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

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 (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) 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