Residential Childcare Support Worker
Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!
Are you ready to make a genuine difference in a young person's life? At Budwood Limited, part of the Polaris Community, we provide essential residential care and support for children and young people who have faced challenging beginnings. Our mission is to create safe, stable, and nurturing homes where these young individuals can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills, and move towards a brighter future.
This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to transform lives. We are seeking motivated and caring Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team in Southampton. If you have a passion for helping others and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do:
As a Casual Residential Support Worker, your role will be dynamic and fulfilling. 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
Requirements:
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:
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
If you’re looking to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and become part of a team that makes a real difference every single day.
Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and encourages 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.
