Residential Support Worker

Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker!

Company: Budwood Limited
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Earning up to £36,768.20 with sleep-in shifts (dependent on qualification and experience)
Location: Dorchester
Specific Hours: Average 38 hours per week - shift pattern on rotation

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

At Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, we believe in the power of support and care. We provide residential care for children and young people who have faced challenging beginnings. Our mission is to create safe, stable, and nurturing environments where they can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills, and work towards a brighter future.

This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to change lives. We’re on the lookout for compassionate and motivated Residential Support Workers to join our vibrant team in Dorchester. Every day brings new challenges and rewards as you help young people build positive relationships and reach their full potential. Whether you’re experienced or new to this field, 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 from day one!

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting children and young people in a safe and welcoming home. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting young people with their daily routines
• Building positive relationships and being 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 we’re here to help you grow in this role!

Working Pattern

Your shifts will be on a rotating schedule:

• Each shift lasts 24 hours, including paid sleep-in time.
• You’ll typically work two or three shifts in a row.
• Expect a mix of weekdays and weekends.
• Overtime opportunities are available if you wish to earn more!

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 You

At Budwood, we value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:

• Comprehensive training to help you succeed.
• Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
• A company pension scheme.
• £64 per night sleep-in allowance.
• All meals provided while on duty.
• Access to the Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Well-being support through the Exchange Provision.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Monthly clinical and professional supervision, plus access to therapeutic support.

Ready to Make a Meaningful Impact?

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want to build a fulfilling career, 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 casual bank 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 be subject to an enhanced DBS check.