Waking Night Worker

1 week ago

St Albans, United Kingdom Hightown Housing Association Full time

Join Us as a Waking Night Worker - Open Door Homeless Hub (St Albans)

35 hours per week - £26,136pa (rolling 4-week rota 9.30pm - 8.30am)

Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives? At Hightown, we are looking for a caring and committed individual to join us asa Waking Night Worker.

Open Door is a night shelter in St Albans, providing emergency accommodation for up to 12 single homeless people each night. We also run a drop-in service for those who are street homeless, offering vital support and a safe space.

As part of our dedicated team, you will provide overnight support that empowers individuals to live independently and with dignity. You will work alongside a sleep-in colleague, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of everyone in the shelter. Some light overnight cleaning duties are included.

If you are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities as a Waking Night Worker:

Supporting vulnerable adults during night hours, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Communicating effectively using various methods tailored to individual needs.
Working as part of a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
Promoting independence and respecting the wishes of the people we support.
Maintaining accurate records and reporting any concerns promptly.
Upholding Hightown’s values and commitment to equality and diversity.
Ensuring the safety of the property
Offering emotional support as needed
Responding to and documenting any crisis events that may occur during the nightIdeal candidates will have:

Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to different needs.
A team-focused mindset and a willingness to learn and grow.
A commitment to delivering excellent care and support.
An understanding of equality, diversity, and safeguarding principles.
Previous experience is helpful but not essential-we provide full training.Hightown Benefits:

Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year (pro rata), including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
£26,136pa for a 35 hour per week contract
Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary
Fully paid DBS
Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance
Monthly attendance bonus and annual salary and cost of living review
Ongoing professional development and training to help you deliver outstanding support
Employee assistance helplineAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities & Disability Confident Employer

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