At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and guide young people in a nurturing residential environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at an Ofsted Registered Children's Home in Eastbourne.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, bonuses, private healthcare, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts with a supportive team culture focused on development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children facing challenges.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare preferred.
The predicted salary is between 19.87 - 19.87 £ per hour.
We are seeking passionate and resilient Senior Coaches to join our Ofsted Registered Children’s Residential Homes in Eastbourne. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people who have experienced trauma, instability and adversity, helping them to build safe, stable and ambitious futures.
As a Senior Coach, you will lead practice on shift, support less experienced staff and help maintain high standards of care, safeguarding and behaviour management within the home. You will work closely with Team Leaders and management to create a stable, nurturing and structured environment where young people feel safe, understood and supported to achieve positive outcomes.
Our home is a 6-bed children’s residential home supporting young people aged 10 to 16 with a range of complex and additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, epilepsy, dysphagia and challenging behaviours. Some young people may be non-verbal and use communication methods such as PECS, Makaton or AAC devices. Our home is currently rated Good by Ofsted and is working towards achieving Outstanding.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead practice on shift, supporting the Team Leader to maintain safe and consistent care delivery
- Support and guide Coaches during shifts, promoting accountability and high standards of care
- Ensure care plans, risk assessments and PBS strategies are consistently followed
- Respond appropriately to incidents and escalate concerns in line with safeguarding procedures
- Support young people with emotional regulation, behaviour management and daily routines
- Build trusting, professional and therapeutic relationships with young people
- Act as a key worker, supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes
- Contribute to care planning, reviews and outcome tracking
- Support engagement in education, routines and meaningful activities
- Maintain accurate records, incident reports and regulatory documentation
- Promote trauma informed, child centred and therapeutic care approaches
- Contribute to reflective practice, team meetings and staff development
- Maintain a safe, clean and homely environment within the home
- Administer medication safely in line with training and policy
- Work flexibly across different homes within the service where required
About You
- Experience working with children and young people
- Previous experience within residential childcare or a similar care setting
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of professional boundaries
- The ability to remain calm, regulated and solution focused under pressure
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A trauma informed and child centered approach to care
- The ability to support and guide less experienced staff
- A commitment to delivering outstanding care and outcomes for young people
- Flexibility to work shifts including evenings, weekends and bank holidays
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Extensive training and development opportunities
- Fully funded Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications
- Performance related bonus scheme
- 24/7 GP access
- Extensive training and CPD opportunities
- Leadership mentoring and internal progression pathways
- Supportive team culture focused on development and wellbeing
SuperCare operates a 24 hour, 365 day service. Flexibility is essential within this role.
Shift Patterns
- Day Shifts: 1 day on, 2 days off (rolling rota), 07:30am – 10:30pm (15 hour shifts)
- Waking Night Shifts: 2 nights on, 2 nights off (rolling rota), 10:00pm – 08:00am (10 hour shifts)
Shift patterns may vary depending on the needs of the home and the young people we support.
Safer Recruitment
All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures. We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and want to join a provider committed to outstanding care.
Senior Night Coach (Residential Children's Home) in Eastbourne employer: SuperHiring
SuperCare is an exceptional employer dedicated to providing outstanding care in a supportive and progressive environment. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer extensive training opportunities, including fully funded qualifications, and a culture that prioritises wellbeing and teamwork. As a House Leader in Eastbourne, you will not only lead a passionate team but also make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable young people, all while enjoying competitive pay and flexible working arrangements.
