Night Support Worker Contract

BRC Jobs; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

BRC Jobs in Cardiff is recruiting a Night Support Worker to help young people aged 16-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The role involves overnight support in a supported accommodation service, fostering safety, stability and wellbeing.

The position requires working 40 hours per week on a 4-week rolling rota (wake-in nights). Applicants should have experience with vulnerable groups, enhanced DBS, a driving licence and the ability to work weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting vulnerable people in a professional setting.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Driver is required.
• Flexibility to work weekends as part of the rota.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight support to residents within the service.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment during the night.
• Respond to issues calmly and appropriately.
• Work independently overnight.

Skills

Night shifts

Vulnerable people support

Communication

Driver

Job description

• you will provide overnight support to young people living within the service
• You will be working independently overnight
• You will help maintain a safe and positive environment

• you will provide overnight support to young people living within the service
• You will be working independently overnight
• You will help maintain a safe and positive environment

Night Support Worker Contract

£13.50-£15.50

Cardiff

We are currently recruiting for a Night Support Worker to join a supported accommodation service in Cardiff, supporting young people aged 16-25 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them move towards greater stability, independence and wellbeing.

The Role

As a Night Support Worker, you will provide overnight support to young people living within the service. You will help maintain a safe and positive environment, provide reassurance and support throughout the night, and respond appropriately to any issues that arise.

You will be working independently overnight, so confidence, reliability and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations are essential.

Hours & Rota

The role is 40 hours per week on a 4-week rolling rota ( WAKE IN NIGHTS)

About You

We are looking for candidates who have experience working with vulnerable people, ideally within:

• Support work
• Homelessness or housing
• Youth work
• Social care
• Supported accommodation
• Other relevant support settings

You will need to be comfortable working night shifts and supporting young people who may be experiencing challenging circumstances.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience supporting vulnerable people in a professional setting
• Enhanced DBS
• Driver
• Flexibility to work weekends as part of the rota
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people

If you are interested in this Night Support Worker opportunity in Cardiff, please get in touch with Emily/Neelam Cardiff Office