Hostel Night Worker (Part-Time, Permanent Contract)Richmond upon Thames, Greater London30 Hours per weekAbout UsWe are SPEAR, a charity dedicated to helping homeless people in South and West London find secure accommodation and work towards a positive future. For 30 years, we’ve worked tirelessly to support homeless people to recover from their personal issues and break down the barriers that they face. We recognise that homelessness is much more than just a housing issue, so we provide a range of accommodation and support services to help people reach their full potential.We’re now looking for a Hostel Night Worker to join our team on a part-time, permanent basis.The Benefits- Salary of £22,208 per annum- 34 days’ holiday - pro-rated (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service- Pension scheme- Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme- A range of benefits including cycle to work scheme and staff wellbeing sessions- Refer a friend bonus schemeThis is a superb opportunity for an individual with drive, focus and a desire to work with our outstanding charity to help us to combat homelessness.You’ll discover a passionate, supportive environment where the entire team is working toward the same goals and is dedicated to making positive change and producing great results.The RoleAs a Hostel Night Worker, you will be part of a professional and experienced team and will be responsible and accountable for the provision of hostel-based services and the effective co-ordination of support to rough sleepers with complex needs.This role will require you to work on a rota system. Shifts are 9:45 pm to 8:15 am, 3 days per week and will include weekends.About YouTo be considered for the role of Hostel Night Worker, you will have:- Relevant experience, either paid or voluntary, working with homeless people or rough sleepers- An understanding of the causes of, and pathways out of, homelessness- Experience of assessment and support systems for vulnerable people, including key working- The ability to work with clients who may display challenging behaviour and that have complex needs- Basic knowledge of appropriate legislation, including welfare benefits and housing law- Basic knowledge of health and safety requirements in the workplace- Solid IT skills- The ability to represent SPEAR appropriately at all times, and work professionally with external agencies- An understanding of confidentiality needs within the organisation and the ability to apply them- The ability to manage your time in a busy and pressurised environmentFor further and more detailed information on the role and person specification, please review the Job Description.SPEAR is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environment is, the better our work will be.At SPEAR, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them.So, if you’re seeking your next challenge as a Hostel Night Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
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Hostel Night Worker (Part-Time, Permanent Contract)
SPEAR
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 16 days
Richmond, Surrey TW10 6QE
£22,208 - £34 per annum
Part Time
Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance
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- SPEAR is seeking a part-time Hostel Night Worker for a permanent contract in Richmond upon Thames, Greater London, requiring 30 hours per week.
- The position offers a salary of £22,208 per annum and includes 34 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and access to various employee benefits.
- Candidates should have relevant experience working with homeless individuals or rough sleepers, along with an understanding of homelessness issues and support systems.
- The role involves working on a rota system with shifts from 9:45 pm to 8:15 am, including weekends.
- SPEAR is committed to equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.