Residential Support Worker

Position: Full Time/Permanent

Salary:

• Unqualified: Base salary of £24,604.58, earning up to £32,348.58 with sleep-in shifts.
• Qualified: Base salary of £27,107.08, earning up to £34,851.08 with sleep-in shifts.

Location: Southampton

Hours: Shift pattern on rotation

At Budwood, part of Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing exceptional Residential Care and Support to children and young people facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Our mission is to create a stable, nurturing environment where young individuals can thrive, learn new skills, and transition successfully into adulthood.

We are on the lookout for passionate Residential Support Workers to join our vibrant team in Southampton. Here, you will play a crucial role in delivering personalized care packages tailored to the unique needs of each child and young adult. Join us, and become part of a supportive community that values your individuality and professional growth!

• Experience working with children and young people, with a solid understanding of the challenges they face.
• Flexibility to work 7 x 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins, on a 3-week rotation (09:00 am - 09:30 am the following day).
• Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
• Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with our young individuals.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, accepting guidance and direction.
• Encourage the development of individual interests and talents of our young people.
• Hold or be willing to work towards a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma or equivalent qualification (upgrading to Level 4 diploma is encouraged).
• Possess a full UK driving license and a car for travel purposes.
• Exhibit excellent communication and listening skills.
• Be eager to learn and grow in your role.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us).
• Experience with Emotional Behavioral Disorder, Social/Residential Work, or Youth Work is a plus!

• Receive a sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
• Enjoy up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
• All meals on duty are provided.
• Participate in our company pension scheme.
• Access our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Benefit from wellbeing programs through our Exchange Provision.
• Engage in a comprehensive training program, followed by ongoing professional development.
• Explore promotion opportunities within the organization.
• Receive monthly clinical and professional supervisions, along with access to therapeutic support.

At Budwood Limited, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Join us in making a difference!