Night Team Leader - Mental Health Service

SuperCare Residential; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider in St Leonards is seeking a Night Team Leader to provide effective leadership and support for young people with complex needs overnight. The ideal candidate will have experience in safeguarding and mental health support, and must hold a full UK driving licence. This role offers a salary 20% above sector norms and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Salary above sector norms

36 days of training annually

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma

Private healthcare

Gym stipend

Pension and bonus scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with self-harm or risk of going missing.
• Skilled in safeguarding and ligature awareness.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the night team ensuring safety and consistency.
• Support young people at risk of self-harm.
• Supervise and mentor colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Mental health support

Safeguarding

Supervisory skills

Resilience

Job description

Overview

At night, SuperCare's first EBD/SEMH home requires calm, confident leadership. The young people may plan to leave the home, self-harm, or bring up painful memories from their past. They also need routines and reassurance to feel safe through the night. As Night Team Leader, you'll guide your colleagues through these challenges, stepping in with authority and ensuring the home remains secure until morning.

What You'll Do

You\'ll balance leadership with direct care overnight:

• Lead the night team in keeping the home safe and consistent.
• Support young people who are at risk of self-harm or going missing.
• Respond to safeguarding concerns and incidents with professionalism.
• Supervise and mentor colleagues to build their confidence.
• Ensure records are kept and handovers are clear.
• Be able to drive when required for emergencies (full UK licence needed).

What We\'re Looking For

This role needs confident leaders who can keep calm in unpredictable moments:

• Experience supporting young people with self-harm or missing-from-home risks.
• Skilled in safeguarding, ligature awareness, and mental health support.
• Confident supervising teams and giving clear direction.
• Resilient when hearing difficult or unsettling disclosures.
• Physically fit, dependable, and proactive.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Benefits Working at SuperCare

We\'ll reward your leadership with sector-leading support:

• Salary 20% above sector norms.
• 36 days of training each year.
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma (if not already achieved).
• Private healthcare and 24/7 GP access.
• Gym stipend and wellbeing package.
• Pension and bonus scheme.
• Free parking and communal cars.
• 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.