Winter can be the toughest time for our homeless community and the impact of cold weather can even put lives at risk for those sleeping rough on our streets.
The Bedford Winter Night Shelter is going to provide a vital place for our homeless community to find a free, warm, safe place to stay, and is going to be delivered at our community hub in Harpur Street, Bedford opening 7.45pm- 8am Monday-Sunday from December 1st 2025, to March 16th 2026.
About the role
The role of shift leader is an important part of the success of the Winter Night Shelter. Working with a team of volunteers you will set the rhythm and tone for the evening. You will provide a welcome to volunteers, making sure they are briefed and ready to assist our guests. You will welcome guests and register/risk assess helping to ensure that risks presented by guests to volunteers and other guests are minimised. You and the volunteer team will provide meals and help guests to access their sleeping arrangements for the night.
For full details of each shift leader’s role, please download the job description pdf above.
Our team say; “HopeWorks is an amazing place to work, and management are really supportive, and the other team members are all lovely.”
Next Step
If this sounds like you, please see Role Description and complete our application form and Equal Opportunities form.
