Residential Childcare Support Worker

Company: Budwood Limited

Contract: Casual

Salary: £12.79 - £14.50 per hour (dependent on qualification and experience)

Location: Poole

Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover

Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people? At Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, we provide essential residential care and support for children and young people who have faced challenging beginnings. Your role here is not just a job; it’s a chance to help rebuild lives and foster a brighter future.

We create safe, stable, and nurturing environments where young individuals can regain their confidence, learn valuable skills, and thrive. If you’re caring, motivated, and eager to make a difference, we want you on our team!

As a Casual Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in the lives of young people. Your responsibilities will include:

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• Supporting young people with their daily routines
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• Building positive relationships and becoming a trusted adult
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• Helping them develop confidence, life skills, and independence
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• Ensuring they feel safe, supported, and encouraged every day
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No prior experience? No problem! We value the right attitude and a willingness to learn. We provide comprehensive training to ensure you feel confident in your role from day one.

To thrive in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

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• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care, or equivalent, or be willing to work towards it
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• Be friendly and able to communicate effectively with children and colleagues
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• Be willing to complete an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us)
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• A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night
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• Accrual of holiday pay
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• All meals provided while on duty
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• Opportunities for promotion and career growth
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• Monthly clinical and professional supervision
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If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want to build a meaningful career, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and become part of a team that makes a difference every single day. We also welcome applications for full-time, permanent roles.

At Budwood Limited, we are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified 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 be subject to an enhanced DBS check.