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’re looking for enthusiastic Residential Support Workers to join our team in Southampton!
About Us
At Budwood, we create a stable and nurturing environment for young people who have experienced adverse childhood experiences. Our mission is to provide 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 to our children and young adults.
* Promote, safeguard, and protect the welfare of our young people.
* Establish and maintain positive, trusting relationships.
* Encourage the development of individual interests.
* Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated team.
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 Level 4.
* A full UK driving license and access to a car for travel.
* 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 respectively, including sleep-in shifts.
* A 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 and comprehensive training, including ongoing professional development.
* Promotion opportunities and monthly clinical supervisions.
Join Us!
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with us, we encourage you to apply! At Budwood, we are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Together, let’s create a brighter future for our young people!