Support Worker, Community Health

Location:

Oswestry, England, United Kingdom

Contract:

Full Time, Permanent

Working hours per week: 40

Salary: £27,206.40 - £30,180.80

Closing Date:
Wednesday 28 January 2026

• Rural location – Oswestry
• 2 on / 4 off shift pattern – enjoy an excellent work-life balance
• Part of a supportive, award-winning UK care provider
• Make a genuine impact in the lives of vulnerable children and young people
• No previous care experience necessary – full training provided
• 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
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Paid induction and specialist therapeutic training
• Free meals provided during shifts (residential homes)
• Paid enhanced DBS check
• Free on-site parking
• Company vehicle available during shifts
• Access to over 100 free online CPD courses
• Pension scheme
• Annual employee awards and recognition events
• Access to Care Tech Foundation grants for family and friends

• 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 professionals
• Encourage young people to grow, develop independence, and thrive in a safe and structured environment
• Help create Extraordinary Days Every Day through positive, meaningful experiences

• Full UK manual driving licence (essential)
• Willingness to work unsociable hours (evenings, weekends, and overnight sleep-ins)
• Ability to commit to a 2 days on (with sleep-ins) / 4 days off rolling rota
• No prior experience required – full training and mentoring provided

• Empathy and patience
• Strong communication and teamwork
• A proactive, positive attitude

• Compassionate and caring approach
• Empowering young people to reach their potential
• Person-centred care tailored to individual needs
• Innovative methods in therapeutic practice

Part of the Care Tech 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.

If you’re enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to start a meaningful career in residential childcare and therapeutic support, apply today and join a team that delivers Extraordinary Days Every Day for the young people we care for.

Care Tech is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. All applicants must pass an enhanced DBS/PVG check and provide references covering the past two years plus all roles involving vulnerable groups.