Residential Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? At Budwood, part of Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing exceptional residential care and support to those facing emotional and behavioral challenges. We are looking for enthusiastic Residential Support Workers to join our team in Southampton!

About Us

At Budwood, we believe in creating a stable and nurturing environment for our young residents. Many of the children and young people we support have experienced adverse childhood experiences, and our mission is to help them transition to independence and adulthood with confidence. Join us in providing high levels of support and guidance, helping them learn new skills and thrive!

Your Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Provide flexible and individualized care packages for our children and young adults.
• Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
• Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships.
• Encourage the development of individual interests and skills.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Experience working with children and young people, along with an understanding of the challenges they face.
• The ability to work a 3-week rolling rota, including 7 × 24-hour shifts (09:00-09:30 the following day) with sleep-ins, and enjoy 1 weekend off every 3 weeks.
• A willingness to pursue a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car for travel.
• Excellent communication and listening skills, along with a desire to learn and grow.
• A commitment to undertake an enhanced DBS check (which we will cover).

Why Work with Us?

At Budwood, we value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:

• A competitive salary: £33,349.58 for unqualified staff and up to £35,935.36 for qualified staff (Level 3/4), including sleep-in shifts.
• A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
• Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
• All meals on duty provided.
• A company pension plan.
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Wellbeing programs and comprehensive training, including ongoing professional development.
• Promotion opportunities and monthly clinical supervisions.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young people. If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding career with Budwood, we encourage you to apply!

Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.