Night Safety Team Member

About the Role

Join Unite Students as a Safety Team Member on the night shift in Portsmouth. In this permanent role, you will work 42.5 hours across 5 nights weekly, from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Your aim will be to maintain a secure, comfortable, and supportive environment for students, ensuring they feel safe and welcomed throughout the night.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the friendly initial point of contact for students seeking assistance or reassurance overnight.
• Conduct safety patrols and respond calmly to incidents such as fire alarms, noise disturbances, or maintenance issues.
• Foster a welcoming, respectful atmosphere treating everyone with professionalism and empathy.
• Coordinate with day and night teams to ensure smooth shift handovers and continuity of service.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of communal spaces.
• Support students’ wellbeing by recognizing concerns and taking appropriate action.
• Represent the brand by embodying the CARE values: Connect, Act, Respect, and Encourage.

Candidate Profile

A strong mindset is valued more than a traditional background. Key qualities include eagerness to learn, problem-solving ability, and a dedication to supporting students. Experience in customer service or residential settings is beneficial but not essential; the ability to connect and foster a safe environment is paramount.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary of £32,050 plus bonus and additional benefits.
• Performance-related bonus paid biannually.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy extra days and earn more with long service.
• Generous pension scheme with contributions ranging from 4% to 11% based on savings.
• Life assurance cover equivalent to four times your salary.
• Access to discounted share purchase schemes.
• Enhanced family leave policies, including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents.
• Health Cash Plan allowing reimbursement for routine medical expenses like dental and optical care.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering support when needed.
• One paid volunteering day annually.
• Discounted retail and hospitality services via an online platform.
• Additional family support through 20% discount on student rents for dependents.
• Access to comprehensive training and career development resources.

Additional Information

This role is part of a values-driven organisation committed to an inclusive culture where employees can bring their authentic selves to work. The work environment is dynamic and requires calmness under pressure, adaptability, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact.