Full Time / Permanent - Poole
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 Hours: 24‑hour shifts
About Us
We are a local residential care provider offering high‑quality, individualised support to children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, Autism, and social/emotional mental health needs. Many of the young people we support have experienced early trauma, and our aim is to provide a safe, nurturing, and stable home environment.
This role provides dedicated 1‑1 support, helping young people build trust, develop life skills, and move towards greater independence. All staff receive training in developmental trauma and therapeutic approaches.
Due to the nature of the role and the needs of the young person, this position is open to female applicants only (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9).
Main Duties & Requirements
Experience supporting young people with Autism and challenging behaviour
Experience administering and supervising medication
Ability to work 7 x 24‑hour shifts (including sleep‑ins) over a 3‑week rotation
Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare
Ability to build positive, trusting 1‑1 relationships
Encouraging young people's interests, routines, and personal development
Willingness to follow guidance and work as part of a therapeutic team
Hold or be willing to work towards Level 3 Residential Childcare
Full UK driving licence and access to a car with commercial/business insurance
Excellent communication and reflective practice skills
Enhanced DBS required (paid for by the organisation)
Experience in EBD, residential care, SEN, or youth work is advantageous
Benefits
£65 per night sleep‑in allowance
Up to 6 weeks' annual leave
All meals provided while on shift
Company pension
Employee discount schemes
Wellbeing support
Comprehensive induction & ongoing CPD
Clear progression routes
Monthly clinical & professional supervision
How to Apply
To apply or request more information, please contact Harry Haward Tel: (phone number removed)
Salary description
£14.00 - £15.00 per hour