Support Worker Location- Bala Contract- Full Time Role Type- Permanent Working hours per week- 40 Salary- £27,331.20 -£30,305.60 Closing Date- Monday 28 September 2026 Residential Support Worker - Children's Residential Care Location: Bala, Gwynedd Full UK manual driving licence required Full-Time permanent role - with great work/life balance 3 month rota planned in advance Sleep-ins included £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Scheme Extraordinary Days Every Day We welcome applicants with and without experience and from backgrounds such as education, youth work, childcare, healthcare, social care, learning disabilities, SEN and community services
Are you looking for a full-time residential support worker job in Bala that offers stability, structure, and a genuine work-life balance? Join Branas Isaf Children's Services, part of the CareTech Group, and help create Extraordinary Days Every Day for children and young people who need it most. We are recruiting full-time Residential Support Workers to support children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs in a therapeutic residential setting. Whether you're experienced or new to care, if you share our values, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed. About the Role As a Residential Support Worker, you will:
Provide emotional and practical support to children and young people with complex needs Work as part of a therapeutic care team, alongside education and clinical professionals Support young people to build independence, confidence, and life skills Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing home environment Take part in meaningful activities that promote positive outcomes and development This is a full-time role, with sleep-ins included and a 3-month rota issued in advance, allowing you to plan your life outside of work with confidence. Full-time permanent position -Includes evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins Designed to support a healthy work-life balance.
What We're Looking For We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. You don't need previous experience in residential childcare, we value transferable skills from roles such as:
Care or support work Education or teaching assistant roles Youth work Customer service or people-focused roles.
.Key qualities include:
Empathy, resilience, and patience Strong communication and teamwork skills A positive, proactive attitude A genuine desire to support vulnerable children Essential requirements Full UK manual driving licence Willingness to work unsociable hours, including sleep-ins Commitment to full-time employment.
Why Join Branas Isaf?
3-month rota provided in advance Sleep-ins included Rural location in Bala, North Wales Competitive salary with enhanced rates for qualified staff £500 Welcome Bonus £1,000 Refer a Friend Scheme Fully funded QCF Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare Paid induction and specialist therapeutic training Ongoing professional development and CPD (100+ free online courses) Free meals during shifts Paid enhanced DBS check Free on-site parking Company vehicle available during shifts Pension scheme Annual employee awards and recognition events Access to CareTech Foundation grants for family and friends Supportive, award-winning UK care provider.
About Branas Isaf & CareTech Branas Isaf is part of the CareTech Group, one of the UK's leading providers of specialist social care. With over 25 years' experience in therapeutic residential childcare, we support children with emotional and behavioural challenges to heal, grow, and reach their full potential. Your Next Step This isn't just a job, it's a career where you can change lives every day. Apply today and become a Residential Support Worker in Bala. 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. CareTech Community Services are proud to inform you that they are a Disability Confident Leader.
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