Residential Support Worker

Position: Residential Support Worker

Type: 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: Southampton

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 Southampton. Here, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values your individuality and supports your professional growth. Our staff are trained in 'Developmental Trauma' and therapeutic parenting, ensuring you have the tools to provide the best support possible.

• 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) on a 3-week rotation.
• 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 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 car for travel purposes.
• Exhibit excellent communication and listening skills.
• Be eager to learn and grow in your role.
• Complete an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us).
• 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.

At Budwood Limited, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Join us in making a difference!