Day Coach - Frimley TM

SuperCare Residential; Ilford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare service provider in Ilford is seeking a compassionate and energetic Day Coach to support children with learning disabilities. The role involves helping with daily routines and engaging children through play, while also managing challenging behaviours with professionalism. Candidates should have experience working with children with special needs and possess strong English communication skills. This position offers competitive pay and significant training opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Salary 20% above sector average

Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

Gym stipend & wellbeing support

36 days of training each year

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care

Pension & bonus scheme

Free parking and communal cars for trips

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children or young people with learning disabilities.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviours and physical aggression.
• Strong communication skills with children.

Responsibilities

• Support children with daily routines, including hygiene and meals.
• Keep children engaged through play and structured activities.
• Build trust and relationships through energy and warmth.

Skills

Experience supporting children with learning disabilities

Confidence managing physical aggression

Strong English skills (spoken and written)

Energetic and bubbly personality

Patient and compassionate

Job description

What You’ll Do

A Day Coach at SuperCare provides energy, warmth, and structure to children with learning disabilities who are active, curious, and full of personality. These children need adults who can match their pace – running up the stairs, joining in their play, and staying by their side to keep them safe. Their behaviour can sometimes become aggressive, with moments of violence towards adults or damage to property, but these are expressions of frustration and unmet needs. Your role is to respond calmly, with humour, consistency, and genuine care.

You’ll be teaching them about the world through constant conversation, showing them how to manage hygiene routines, encouraging them to engage in education, and being their anchor when things feel overwhelming. No two days will look the same, but every day will matter.

• Support children with daily routines, including hygiene, meals, and travel to school.
• Keep children engaged through play, conversation, and structured activities.
• Help with homework and encourage educational engagement, using tools like "now and next" and social stories.
• Respond with calm and professionalism to physical aggression, property damage, or defiance.
• Supervise children closely, ensuring they are never left without interaction or support.
• Build trust and relationships through humour, energy, and warmth.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who can bring both compassion and resilience to the role, staying positive while handling challenging situations.

• Experience supporting children or young people with learning disabilities.
• Confidence managing physical aggression and willing to use safe physical holds if needed.
• Energetic, bubbly, and able to keep pace with active children.
• Strong English skills (spoken and written) and good initiative.
• Patient, compassionate, and able to connect with children at their level.

Benefits Working at SuperCare

Working at SuperCare means being part of a company that values its people as much as the children we care for, offering support, recognition, and growth.

• Salary 20% above sector average
• Rota: 07:30-22:30, 1 day on / 2 days off
• 36 days of training each year, including PBS, de-escalation, and SEN strategies
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care
• Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access
• Gym stipend & wellbeing support
• Pension & bonus scheme
• Free parking and communal cars for trips

Clear progression into Senior Coach and leadership roles