About this role
Job summary
The Night Warden will play an important role at Shebson Lodge in Westcliff-on-Sea, providing overnight support, security and reassurance to tenants living in independent sheltered housing. This permanent position offers £14.80 per hour, working six nights over a three-week rolling rota, averaging 24 hours per week. Shifts run from 8pm to 8.30am, with overtime opportunities available. The postholder will monitor tenants wellbeing, respond to requests for assistance and act as the first point of contact during emergencies, including medical incidents and fire alarms.
Responsibilities also include maintaining building security, monitoring access, securing communal areas, recording and reporting incidents, and responding to building issues or tenant concerns. You will promote tenants independence while providing a calm, reassuring presence throughout the night. Experience in lone working, security or a care-related role is desirable, alongside basic IT and record-keeping skills. A Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification is required or a willingness to work towards one.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable and responsible Night Warden to join our team at Shebson Lodge in Westcliff-on-Sea. This is an important role supporting older people living independently in sheltered housing, helping them feel safe and reassured throughout the night. You will respond to calls for assistance, monitor tenants wellbeing, manage access and building security, and act promptly and calmly in emergencies. You will also record incidents, report concerns and help resolve minor issues while encouraging tenants to maintain their independence. Working six nights over a three-week rota, averaging 24 hours per week, this role would suit someone who is comfortable working independently, can remain calm under pressure and genuinely cares about the wellbeing of others.
About us
Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services.
We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Do you have a passion for supporting older adults and ensuring their safety and well-being overnight? We are looking for a compassionate and responsible Night Warden to join our team at Jewish Care.
This post is working 6 nights, 24 hours a week, over a three-week rota
The working patten is from 8.00pm to 8.30am
Week 1 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Week 2 Saturday and Sunday
Week 3 Non working week.
Total hours is 72 hours over 3 weeks averaging 24 hours per week.
Overtime is available.
About the Role
As a Night Warden, you will provide overnight support, security, and peace of mind to tenants living in our independent sheltered housing. You will ensure the building remains safe, respond to emergencies, and provide a reassuring presence throughout the night.
What Youll Be Doing
- Checking on tenants well-being and responding to calls for assistance
- Acting as the first point of contact in case of emergencies, including fire alarms and medical incidents
- Ensuring security and safety of the building, including locking communal areas and monitoring access
- Recording and reporting incidents, building issues, and tenant concerns
- Supporting tenants with any minor issues while promoting their independence
What Were Looking For:
- Experience in lone working, security, or a care-related role
- Knowledge of health & safety procedures, emergency response, and risk assessment
- Compassionate, calm under pressure, and able to handle sensitive situations professionally
- Basic IT and record-keeping skills
- Health & Social Care Level 2 qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
Apply today! Dont miss the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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Desirable
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Jewish Care
Address
Southend
SS0 8EG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)