Night Assistant (Female Applicants Only) - #2106591

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.

Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.


Genuine Occupational Requirement


Schedule 9, Part 1 (1a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies to this role. Due to the nature of the service, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to be female.


This position is based within female domestic abuse services, therefore recruitment will be limited to female applicants only.

The difference you will make as a Night Assistant

Undertaking a range of tasks that contribute to the safety and security of the building at night, alongside ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality service, you will work collaboratively as part of a committed team to ensure the safety, security and support of all customers using the service. Duties will include, operating and implementing security, fire and telephone systems, cleaning communal areas and rooms as required and completing regular checks of the property and reporting repairs and maintenance issues.

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience working with vulnerable client groups.
• Experience of, and ability to lone work at night
• IT Skills to include basic proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel as well as a willingness to learn specific IT systems used within Riverside; and complete relevant IT training where required.

Why Riverside?

At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays (pro rata) *delete for Full Time
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:

We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.


Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.