Join Our Team as a 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: Poole
Hours: Shift pattern on rotation
Who Are We?
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, 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 Poole. Here, you will play a crucial role in delivering personalized care packages tailored to the unique needs of each child and young adult. With us, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values your individuality and growth.
All our staff receive training in 'Developmental Trauma' and therapeutic parenting, equipping you with the tools to provide the best support possible. Check out our website to see inspiring videos of our staff and young people sharing their experiences at Budwood!
Main Duties and Requirements:
* 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).
* Commitment to promoting, safeguarding, and protecting the welfare of our young people.
* Ability to establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with our young people.
* Team player who can accept direction and guidance.
* Encouragement of individual interests and development of our young people.
* Possession of a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma, Children and Young People's Workforce, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to work towards a Level 4 diploma.
* Full UK driving license and car for travel purposes.
* Excellent communication and listening skills.
* Willingness to learn and grow.
* Ability to work well in 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.
Why Work for Budwood?
* 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 encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.