Residential Support Worker

Job description

Residential Support Worker
Company: Budwood Limited
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Earning up to £36,768.20 with sleep-in shifts (dependent on qualification and experience)
Location: Dorchester
Specific Hours: Average 38 hours per week - shift pattern on rotation
Introduction
Are you looking for a job where you can genuinely change a young person's life?
Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, provides residential care and support for children and young people. Many of the young people have experienced difficult starts in life - that's why what we do really matters.
We create safe, stable and supportive homes where young people can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills and move towards a more positive future.
This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a real difference.
We're looking for caring and motivated Residential Support Workers to join our team in Dorchester. No two days are the same, and you'll play a key role in supporting young people, building positive relationships and helping them reach their potential. You don't need to have lots of experience - just the right attitude, willingness to learn and a genuine desire to help others. We'll support you with full training, so you feel confident in your role from day one.
At Budwood, you'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you are valued, encouraged and given the opportunity to grow.
What Is the Job?
We're looking for a caring and reliable Residential Support Worker to join our team, supporting children and young people in a safe and welcoming home.
In this role, you will:
Support young people with their daily routines
Build positive relationships and be a trusted adult
Help them develop confidence, life skills and independence
Keep them safe, supported and encouraged every day
If you have had experience of working with children or young people, that will really help, but we understand that this may be your first time doing this type of work. We will give you all the training and support you need to do the role.
Working Pattern
You will be on a shift rota.
Each shift is 24 hours long. You are paid to sleep at the home and you will typically...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dorchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English