Residential Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker!

Company: Budwood Limited
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Earning up to £36,768.20 with sleep-in shifts (dependent on qualification and experience)
Location: Southampton
Specific Hours: Average 38 hours per week - Shift pattern on rotation

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

Are you searching for a role where you can truly impact a young person's life? At Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, we provide essential residential care and support for children and young people who have faced challenging beginnings. Your work here will matter immensely.

We create safe, stable, and nurturing environments where young people can rebuild their confidence, acquire new skills, and move towards a brighter future. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to make a real difference!

We’re on the lookout for compassionate and motivated Residential Support Workers to join our Southampton team. Each day brings new challenges and rewards as you support young people, foster positive relationships, and help them reach their full potential. Experience is a plus, but what we value most is your attitude, eagerness to learn, and genuine desire to help others. We’ll provide comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident from day one.

At Budwood, you’ll be part of a supportive and friendly team where your contributions are valued, and you’ll have opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Your Role and Responsibilities

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

Whether you have prior experience working with children or this is your first role in this field, we are committed to providing you with all the training and support you need to thrive.

Working Pattern

Your shifts will be on a rotating schedule:

• Each shift lasts 24 hours (you will be paid to sleep at the home)
• Typically, you will complete two or three shifts in a row
• Expect a mix of weekdays and weekends
• Opportunities for overtime are available if you wish

What We’re Looking For

To succeed 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 (travel 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 believe in investing in our team. Here’s what you can expect:

• Comprehensive training
• Up to 6 weeks' 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 ready to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and become part of 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 and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.