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: Poole

Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a role where you can truly impact a young person's life, you've come to the right place! 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, learn new skills, and work towards a brighter future. This isn’t just a job; it’s a chance to make a real difference!

Your Role

As a Casual Residential Support Worker, you’ll be an integral part of our team in Poole. No two days will be the same, and you’ll 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

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 Start Your Meaningful Career?

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.

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.