Job Title: Night Support Worker – Young People’s Services
Location: Lewisham
Pay Rate: £17.72 per hour (PAYE) | £23.39 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Shifts: 20:15 – 07:45 (night shifts), including some weekends based on rota
Nearest Train Station: New Cross Gate (approx. 8–10 minutes' walk)
Enhanced DBS: Required for both Children & Adults
Make a Real Difference in Young Lives
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them build a brighter future? Join our dynamic team at our 5-bed unit in Lewisham, where we support young people aged 16–17 at risk of homelessness, and care leavers aged 18–21. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to positively influence the lives of young people facing challenging circumstances.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Night Support Worker, you will be central to creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment. Your responsibilities will include:
Empowering Young People
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Deliver face-to-face support and personalised life coaching
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Create and lead activity programmes that support development and engagement
Building Independence
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Help young people gain vital life skills including budgeting, cooking, and self-care
Community Engagement
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Build strong local links to promote integration and a sense of belonging
Trauma-Informed Support
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Provide emotional support with empathy, sensitivity, and understanding
Guiding Future Choices
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Equip young people with the tools and confidence to make positive life decisions
Additional Responsibilities:
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Assist with welfare benefit applications and attend key appointments
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Manage rent collection and support financial independence
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Maintain high property standards, including health & safety checks
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Ensure safeguarding policies are followed and concerns are addressed promptly
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience working with vulnerable young people or within supported housing
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Strong interpersonal skills and a trauma-informed approach
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Ability to work night shifts, including weekends on a rota
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A valid Enhanced DBS for Children & Adults (or willingness to obtain)
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Driving not essential, but desirable