Casual Night Support Workers – Women’s Winter Project

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Casual Night Support Workers – Women’s Winter Project

Location: Oxford City

Pay: £17.50 per hour

Hours: Ad hoc / Emergency night shifts over the winter period

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate, reliable and dedicated women to join our winter project, providing vital support to people sleeping rough across Oxford City during the colder months.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference to people experiencing homelessness, helping to ensure they are safe, supported and treated with dignity during the winter period.

The role will involve working night shifts on an ad hoc basis, responding to emergency staffing needs and supporting rough sleepers during periods of cold weather and increased vulnerability.

Key Responsibilities

Provide practical and emotional support to people sleeping rough.

Help identify individuals who may be vulnerable or at risk during cold weather.

Offer a compassionate, non-judgemental approach to people experiencing homelessness.

Support individuals to access appropriate services, emergency accommodation and other relevant support where available.

Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner agencies to promote safety and wellbeing.

Maintain accurate records and report any concerns in line with organisational procedures.

About You

We are looking for people who are:

Compassionate, approachable and committed to supporting vulnerable people.

Reliable, flexible and available to work night shifts at short notice.

Able to remain calm and respond appropriately in challenging situations.

Good communicators who can work independently and as part of a team.

Respectful of confidentiality, safeguarding and professional boundaries.

Experience in homelessness, outreach, support work or a similar role would be beneficial, although a caring attitude and a genuine commitment to helping others are essential.

Working Arrangements

Pay rate: £17.50 per hour.

Location: Oxford City.

Contract: Casual / ad hoc, with no guaranteed hours.

Shifts: Emergency night shifts during the winter period, offered as required.

Who Can Apply?

This is a women-only project. Applications are welcomed from women who are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness.

The women-only recruitment requirement should be confirmed as lawful and appropriate for the specific role under the Equality Act 2010.