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: Bournemouth

Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover

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!

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 Casual Residential Support Workers to join our Bournemouth team. Each day brings new challenges, and you’ll play a vital role in supporting young people, fostering positive relationships, and helping them reach their full potential. Experience isn’t a must; what matters 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 to grow.

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

While experience with children or young people is beneficial, we understand that this may be your first role in this field. We are committed to providing you with all the training and support you need to succeed!

What We’re Looking For

• A Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care, or equivalent (or a willingness to work towards it)
• A friendly demeanor with strong communication skills to engage with children and colleagues
• A willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us)

What We Offer You

• A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night
• Accrued holiday pay
• All meals provided while on duty
• Opportunities for promotion
• Monthly clinical and professional supervision

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 full-time, permanent 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.