Night Team Leader - Children's Residential Home

SuperCare Residential; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential service in Eastbourne seeks a Night Team Leader to manage night shifts, providing leadership and support for vulnerable young people with autism and learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in similar settings, strong communication skills, and a commitment to professional development. Benefits include a competitive salary, extensive training, and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Salary 20% above average

36 days of training annually

Private health care

Gym stipend

Pension and bonus scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience with children with learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Skilled in supervising a team in a residential setting.
• Able to provide personal care and monitor safety throughout the night.

Responsibilities

• Lead night shifts and ensure safety and consistency.
• Support children with multiple disabilities, including epilepsy.
• Mentor night staff and provide clear communication to day staff.

Skills

Experience with autism

Non-verbal communication

Calm under pressure

Physical fitness

PBS strategies

Education

Willingness to train in self-harm and epilepsy response

Full and clean UK driving licence

Job description

Overview

Night Team Leader at our residential children\'s home in Eastbourne requires calm and confident leadership. The young people here are vulnerable, with autism, ADHD, epilepsy, and severe learning disabilities. Many are non-verbal and rely on PECS, Makaton, or visual supports to communicate. They need careful supervision throughout the night, reassurance when unsettled, and safe responses if they present behaviours like spitting, biting, or self-harm. As Night Team Leader, you\'ll coordinate your team and ensure the home remains safe until morning.

What You\'ll Do

Your role will balance supervision with hands-on care:

• Lead night shifts and ensure safety and consistency.
• Support children with epilepsy, autism, and severe learning disabilities.
• Provide personal care during the night when needed.
• Monitor and respond to epilepsy and self-harm risks.
• Supervise and mentor night staff, offering reassurance and direction.
• Record incidents and deliver clear handovers to day staff.
• Ability to drive in case of an emergency.

What We\'re Looking For

We\'re looking for steady, experienced leaders:

• Experience with autism, epilepsy, and communication needs.
• Skilled in non-verbal communication and PBS strategies.
• Training or willingness to train in self-harm and epilepsy response.
• Calm and consistent under pressure.
• Physically fit and reliable through the night.
• Supportive and professional leader.
• Full and clean UK driving licence.

Benefits Working at SuperCare

We\'ll make sure you\'re supported in leading the team:

• Salary 20% above average.
• 36 days of training annually.
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma (if not already achieved).
• Private health care and 24/7 GP access.
• Gym stipend and well being package.
• Pension and bonus scheme.
• Free parking and communal cars to transport young people in and out of the community.
• Progression into Deputy Manager roles.

Next Steps

Please apply for this role if you\'re passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.