Join Our Team as a 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: Poole
Specific 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 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 Poole. 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 to our young people.
Main Duties and Requirements:
* Experience working with children and young people, with an understanding of the challenges they face in care.
* 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 our young people.
* Collaborate effectively as part of a team, accepting direction and guidance.
* Encourage the development of individual interests in our young people.
* Hold or be willing to work towards a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma, Children and Young People's Workforce, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent.
* Possess a full UK driving license and car, as travel is required.
* Exhibit excellent communication and listening skills.
* Be eager to learn and grow.
* 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 advantageous.
Benefits of Working for Budwood:
* Sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
* Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
* All meals on duty provided.
* Company pension scheme.
* Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
* Wellbeing programs through our Exchange Provision.
* Comprehensive training program, followed by ongoing CPD opportunities.
* Promotion opportunities available.
* Monthly clinical and professional supervisions, with access to therapeutic support.
At Budwood Limited, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, encouraging applications from qualified and eligible candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check.