Residential Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker!

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? 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 environments where they 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 change lives. We are seeking caring and motivated Residential Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Dorchester. If you have the right attitude and a genuine desire to help others, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As a 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

Working Pattern

Your role will involve a shift rota, with each shift lasting 24 hours. You’ll be compensated for sleep-in shifts and typically work two to three shifts in a row, mixing weekdays and weekends. Plus, there’s the opportunity for overtime if you’re interested!

Requirements for the Role

To thrive in this role, you should:

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care, 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 believe in supporting our team members. Here’s what you can expect:

• Comprehensive training to help you succeed
• Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year
• Company pension scheme
• £64 per night sleep-in allowance
• All meals provided while on duty
• Access to the Exchange Employee Discount Scheme
• Wellbeing support through the Exchange Provision
• Career progression opportunities
• Monthly clinical and professional supervision, plus access to therapeutic support

If you’re passionate about building a meaningful career supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join a team that makes a real difference every single day.

We also welcome applications for casual bank roles. 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.