Job roles

Our vision is a future where no one has to sleep on the streets of London.

We hire team-oriented, compassionate and smart people. A core team of staff members are involved in casework, development and the operational side of the charity. In winter, Glass Door hires additional staff to ensure the shelters are run safely and efficiently.

Also, please review our list of volunteer roles.

Staff roles we are recruiting for right now include:

Night Shelter Manager

Seeking manager for shelters across West and South-West London. Read more

Overnight Project Worker

Help run our shelters across West and South-West London. Waking shifts last from 10pm until 7:15am. Read more

Latest

Rebecca Slater is fundraising to give others shelter and support

I am raising money to save and change the lives of people experiencing homelessness, because nobody should have to sleep on the streets. Glass Door is a fantastic charity, that provide food, shelter and comfort to the people that need it the most.

A winter's tale

Severe weather can take its toll on the best-laid plans at Glass Door’s winter night shelters. Shelter manager Ben had an unforgettable night when snowfall brought havoc to central London.

Gesche Basile is fundraising to give others shelter and support

Instead of receiving, birthday presents, I am raising money to save and change the lives of people experiencing homelessness, because nobody should have to sleep on the streets.

Julia Reichert 40th Birthday Fundraiser

I've recently got involved with Glass Door Homeless Charity and could see first hand what amazing work this charity is doing to change the lives of people experiencing homelessness. Instead of buying me a present for my birthday, please donate to Glass Door.

About us

Guests find shelter in winter and year-round support to move beyond homelessness.

Things we need

Our partners are often in need of clothes, toiletries, towels and other items, which are redistributed to men and women in need.

Daytime support

Find a place to take a shower, eat, visit a clothing bank, do laundry and get advice.

Volunteer at a night shelter

We are not currently recruiting volunteers for the shelters, but we encourage you to register to find out more when a new opportunity arises.

Find Help

If you or someone you know is facing homelessness, here's how we can help.

Richmond shelters open

First shelters in Richmond launched.

Our partner venues

Venues, mainly churches of a different denominations, partner with Glass Door to host night shelters and and our day-time support services.

If we can't offer a space in the shelters today

Places in our emergency night shelter are limited. What do you do while waiting for a place to open up?

The problem

Central London has some of the biggest statistical differences between the richest and poorest residents. Unfortunately, demand for our services shows no signs of abating.

Sleep Out 2017 biggest yet

We did it! Thanks to everyone involved, more people will find shelter this winter.