Job Description
* Job: Wellbeing Worker (Nights)
* Department: Wellbeing for Young People
* Salary: £28,665 - £30,879.40 + Annual Nightshift Allowance of £1,415.70 (from April 2026)
* Contract: Full-time, Permanent Contract
* Pattern: 35 hours per week, 14 shifts over a 4 week period 10.00pm - 08.00am
Job Purpose:
Our Young People Service supports young people aged 16–25 who are experiencing homelessness or are care leavers, helping them build confidence, stability and independent living skills within a safe residential environment. As a Wellbeing Worker (Nights), you will provide person-centred housing support overnight, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and stability of the young people we support.
You will work primarily within a residential setting, with a significant element of lone working, responding to a range of situations including complex and challenging behaviours. This role plays a vital part in creating a safe and supportive environment during night-time hours and helping young people move towards greater independence.
Please find the job description and person specification on our website for more details.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver high-quality, person-centred support in line with individual support plans and risk assessments.
* Develop and maintain accurate records including support plans, reviews, case notes and incident reports.
* Build positive, professional relationships that promote independence and wellbeing.
* Support young people with complex needs including mental health challenges, self-harm, addictions and challenging behaviour.
* Respond calmly and effectively to incidents and emergencies in line with procedures.
* Carry out regular health & safety and building checks during night shifts.
* Handle rent payments and petty cash in accordance with policy.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, including social work and other agencies.
* Adhere to relevant legislation, policies and professional standards including SSSC Codes of Practice and Care Inspectorate standards.
Essential Criteria:
* Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting vulnerable adults or young people.
* Understanding of relevant care standards and codes of practice.
* Experience of working independently and managing lone working responsibilities.
* Knowledge of issues affecting young people, homelessness and care leavers.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing demands.
* A flexible, enthusiastic and self-motivated approach with a commitment to delivering excellent service.
We Will Provide:
* 40 days leave per year (plus carer leave, emergency leave, etc)
* 7.7% or 4% employer pension contribution
* life assurance (x1 yearly salary)
* employer paid qualifications, training and professional memberships
* generous family friendly benefits and leave (matching shared parental pay to enhanced maternity pay)
* enhanced sick pay benefit (up to 6 months full pay)
* agile working options
* reward and recognition incentives
* 24/7 employee support (plus Health and Wellbeing initiatives)
How to Apply:
Please apply directly via our QC Job Board on our website.
There is no set closing date for this advert. Early application is advised as we will close the advert as soon as we meet the right person.