Residential Childcare Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!

Company: Budwood Limited

Contract: Casual

Salary: £12.79 - £14.50 per hour (dependent on qualification and experience)

Location: Southampton

Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

Are you looking for a role where you can truly change a young person's life? At Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, we provide residential care and support for children and young people who have faced challenging beginnings. Our mission is to create safe, stable, and supportive homes where these young individuals can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills, and move towards a brighter future.

This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to make a real impact. We’re on the lookout for caring and motivated Casual Residential Support Workers to join our Southampton team. Each day brings new challenges and rewards as you support young people, build positive relationships, and help them reach their full potential. Whether you have experience or are new to this field, what matters most is your attitude, willingness to learn, and genuine desire to help others. We’ll provide you with comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident in your role from day one.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Casual Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Support young people with their daily routines
• Build positive relationships and become a trusted adult
• Help them develop confidence, life skills, and independence
• Ensure they feel safe, supported, and encouraged every day

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care, or equivalent, or be willing to work towards it
• Have a full UK driving licence and access to a car, as travel is required
• Be friendly and able to communicate effectively with children and colleagues
• Be willing to complete an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us)

What We Offer You

At Budwood, we value our team members and provide a supportive environment where you can grow. Here’s what you can expect:

• A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night
• Holiday accrual
• All meals on duty provided
• Promotion opportunities
• Monthly clinical and professional supervision

Ready to Build a Meaningful Career?

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a team that makes a real difference every single day, we’d love to hear from you! Applications for full-time, permanent roles will also be considered.

At Budwood Limited, we are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.