Residential Support Worker

Position: Full Time/Permanent

Unqualified Salary: £33,349.58 (includes sleep-in shifts)

Qualified Salary (Level 3/4): Up to £35,935.36 (includes sleep-in shifts)

Location: Southampton

Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation

At Budwood, part of Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing Residential Care and Support for 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 Southampton. 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 values your individuality and is committed to your professional growth. All staff receive training in 'Developmental Trauma' and therapeutic parenting to enhance your ability to provide exceptional support.

• Support children and young people, understanding the challenges they face in care.
• Work a 3-week rolling rota with 7 × 24-hour shifts (09:00-09:30 the following day), including sleep-ins, with one weekend off every three weeks.
• Promote and safeguard 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.
• Possess a full UK driving license and a 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 we will cover.
• 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 with 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, actively encouraging applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we 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 people!