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Residential Childcare Support Worker

Budwood

Frome Whitfield, DorchesterView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£26,603 to £30,160

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will help children living in a residential home with daily routines, activities and personal care. The role suits caring, patient people who enjoy supporting young people.

What you'll need

Relevant childcare or social‑care qualification (e.g., Level 2/3)
Clean DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
Experience or interest in working with children and young people
Ability to work shift patterns and occasional cover duties
Good communication and teamwork skills

How to boost your chances

Check your DBS is up to date before applying
Tailor your CV to show any childcare or support experience
Mention your flexibility for shift work in your cover letter
Prepare references who can speak about your work with young people
Research Budwood’s values to show you fit their culture

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Job description

Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Budwood Limited Contract: Casual Salary: £12.79 - £14.50 per hour, dependent on qualification and experience Location: Dorchester Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation, ad hoc cover 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 lif…