Residential Support Worker

Position: Residential Support Worker

Type: Full Time/Permanent

Salary:

• Unqualified: £33,349.58 (including sleep-in shifts)
• Qualified (Level 3/4): Up to £35,935.36 (including sleep-in shifts)

Location: Poole

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 and 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 Poole. Here, you will play a crucial role in delivering personalized care packages tailored to the unique needs of each child and young adult. Our supportive and collaborative team is committed to recognizing and valuing each staff member as an individual. With training in 'Developmental Trauma' and therapeutic parenting, you will be equipped to provide the best possible support to our young people.

• Experience working with children and young people, with an understanding of the challenges they face in care.
• 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 the children.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, accepting direction and guidance.
• Encourage the development of individual interests and skills of our young people.
• Hold or be willing to work towards a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma, Children and Young People's Workforce, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent.
• Possess a full UK driving license and car for travel purposes.
• Exhibit excellent communication and listening skills.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow.
• Be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which will be 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 and eligible candidates. Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is paramount, and we expect all staff to share this dedication. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Budwood and help shape the future of our young people!