Residential Support Worker

Position: Residential Support Worker

Type: Full Time/Permanent

Unqualified: Starting at £24,604.58, with potential earnings up to £32,348.58 including sleep-in shifts.

Qualified: Starting at £27,107.08, with potential earnings up to £34,851.08 including sleep-in shifts.

Based in the beautiful area of Poole .

Shift patterns on rotation, including 7 x 24-hour shifts with sleep-ins.

At Budwood , part of the Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing exceptional residential care and support for children and young people facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Our mission is to create a stable, nurturing environment where our young residents can thrive and develop the skills they need for a successful transition to independence.

We are on the lookout for passionate Residential Support Workers to join our dedicated team. Here, you will be part of a collaborative environment that values your individuality and supports your professional growth. All staff receive training in Developmental Trauma and therapeutic parenting, equipping you to provide the best possible support to our young people.

• Work with children and young people, understanding the unique challenges they face.
• Be flexible with your availability, working 7 x 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of our young residents.
• Build and maintain positive, trusting relationships with the young people.
• Collaborate effectively within a team, accepting guidance and direction.
• Encourage the development of individual interests and skills of our young residents.
• Hold or be willing to work towards a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a full UK driving license and a car for travel purposes.
• Exhibit excellent communication and listening skills.
• Show a willingness to learn and grow.
• Be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which we will cover.
• Experience with Emotional Behavioral Disorder 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 with ongoing professional development.
• Explore promotion opportunities within the organization.
• Receive monthly clinical and professional supervisions, along with access to therapeutic support.

Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer, encouraging 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.

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