Waking Night Worker

St Albans Source: WhatJobs

£27,135 per annum

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Position: Waking Night Worker

Location: St Albans

Salary: £27,135 per annum

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week - rolling 4-week rota 9.30pm - 8.30am)

Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives? We are looking for a caring and committed Waking Night Worker to join our team at Open Door , a night shelter providing emergency accommodation for people experiencing homelessness.

At Open Door, we create a safe, inclusive space where every individual is treated with compassion and respect. You will work collaboratively with a sleep-in colleague to support people throughout the night, helping them feel empowered, valued and able to move towards greater independence.

The Role

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents overnight
Offer emotional support and respond to any crises
Communicate clearly and adapt to individual needs
Work collaboratively with a sleep-in colleague
Promote independence and dignity
Maintain accurate records and complete light cleaning duties

Working Pattern:

9:30pm to 8:30am on a rolling rota, working Mon, Tue, Sat & Sun one week , then Wed, Thu & Fri the next , alternating weekly.

About You

You are reliable, empathetic and committed to helping others. You will bring strong communication skills and a team-focused approach. Experience is welcome but not essential-full training is provided.

Hightown Benefits

£27,135 per annum (35 hours per week)
33 days annual leave , including bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service
Blue Light Card, access to discounts for national and local retailers
Workplace pension and life assurance (three times annual salary)
Annual performance bonus and monthly attendance bonus
Annual salary and cost of living review
Ongoing training and development
Employee assistance helpline

The successful candidate must always maintain appropriate professional boundaries and understand their responsibilities in relation to positions of trust.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical clearances.

We will be shortlisting and interviewing on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early.

We are an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident Employer.

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