Senior Night Coach - Frimley TM

SuperCare Residential; Ilford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care organization in Ilford seeks a Senior Night Coach to provide hands-on support for children with learning disabilities during the night shift. Your role includes responding to challenges, guiding less experienced staff, and maintaining a calm environment. The position offers competitive benefits such as extensive training, funded diplomas, and healthcare access. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 3 Diploma or be working towards it, with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Salary 20% above sector average

36 days of training per year

Funded Level 3 and 5 Diplomas

Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access

Gym stipend & wellbeing support

Pension & bonus scheme

Free parking and communal cars

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of SEN or residential childcare experience.
• Skilled in behaviour support.
• Ability to bring warmth and humour to the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care during the night, including hygiene prompting and supervision.
• Respond calmly to aggression or distress, modelling low-arousal approaches.
• Support Night Coaches, sharing advice and experience.
• Keep accurate records and support the handover process.

Skills

Behaviour support

Patience

Reliability

Nurturing confidence

Education

Level 3 Diploma (or working towards it)

Job description

A Senior Night Coach at SuperCare provides confidence and calm during the night shift. You'll support children with learning disabilities who may struggle with sleep or wake unsettled, and you'll guide Night Coaches in how to respond with dignity, patience, and safety. Though you're not leading the shift, your experience makes you the person others turn to. You'll help the team stay resilient, support children through difficult moments, and keep the home running smoothly overnight. This home is rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted and is looking to maintain that record.

What You'll Do

• Provide hands‑on care during the night, including hygiene prompting and supervision.
• Respond calmly to aggression or distress, modelling low‑arousal approaches.
• Support Night Coaches, sharing advice and experience.
• Keep accurate records and support the handover process.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who can stay steady in the face of challenges, while also nurturing confidence in newer colleagues.

• At least 2 years of SEN or residential childcare experience.
• Level 3 Diploma (or working towards it).
• Skilled in behaviour support, patient, and reliable.
• Someone who can bring warmth and humour even during the night.

Benefits Working at SuperCare

• Salary 20% above sector average
• Rota: 22:00-08:00, 2 nights on / 2 nights off
• 36 days of training per year, including SEN and behaviour management
• Funded Level 3 and 5 Diplomas
• Private healthcare & 24/7 GP access
• Gym stipend & wellbeing support
• Pension & bonus scheme
• Free parking and communal cars to transport the young people

Next Steps

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