Senior Night Coach - Frimley TM

SuperCare Residential; Ilford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider in Ilford seeks a Senior Night Coach to support children with learning disabilities during the night. The role involves providing hands-on care, responding to distress, and guiding Night Coaches. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a Level 3 Diploma. This position offers salary above sector average and extensive training opportunities.

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

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of SEN or residential childcare experience.
• Skilled in behaviour support, patient, and reliable.
• Ability to bring warmth and humour during the night.

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

Steadiness under pressure

Nurturing confidence

Education

Level 3 Diploma

Job description

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

Night staff deserve the same recognition and opportunities as day staff, so we make sure your development is always supported.

• 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