Lead Care and Support Worker

Lead Care and Support Worker

We are looking for a Lead Care and Support Worker to join our team at Bradbury Gardens, our off-site residential provision located within the beautiful surroundings of Pittville Park, Cheltenham.

Job details

Salary

£14.86 p/hr weekdays £18.57 p/hr at weekends

Hours of work

Full time, all year

Location

Cheltenham

Location status

Onsite, Bradbury Gardens

Contract type

Permanent

Interview date

TBC

Closing date

13/11/2026

About the role

Are you passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young people with learning disabilities and complex needs? Do you lead by example, bring positivity to your team, and share National Star's values of inclusion, respect and opportunity?

We are looking for a Lead Care and Support Worker to join our team at Bradbury Gardens, our off-site residential provision located within the beautiful surroundings of Pittville Park, Cheltenham.

Bradbury Gardens supports residential students who attend lessons at National Star College. The college campus is approximately 10 minutes away, with all transport and logistics arranged by National Star, meaning staff do not need to worry about driving students between sites.

What you'll be doing

As a Lead Facilitator, you'll play a key role in supporting young adults with learning disabilities, complex physical needs and associated health conditions to live as independently as possible while enjoying a rich and meaningful student experience.

You'll:

• Lead shifts and support the day-to-day running of the service.

• Supervise and support colleagues within the team.

• Deliver high-quality person-centred care and support.

• Work closely with therapists, clinical teams and education colleagues.

• Support students both within the residence and in the local community.

• Promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for students.

• Act as a positive role model who embodies National Star's values every day.

What we're looking for

Above all else, we're looking for people who share the National Star values and have a genuine passion for working with individuals with learning disabilities.

External Applicants

You must have:

• A Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and/or complex needs.

• Previous experience leading shifts, supervising colleagues or taking on additional responsibilities within a care setting.

Internal Applicants

You must be:

• An existing Advanced Facilitator or Specialist Facilitator.

• Hold a minimum Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification.

• Be willing to work towards and obtain a Level 3 qualification if you do not already hold one.

Why Bradbury Gardens?

• Unique residential setting within Pittville Park.

• Opportunity to work with young adults and support their journey through education.

• Strong multi-disciplinary working alongside therapists, clinicians and education teams.

• Transport between sites arranged by National Star.

• Supportive management team and development opportunities.

• A role where your leadership, values and experience can have a lasting impact.

Hours

This role works on a two-week rota which includes:

• Early shifts from 7:00am

• Late shifts up to 10:00pm

• Alternate weekends

Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of our students and the service.

Join Us

If you're an experienced care professional with a passion for learning disability support, strong values, and the ability to inspire others to deliver excellent care, we'd love to hear from you.

At National Star, we're not just looking for qualifications. We're looking for people who lead with compassion, champion independence, and want to make every day count for the young people we support.

About us

National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,400 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Staff benefits

• Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme – theory and practical
• Subsidised bus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood (subject to availability)
• Award-winning training
• Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite
• Westfield medical cover
• Life insurance cover
• Employee helpline
• Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
• Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more

Last reviewed on 30/10/2026