Night Support Worker

Night Support Worker
Ladyshot, Harlow
Young People's Service
6 months
35 hours
£18.47 LTD / £15.75 PAYE (inc.

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Are you experienced in night support and ready to make a positive impact on young lives? We are seeking a Night Support Worker for a charity-based young people's service in Harlow, dedicated to providing essential safety and support overnight to residents aged 16-21 with complex needs.

THE ROLE
As a Night Support Worker, you will ensure the security and safety of the facility and its residents overnight.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing building security and promptly addressing any faults or issues.


• Acting as the first point of contact for service users and external agencies.


• Implementing night security protocols to safeguard the service.


• Monitoring and logging access, including visitors, and tracking incidents.


• Recording and managing incidents, addressing or escalating antisocial behavior as needed.


• Adhering to health and safety policies to maintain a secure environment.


• Escalating incidents to on-call services as required.


• Keeping detailed records, including incident logs, handover notes, and support plans.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar night support role, particularly with vulnerable young people.

Key requirements include:

• Experience working with individuals with complex needs, ideally in supported housing.


• Proven ability to work independently and responsibly during night shifts.


• Strong skills in incident management and reporting.


• Familiarity with implementing and adhering to security protocols.


• Excellent written communication skills for maintaining accurate records.

THE CONTRACT

• 35 hours per week, 8:15 pm - 7:45 am Monday to Friday, including 1 in 4 weekends.


• 6-month contract with potential for a permanent role.


• Pay rate: £18.47 per hour (LTD) or £15.75 per hour (PAYE, inclusive of holiday).

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this role, please email a copy of your CV to lee.mcmillan@servicecare.org.uk or call on 01772 208966 to discuss the role in more detail.


If you know someone well-suited to this position, we offer a £250 referral bonus for every successfully referred candidate!