Night-time can be the most vulnerable part of a child's day. You'll be the steady presence who helps them feel safe, understood and cared for, while also offering guidance and reassurance to less experienced colleagues. When the night becomes unsettled, your experience and calm approach will anchor the home.
What You'll Do
No two nights are identical, but consistency matters. You will:
Provide overnight supervision, keeping children safe, regulated and supported.
Respond calmly to sleep disturbances, dysregulation, impulsivity or emotional outbursts, including self-injurious behaviour.
Support with personal care and administer medication in line with care plans.
Offer gentle reassurance when children wake anxious, distressed or confused.
Act swiftly and appropriately to any safeguarding or health concerns.
Model safe, therapeutic practice for junior colleagues during incidents.
Maintain accurate night records and complete thorough handovers for day staff.
Use communication tools like visuals, symbols or gestures for non-verbal young people.
Drive when required for emergencies or urgent transport needs.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking experienced, steady individuals who can provide both direct care and overnight leadership:
Strong background supporting children with learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, Global Development Delay, epilepsy, Down syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.
Calm, emotionally steady and able to support young people who struggle to regulate.
Understanding of sensory differences, communication barriers, disrupted sleep and impulsivity associated with LD needs.
Trauma-informed and attachment-aware approach, offering predictability and comfort.
Able to guide and reassure less experienced night staff.
Physically fit, alert and dependable throughout waking night shifts.
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) - essential.
1+ years residential childcare experience.
Full UK driving licence desired due to remote location of the home.
Competitive Salaries
During Probation: £15.43/hr on weekdays, £17.91/hr on weekends (Avr. £30,000 per annum)
Post Probation: £16.54/hr on weekdays, £19.29/hr on weekends (Avr. £32,000 per annum)
Working Pattern
We operate a consistent pod-based rota to support a healthy work-life balance:
Waking night rota: 2 nights on, 2 nights off (10:00pm-8:00am)
Why Join SuperCare?
SuperCare is building a reputation as a leading provider of children's residential care across East Sussex. We offer:
Salary 20% above sector average.
36 days of specialist, in-person training annually.
Private healthcare and 24/7 GP access.
Fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (if not already held).
Well being package and gym stipend.
Pension scheme and bonus eligibility.
Free parking and access to company vehicles.
Clear progression into Night Team Leader or Day Team Leader roles.
Next Steps
If you're passionate about supporting young people with learning disabilities and want to be part of a new, nurturing and high-quality children's home, we'd love to hear from you.
To learn more about our mission and values, visit (url removed)
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Salary description
£15.43 - £19.29 per hour