Waking Night Worker

Humankind Charity

“When you choose to join us, you’re choosing more than just a job…. you’re choosing to make a difference”

Are you a compassionate individual looking to begin a rewarding career, making a difference to people’s lives?

About the role

An opportunity has arisen to join our successful Thrive Barnsley Service as a Waking Night Support Worker. You will be responsible for the safety and security of the building and its residents and to be a point of contact for residents and visitors to the building during the night. The role is based at Bevor Court in Barnsley, which provides support to 6 residents and is staffed 24/7. The Service operates a shift rota between 8pm-9am, on a 3-day rolling rota with 2 other people in your night worker team, provided on a flexible basis in line with the requirements of the service.

For Waking night staff, they predominantly work alone without continuous management and peer support, the fact these are essentially unsociable hours, we offer a flat rate recognition payment that enhances the basic salary of £2000.

The post holder will work flexibly as required to meet the needs of the service and a positive work life balance. There will also be a security guard that will work alongside you on your shift.

About Thrive Barnsley

Thrive Barnsley supports adults with a range of complex issues and a history of failed tenancies and/or repeat homelessness. We support people to move on from temporary and supported accommodation into permanent tenancies. In addition, the service supports clients whose tenancies are at risk, to prevent homelessness.

What benefits do we offer?

Competitive salary

Up to 32 days Annual Leave per year

Competitive company pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance Scheme

Discounts on high street shops and brands including several leading high street brands, retailers and travel suppliers.

Eye Care Vouchers – Free eye-tests/discounts for VDU users

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning & Development opportunities

Who is Humankind?

Humankind creates services and support to meet people’s complex health and social needs, helping them to build healthier lives that have meaning and value for themselves and their families. We support local people to create stronger, better-connected communities.

We are committed to fair chances for all and making sure everyone can access the help and support they need to realise their potential. By joining our teams of passionate individuals, you will be contributing to making this happen. You can really make a difference by believing in our service users and their ability to make positive changes when they don’t always believe in themselves.

If you feel that you would fit with our values & ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don’t feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realise your potential and career aspirations.

Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address you provide on your application form. We will contact shortlisted candidates by email to confirm the arrangements for interview. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notification as you will not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk folder.

Please be aware that due to recent changes in legislation we have updated our recruitment criteria for certain roles. A job offer may be subject to providing evidence of two mandatory COVID vaccines.

To apply for this job please visit humankind.secure.force.com.


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