Support Worker

Support Worker - Bromyard (Full UK Manual Driving Licence Required) Outstanding Work-Life Balance Full-Time £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Extraordinary Days Every Day At Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech Group, we believe in creating Extraordinary Days Every Day for the children and young people we support. We are now recruiting residential support workers in Bromyard, Herefordshire. Whether you're experienced or completely new to care, if you have the right values, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do As a residential support worker, you will: Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex needs (including emotional and behavioural difficulties)Be part of a therapeutic care team alongside education and clinical professionalsEncourage young people to grow, develop independence, and thrive in a safe and structured environmentHelp create Extraordinary Days Every Day through positive, meaningful experiencesNew 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.

Requirements Full UK manual driving licence (essential)Willingness to work unsociable hours (evenings, weekends, and overnight sleep-ins) Ability to commit to sleep ins with a rolling rota No prior experience required - full training and mentoring provided. What We're Looking For We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Whether you've worked in care, education support work, residential childcare or youth services, customer service facing roles or another people focused role, we value transferable skills such as: Empathy and patienceStrong communication and teamworkA proactive, positive attitude.

Our Values Compassionate and caring approachEmpowering young people to reach their potentialPerson-centred care tailored to individual needsInnovative methods in therapeutic practice. Why Join Us? Rural location - peaceful countryside setting near BromyardA compressed shift pattern means fewer working days and more consecutive days off - ideal for maintaining a healthy work-life balancePart of a supportive, award-winning UK care providerMake a genuine impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young peopleNo previous care experience necessary - full training providedCompetitive salary, with enhanced rates for qualified staff£500 Welcome Bonus£1,000 Refer a Friend schemeFully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential ChildcareOngoing training and professional developmentPaid induction and specialist therapeutic trainingFree meals provided during shifts (residential homes)Paid enhanced DBS check Free on-site parkingCompany vehicle available during shiftsAccess to over 100 free online CPD coursesPension schemeAnnual employee awards and recognition eventsAccess to CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends.

About Branas Isaf and CareTech Part of the CareTech Group, one of the UK's leading social care providers, Branas Isaf has delivered therapeutic residential childcare, education, and support for over 25 years. We specialise in supporting children with emotional and behavioural challenges, offering a nurturing environment that promotes healing and growth. Your Next Step This isn't just a job - it's a chance to change lives, one extraordinary day at a time.

Join us and be part of something meaningful. Apply today! Safeguarding Statement CareTech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children.

All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.