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Night Reconnection Assistant

Where

City

Type

Permanent

Salary

Annual

About The Role

Are you passionate about supporting individuals at immediate risk of rough sleeping and making a real impact on the lives of those experiencing homelessness?

Somewhere Safe to Stay, West London collaborates with seven West London boroughs' local authorities and outreach teams. Our team uses their expert knowledge, learning, and proven success to provide rapid response and intervention, ensuring no one has to sleep rough and helping our clients find their next long-term, stable home.

We are currently looking for a Night Reconnection Assistant to join our team, this role will:

  • Work as part of a busy team environment working closely with those affected by rough sleeping.

  • Provide a safe and supportive environment at night to clients; and support a team of Assessment and Reconnection Workers, with key tasks, such as implementing reconnection or assessment plans and supporting clients in to appropriate accommodation.

  • Work a 2 weekly rota pattern (Week 1: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun / Week 2: Wed, Thu, Fri) 12.5 hour shifts.

About you

This role would be great for someone with an interest in developing key skills to build a career supporting people experiencing homelessness. You don t need to have direct experience to succeed in this role, if you can demonstrate the below, your commitment and genuine desire to support people to transform their lives, we encourage you to apply!

  • Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or customers in a busy service environment.

  • Good communication skills and the ability to work with others effectively to get things done.

  • Some understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services.

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the document tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10 am on 30th June 2026

Interview and assessments on: 7th July 2026

What we offer

Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

Great Pay and Other Benefits

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