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 young individuals 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 be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values your individuality and growth.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Support children and young people, understanding the challenges they face in care.
• Work a 3-week rolling rota, including 7 × 24-hour shifts (09:00-09:30 the following day) with sleep-ins, ensuring you have 1 weekend off every 3 weeks.
• Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
• Build and maintain positive, trusting relationships with the children.
• Collaborate effectively within a team, accepting guidance and direction.
• 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.
• Undergo an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us).
• Experience with Emotional Behavioral Disorder, Social/Residential Work, or Youth Work is a plus!

What We Offer

At Budwood, we believe in rewarding our team members. Here’s what you can expect:

• A 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 and career growth.
• 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 candidates and are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to make a difference? Join us in creating a brighter future for our young people!