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: Bournemouth

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 Bournemouth. 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 team is committed to your growth, offering training in 'Developmental Trauma' and therapeutic parenting to enhance your ability to provide the best support possible.

• Support children and young people, understanding the challenges they face in care.
• Work flexible hours, including 7 x 24-hour shifts with sleep-ins over a 3-week rotation (09:00 AM - 09:30 AM the following day).
• Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
• Build and maintain positive, trusting relationships with the children.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, accepting guidance and direction.
• 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 or equivalent qualification.
• 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 (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 and are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Join us in making a difference!