Overview
Our accommodation team plays a vital role in creating a secure and welcoming environment for young people with high needs. We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Accommodation Night Worker to join our team in Bury St Edmunds.
Responsibilities
* Supervising the building and ensuring all areas are clean, secure, and safe.
* Supporting the admittance of residents and staff during night hours.
* Minimising noise and disruption to maintain a peaceful environment.
* Assisting Accommodation Project Workers with any overnight needs.
* Responding appropriately to incidents and supporting residents with complex needs.
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
* Experience working with young people with complex needs (not necessarily in a housing context).
* The ability to interact effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds.
* Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, particularly during unsociable hours.
* An understanding of current mental health issues and experience managing challenging behaviour.
Hours, Location and Role Details
Location: Batt House, 56 Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QG
Role: Permanent Housing Support - Accommodation Night Worker
Hours: Night shifts 10:00pm – 08:00am, four days on, four days off
Salary: Annual salary £25,396.80 per annum
What We Offer
* 5 weeks holiday plus public holiday allowance (pro rata for part-time)
* Competitive pay and pension scheme
* DBS check facilitated and paid
* Induction and on-the-job training
* Regular supervision and internal progression opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
Application and Safety Information
In accordance with safer recruitment processes, many roles require successful candidates to undertake a criminal record background check. YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
How to Apply: Please contact us for discussion; E-mail Karen Attwood, Deputy Accommodation Manager, at Karen.Attwood@ymcatrinity.org.uk recruitment@ymcatrinity.org.uk or call 07900 787405.
Closing date: Applications will be assessed as received; we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date. Early application is strongly advised.
Additional Information
Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CVs will not be considered as an application, merely an expression of interest. We reserve the right to withdraw vacancies early and will confirm receipt of applications by email.
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