Waking Night Support Worker

About Us

Mary Seacole Housing Association provides specialist housing-related support to individuals with complex needs. We are committed to delivering safe, high-quality, person-centered services that empower people to move towards independence.

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Waking Night Support Worker to provide overnight support, safety, and crisis response within our male accommodation service. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates.

This is a frontline role where you will ensure the safety, well being, and stability of clients throughout the night, responding to risk, providing emotional support, and maintaining a calm and secure environment.

The role includes working across multiple sites during the night where required to meet client needs.

Shift Pattern: This role operates on a two-week rolling rota:

  • Week 1: Monday & Thursday
  • Week 2: Friday only

The rota then repeats on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients overnight, carrying out regular welfare checks.
  • Respond to crisis situations, safeguarding concerns, and disclosures of trauma.
  • Maintain a safe, calm, and supportive environment.
  • Carry out night-time assessments and contribute to support and safety plans.
  • Monitor the building, reporting health and safety or maintenance issues.
  • Work collaboratively with external agencies and internal teams.
  • Maintain accurate case notes, incident reports, and safeguarding records.

About You

You will be compassionate, resilient, and able to work confidently in a lone-working, night-time environment.

You will have:

  • Strong experience supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs.
  • Understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.
  • Ability to respond calmly and effectively in crisis situations.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and use sound judgement.

Safeguarding & Pre-Employment Checks

Mary Seacole Housing Association is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and adults at risk.

This role is subject to:

  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
  • Full employment history and reference checks.
  • Right to work in the UK verification.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
  • Overseas police clearance (where applicable).

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship.

We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975). This means all convictions, including those considered “spent”, must be disclosed.

Why Join Us?

  • Make a real difference.
  • Be part of a supportive and values-driven organisation.
  • Access to training and development opportunities.
  • Work in a trauma-informed, psychologically informed environment.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable adults to feel safe, and supported, we would love to hear from you.

Apply via Indeed with your CV and a short supporting statement.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Paid training
  • Sick pay

 

Education:

  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

  • working with vulnerable adults: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Full Drivers License & Access to own vehicle (required)
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (required)

 

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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