Waking Night Housing Support Worker

Peabody; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits scheme

Up to 10% pension contribution

Comprehensive training and development

Job summary

Peabody is seeking a Waking Nights Support Worker to assist young people aged 16–25 with high support needs in Lambeth. You will safeguard wellbeing, promote positive relationships, and support residents toward independence while ensuring safety and security overnight.

The night shift runs 9:30pm–8:30am on a 4-on/4-off rota, with a 37.5-hour week. Applicants should have experience with safeguarding and complex needs, plus GCSEs in Maths and English.

Qualifications

• Experience safeguarding vulnerable young people (16–25) in housing, education or charity sectors.
• Trauma-informed approach and ability to manage complex needs.
• Strong report writing, time management and IT skills.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload while maintaining boundaries.
• Willingness to complete Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Carry out overnight building checks to ensure safety and security.
• Address tenancy issues (smoking/noise) and respond to emergencies.
• Provide emotional support and de‑escalate challenging situations.
• Host or facilitate night activities to build community and wellbeing.
• Maintain professional boundaries and safeguarding practices.
• Contribute to residents' journey towards independence during night hours.

Skills

Safeguarding

Trauma‑informed care

Time management

Report writing

IT skills

Caseload management

Education

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at grade C/4+

Job description

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Vacancy Reference peabodygroup/TP/1232/1527

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent Full Time

37.5 hrs a week Waking Nights - 9:30pm - 08:30am - 4 on and 4 off rota

Working Hours:

37.5

Location:

Lambeth

Closing Date:

20/11/2026

Vacancy Category:

Service Area:

C & S Commissioned Contracts

Directorate:

Care & Support, Inclusion & Communities

Our Vacancy

Waking Nights Support Worker - Are you ready to make a difference in the quiet hours of the night?

We’re looking for a Waking Nights Support Worker to join us, supporting young people aged 16-25 who have high support needs.

In this role, you’ll be safeguarding wellbeing, encouraging positive relationships, and supporting each resident’s journey towards independence, all while ensuring the safety, calm, and security of our service overnight.

A Typical Night in the Role

Your shift will start with a handover from the day team before you prepare for the night ahead. You’ll carry out building checks to make sure the environment is safe, address tenancy issues like smoking or noise, and be available to respond to any emergencies. You may host activities like a film night to build community spirit, but you’ll also be prepared to de-escalate challenging situations, offer emotional support, and ensure all residents feel safe.

What We’re Looking For

We want to hear from candidates who can demonstrate, through their application, how they meet the following criteria:

• Experience working with vulnerable young people (16-25 years) in social housing, education, or the charity sector, with a focus on development and personal growth.
• Professional experience ofsupporting people with complex needs, including homelessness, mental health, high-risk or high-harm behaviours, or high vulnerability.
• Experience of working with young people who display challenging behaviour or conflict, while remaining approachable, engaging effectively, providing constructivesupport, and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed care.
• Good IT skills, demonstrable experience of managing a complex caseload, strong report writing skills, and effective time management.
• Must hold GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feelssupported, included, and empowered.

What We Offer

• 25 days’ annual leave
• Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly options and discount
• Up to 10% pension contribution
• Comprehensive training and development

Please read before applying

As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer - you must be eligible to work in the UK and able to work the full contracted hours of 37.5 hours per week.

This role will require an Enhanced DBS check.

1st stage interviews for this role will take place on Microsoft Teams on Thursday 26th and Friday 27th November 2026. If successful, you’ll be invited to an in-person interview at our service in Lambeth during the week commencing 30/11/26.