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 (based on qualifications and experience)

Location: Southampton

Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover

Why Choose Budwood?

Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people? 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 role here is not just a job; it’s a chance to help shape brighter futures.

We create safe, stable, and nurturing environments where young individuals can rebuild their confidence, learn vital skills, and thrive. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we want you on our team!

Your Role

As a Casual Residential Support Worker, you will play a pivotal role in the lives of the young people we support. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting young people with their daily routines
• Building positive relationships and becoming a trusted adult
• Helping them develop confidence, life skills, and independence
• Ensuring they feel safe, supported, and encouraged every day

Experience with children or young people is a plus, but what matters most is your attitude and willingness to learn. We provide comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident from day one!

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care, or equivalent (or be willing to work towards it)
• Possess 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 and offer a range of benefits to support your journey:

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

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re eager to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and join a dedicated team that makes a difference every single day. We also welcome applications for full-time, permanent roles.

Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all 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 undergo an enhanced DBS check.