Residential Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker!

Position: Residential Support Worker

Type: Full Time/Permanent

Salary:

• Unqualified: £33,349.58 (including sleep-in shifts)
• Qualified (Level 3/4): Up to £35,935.36 (including sleep-in shifts)

Location: Southampton

Hours: Shift pattern on rotation

Who Are We?

At Budwood, part of Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing exceptional residential care and support to children and young people facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Our mission is to create a stable and nurturing environment where our young people can thrive, learn new skills, and transition successfully into adulthood.

We are on the lookout for passionate Residential Support Workers to join our vibrant team in Southampton. Here, you will play a crucial role in delivering personalized care packages tailored to the unique needs of each child and young adult. With us, you’ll find a supportive and collaborative atmosphere that values your individuality and professional growth.

Your Role: Main Duties and Requirements

• Experience working with children and young people, with an understanding of the challenges they face in care.
• Ability to work a 3-week rolling rota, including 7 × 24-hour shifts (09:00-09:30 the following day) with sleep-ins, and 1 weekend off every 3 weeks.
• Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
• Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with our young people.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, accepting direction and guidance.
• Encourage the development of individual interests and skills of our young people.
• Hold or be willing to work towards a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Possess a full UK driving license and car for travel purposes.
• Exhibit excellent communication and listening skills.
• Be eager to learn and grow in your role.
• Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us).
• Experience with Emotional Behavioral Disorder, Social/Residential Work, or Youth Work is a plus.

Why Work with Us? Benefits

• Sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
• Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
• All meals provided while on duty.
• Company pension scheme.
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Wellbeing programs through our Exchange Provision.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Clear pathways for promotion.
• Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, along with access to therapeutic support.

At Budwood Limited, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from qualified and eligible candidates. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is paramount, and we expect all staff to share this dedication. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Budwood and help shape the future of our young people!