Evening Shelter Assistant - Winter Fixed-Term (Dec-Mar)

Glasgow City Mission; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Glasgow City Mission is recruiting an Assistant Project Worker to support the Glasgow Overnight Welcome Centre during the winter period. The role runs 16:30–21:30, Monday to Friday, on a fixed-term basis from 1 December 2026 to 31 March 2027, in Glasgow.

You will help create a welcoming environment for guests at risk of rough sleeping, with sensitivity to people experiencing homelessness and complex needs, and assist with practical welfare support as part of a compassionate team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people experiencing homelessness is desirable.
• Ability to engage with individuals with complex needs in a compassionate manner.
• Welcoming and non-judgemental attitude with good listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Support guests at the Overnight Welcome Centre during the shift.
• Help create a safe, warm environment and assist with basic welfare needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

People skills

Teamwork

Job description

Glasgow City Mission is recruiting an Assistant Project Worker to support the Glasgow Overnight Welcome Centre during the winter period. The role runs 16:30–21:30, Monday to Friday, on a fixed-term basis from 1 December 2026 to 31 March 2027, in Glasgow.

You will help create a welcoming environment for guests at risk of rough sleeping, with sensitivity to people experiencing homelessness and complex needs, and assist with practical welfare support as part of a compassionate team.