Residential Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? At Budwood, part of Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing exceptional residential care and support to those with emotional and behavioral difficulties. We are looking for enthusiastic Residential Support Workers to join our team in Southampton!

At Budwood, we believe in creating a stable and nurturing environment for our young people, many of whom have faced challenging experiences. Our mission is to offer high levels of support and guidance, helping them develop essential skills for a successful transition to independence and adulthood.

As a Residential Support Worker, you will:

• Provide flexible and individualized care packages for our children and young adults.
• Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
• Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships.
• Encourage the development of individual interests.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Experience working with children and young people, along with an understanding of the challenges they face.
• Flexibility to work 7 x 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins, on a 3-week rotation.
• A willingness to pursue a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma or equivalent, with the goal of upgrading to Level 4.
• A full UK driving license and access to a car for travel.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• A commitment to learning and teamwork.
• A willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check (which we will cover).

Experience with Emotional Behavioral Disorder, Social/Residential Work, or Youth Work is a plus!

At Budwood, we value our team and offer a range of benefits, including:

• A competitive sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
• Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
• All meals provided during your shifts.
• A company pension plan.
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Wellbeing programs through our Exchange Provision.
• A comprehensive training program with ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Promotion opportunities and monthly clinical supervisions.
• Access to therapeutic support.

Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. If you share our commitment, we would love to hear from you!