Join Our Team as a Residential Support Worker!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? At Budwood, part of Polaris Community, we are dedicated to providing exceptional residential care and support to those facing emotional and behavioral challenges. We are looking for enthusiastic Residential Support Workers to join our team in Southampton!
About Us
At Budwood, we believe in creating a stable and nurturing environment for young people who have experienced adverse childhood experiences. Our mission is to offer high levels of support and guidance, helping them develop essential skills for a successful transition to independence and adulthood.
Your Role
As a Residential Support Worker, you will:
* Provide flexible and individualized care packages for our children and young adults.
* Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships with the young people in your care.
* Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
* Encourage the development of individual interests and skills.
* Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team, accepting guidance and direction.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* Experience working with children and young people, along with an understanding of the challenges they face.
* Flexibility to work 7 x 24-hour shifts, including sleep-ins, on a 3-week rotation.
* A willingness to pursue a Residential Childcare/Families Practitioner Diploma or equivalent, with the goal of upgrading to a Level 4 diploma.
* A full UK driving license and access to a car for travel purposes.
* Excellent communication and listening skills.
* A commitment to learning and personal development.
* A willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check (which we will cover).
Experience with Emotional Behavioral Disorder, Social/Residential Work, or Youth Work is a plus!
What We Offer
At Budwood, we value our team and provide a range of benefits, including:
* A competitive salary: £24,604.58 (unqualified) or £27,107.08 (qualified), with potential earnings up to £32,348.58 or £34,851.08 with sleep-in shifts.
* A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night.
* Up to 6 weeks of holiday per year.
* All meals on duty provided.
* A company pension plan.
* Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
* Wellbeing programs through our Exchange Provision.
* A comprehensive training program and ongoing professional development opportunities.
* Promotion opportunities and monthly clinical and professional supervisions.
* Access to therapeutic support.
Join Us!
Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer, and we warmly encourage applications from all 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.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with us, we can’t wait to hear from you!