Residential Childcare Support Worker
Join Our Team as a Residential Childcare Support Worker!
Are you ready to make a genuine difference in a young person's life? At Budwood Limited, part of the Polaris Community, we provide essential residential care and support for children and young people who have faced challenging beginnings. Our mission is to create safe, stable, and nurturing environments where these young individuals can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills, and work towards a brighter future.
This is more than just a job—it's a chance to be a part of something truly impactful. We are seeking motivated and caring Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team in Poole. If you're passionate about helping others and ready for a rewarding challenge, we want to hear from you!
Your Role
As a Casual Residential Support Worker, no two days will be the same! You will play a vital role 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
Whether you have experience working with children or this is your first opportunity, we believe in your potential. We provide 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 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 value our team members and provide a supportive environment where you can grow. Here’s what you can expect:
- A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night
- Accrual of holiday pay
- All meals provided while on duty
- Opportunities for promotion
- Monthly clinical and professional supervision
If you're eager to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we would 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 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.
