Residential Support Worker

Position: Full Time/Permanent

Salary:

• Unqualified: Base salary of £24,604.58, earning up to £32,348.58 with sleep-in shifts.
• Qualified: Base salary of £27,107.08, earning up to £34,851.08 with 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 team in Bournemouth. Here, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment that values your individuality. Our staff are trained in Developmental Trauma and therapeutic parenting, equipping you with the tools to offer the best support possible.

• Experience working with children and young people, with an understanding of the challenges they face.
• 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 of our young people.
• Hold a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or be willing to work towards a Level 4 diploma.
• Possess a full UK driving license and car for travel purposes.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• A willingness to learn and grow.
• Ability to work well within a small team.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us).
• Experience with Emotional Behavioral Disorder, Social/Residential Work, or Youth Work is a plus.

• A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
• Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
• All meals provided while on duty.
• Company pension scheme.
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Wellbeing programs through our Exchange Provision.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for promotion and career growth.
• 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!