call system
New staff must be comfortable using an electronic care recording system on a daily basis to document, monitor, and update children and young people’s records accurately. Experience with Clearcare is an advantage, but not essential, as full training will be provided. However, all staff are expected to confidently use digital systems as part of their day-to-day role.
Our Values

We’re looking for someone who is:

Friendly, passionate and caring
Positive, approachable and professional
Empowering and child-focused
Innovative and solutions-driven
Committed to safeguarding and best practice.
Benefits & Rewards

Competitive salary with enhanced qualified rates
£500 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
£1,000 Refer-a-Friend Scheme
4-week fully paid induction programme
Fully funded Leadership & Management training
Face-to-face therapeutic and specialist training
Free access to online learning courses
Free Enhanced DBS check
Free on-site parking
Employee benefits programme.
Safeguarding Commitment

Branas Isaf is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, including a check against the Children’s Barred List.

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career where every day makes a difference, apply today.