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: Southampton
Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

Are you looking for a role where you can truly change 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, learn new skills, and move towards a brighter future. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to make a real impact!

Your Role

We are seeking caring and motivated Casual Residential Support Workers to join our Southampton team. In this dynamic role, no two days will be the same! 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

Experience with children or young people is a plus, but it’s not a requirement. What matters most is your attitude, willingness to learn, and genuine desire to help others. We’ll provide you with comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident in your role from day one!

What We’re Looking For

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)
• 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. Here’s what you can expect:

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

Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact?

If you’re eager to build a rewarding career supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and become part of a 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 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 undergo an enhanced DBS check.