Residential Support Worker

Full Time / Permanent

Unqualified Rate: £14 per hour (plus sleep‑ins) Qualified Rate (Level 3/4): £15 per hour (plus sleep‑ins) Sleep‑In Payment: £65 per night

Location: Bournemouth Hours: Shift pattern on rotation

Who are we?

We are a local residential care provider offering high‑quality support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, as well as social and emotional mental health needs. Many of the young people we support have experienced adverse childhood experiences, and our aim is to provide a stable, nurturing home environment where they can feel safe, valued, and supported.

Our team works collaboratively to deliver flexible, individualised care packages that help young people develop confidence, life skills, and independence. All staff receive training in developmental trauma and therapeutic approaches to ensure the highest standard of care.

Main Duties and Requirements

Experience working with children or young people and an understanding of the challenges faced by those in care

Flexibility to work 7 x 24‑hour shifts (including sleep‑ins) over a 3‑week rotation (09:00am - 09:30am next day)

Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

Ability to build positive, trusting relationships

Strong teamwork skills and willingness to follow guidance

Encouraging young people's individual interests and personal development

Hold (or be willing to work towards) a Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification and progress to Level 4

Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Excellent communication and listening skills

Willingness to learn and engage in ongoing training

Enhanced DBS check required (paid for by the organisation)

Experience in EBD, social care, residential work, or youth work is advantageous

Benefits

£65 per night sleep‑in allowance

Up to 6 weeks' holiday per year

All meals provided while on duty

Company pension scheme

Access to employee discount schemes

Wellbeing support programmes

Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD

Clear progression and promotion opportunities

Monthly clinical and professional supervision, plus access to therapeutic support

How to Apply

For more information or to submit your application, please contact:

Email: Tel: (phone number removed)