Night Team Leader - Frimley

SuperCare Residential; Ilford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider in Ilford is seeking a Night Team Leader to ensure stability and leadership during the night. You'll oversee the night shift, support children's hygiene routines, and respond to any challenges that arise. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in care and holds a Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care. This role offers a salary above the sector average, extensive training opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Salary 20% above sector average

Fully funded Level 3/5 Diploma opportunities

Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

Gym stipend & wellbeing support

Pension & bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years in SEN, residential, or learning disability care.
• Confident, calm leader with patience and resilience.
• Skilled in trauma-informed practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead the night shift, ensuring routines and care plans are followed.
• Support hygiene routines and respond to children waking unsettled.
• Keep records accurate and handovers clear.

Skills

Leadership

Calm responses to aggression

Patience

Behaviour support

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care

Job description

A Night Team Leader at SuperCare provides stability and leadership during the night. You'll ensure children are safe, staff feel supported, and any night-time challenges - from aggression to distress - are managed calmly. You'll be the one who keeps things on track when the unexpected happens, giving guidance and reassurance to staff and children alike. This home is rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted and is looking to maintain that record.

What You'll Do

• Lead the night shift, ensuring routines and care plans are followed.
• Support hygiene routines and respond to children waking unsettled.
• Model calm responses to aggression or challenging behaviour.
• Keep records accurate and handovers clear.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years in SEN, residential, or learning disability care.
• Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care (or equivalent).
• Confident, calm leader with patience and resilience.
• Skilled in behaviour support and trauma-informed practice.

Benefits Working at SuperCare

• Salary 20% above sector average
• Rota: 22:00-08:00, 2 nights on / 2 nights off
• 36 days of training each year, including leadership development
• Fully funded Level 3/5 Diploma opportunities
• Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access
• Gym stipend & wellbeing supportPension & bonus scheme

Next Steps

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