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

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

Are you looking 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 regain their confidence, acquire new skills, and work towards a brighter future. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to be a part of something meaningful.

Your Role

We’re on the lookout for compassionate and motivated Casual Residential Support Workers to join our Southampton team. In this dynamic role, no two days will be the same! You’ll be instrumental in:

• Supporting 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 working 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 comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident in your role from day one.

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
• A commitment to completing an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us)

What We Offer

• 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.

At Budwood Limited, we are an equal opportunities employer and encourage 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.