Senior Night Support Worker - (Children's Residential)

SuperCare Residential; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Eastbourne is seeking a Senior Night Coach to provide reassurance and support for children with learning disabilities during the night shift. You will need at least 1 year of experience and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare. This role offers a competitive salary above sector average, flexible shifts, and extensive training opportunities. Join a caring team committed to improving the lives of young people.

Benefits

Salary above sector average

36 days of specialist training annually

Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Private healthcare and 24/7 GP access

Gym stipend and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a children's residential home.
• Essential Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism or ADHD.

Responsibilities

• Support children with toileting, bathing, and nighttime medication.
• Provide comfort when children wake unsettled.
• Maintain routines for security and stability.

Skills

Experience in a children's residential home

Non-verbal communication (PECS/Makaton)

Responding to personal care needs

Emotional steadiness

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

A Senior Night Coach at SuperCare provides reassurance, safety, and stability while the children sleep. Nights can be unpredictable - some children may settle well, while others may wake anxious, distressed, or needing personal care. You’ll be the calm, skilled presence who ensures that even in the quiet hours, the children feel safe, understood, and well cared for.

This home supports young people with severe to profound learning disabilities, autism and ADHD, many of whom are non‑verbal and use PECS and Makaton. Several children also have epilepsy (training provided). The home recently achieved "Good" in its first Ofsted inspection and is aiming for Outstanding, with the right team in place.

What You’ll Do

You’ll support children through the night with compassion, consistency, and professionalism:

• Support with toileting, bathing, continence, and nighttime medication
• Provide comfort and reassurance when children wake unsettled or anxious
• Use PECS, Makaton, and visual supports to help with communication
• Respond safely to behaviours such as smearing, spitting or aggression
• Maintain routines that help children feel secure
• Keep accurate overnight records and provide clear morning handovers
• Work as the steady, experienced adult others look to for guidance

What We’re Looking For

Night work requires patience, emotional steadiness, and a gentle approach. We’re looking for someone who brings both experience and calm confidence.

You must have:

• At least 1 year of experience in a children's residential home
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or an accepted equivalent) - essential for senior roles
• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism or ADHD
• Confidence with non‑verbal communication (PECS/Makaton) or willingness to train
• The ability to respond sensitively to personal care needs and challenging behaviour
• A warm, upbeat personality - the young people are very active at night!

Benefits Working at SuperCare

We’re committed to being the number one employer in social care. Our benefits reflect how much we value our staff:

• Salary 20 percent above sector average
• Rota: 22:00‑08:00 (2 nights on, 2 nights off)
• 36 days of specialist training annually, including PBS, Team Teach, PECS and Makaton
• Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held)
• Private healthcare and 24/7 GP access
• Gym stipend and wellbeing support
• Pension and bonus scheme
• Free parking and communal cars
• Clear pathway into Night Team Leader roles

Next Steps

Please apply if you’re passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs. To learn more about SuperCare and our mission, visit supercare.org