Night Warden

Shebson Lodge, a sheltered housing scheme in Westcliff-on-Sea run by Jewish Care, needs a permanent Night Warden to cover overnight. The post centres on checking on older tenants, answering calls for help and acting as first contact in emergencies such as fire alarms and medical incidents, while keeping the building secure. Shifts run 8pm to 8.30am on a three-week rota of six nights, with overtime available.

A Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification is needed, or a commitment to work towards one.

• Check on tenants' wellbeing overnight and respond to calls for assistance
• Act as first point of contact in emergencies, including fire alarms and medical incidents
• Ensure the security and safety of the building, including locking communal areas and monitoring access
• Record and report incidents, building issues and tenant concerns
• Support tenants with minor issues while promoting their independence
• Provide a calm, reassuring presence throughout the night

• Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification, or willingness to work towards one

• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
• Emergency response knowledge
• Risk assessment knowledge
• Calm and professional under pressure
• Able to handle sensitive situations professionally
• Comfortable working independently

• Experience in lone working, security or a care-related role
• Basic IT and record-keeping skills

• Overtime opportunities