At SuperCare's residential children's home in Eastbourne, the young people you'll support are unique, resilient, and complex. They live with severe learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, epilepsy, and communication difficulties. Some are non-verbal, while others use very limited speech alongside PECS, Makaton, and visual supports.
They require highly structured routines, sensory regulation, and close staff supervision to feel safe. You'll help them with every part of daily life - from personal care and medication to engaging in play, outdoor activities, and communication. At times, you may face behaviours such as spitting, biting, hair pulling, inappropriate touch, or even self-harm, but every behaviour is a form of communication. With patience, consistency, and a trauma-informed approach, you'll help them feel safe, understood, and supported.
What You'll Do:
As a Day Coach, you'll play a central role in creating stability and care:
* Support young people with autism, ADHD, epilepsy, and severe learning disabilities.
* Provide full assistance with personal care, medication, and hygiene routines.
* Encourage and model daily routines such as eating, dressing, and toileting.
* Use non-verbal communication tools (PECS, Makaton, visual timetables) to help them express needs.
* Respond to behaviours such as spitting, biting, hitting, or inappropriate touch calmly and safely.
* Support sensory regulation and encourage positive play and outdoor activities.
* Maintain structure and contribute to a consistent, safe environment.
* Support young people in and out of the community for activities, appointments, and trips.
What We're Looking For:
We're looking for people who bring patience, resilience, and compassion:
* Experience with autism, ADHD, and severe learning disabilities.
* Skilled in non-verbal communication methods such as PECS and Makaton.
* Knowledge of sensory needs and positive behaviour support (PBS).
* Training or willingness to train in epilepsy awareness, self-harm support, and Team Teach.
* Experience in personal care, medication, and hygiene support.
* Physically able to respond quickly and engage in active support.
* Calm, consistent, and trauma-informed in your approach.
* Must hold a full and clean UK driving licence.
Benefits Working at SuperCare
We'll make sure your commitment is rewarded and supported:
* Salary 20% above sector average.
* 36 days of in-person training each year (including PBS, epilepsy, sensory support).
* Fully funded Level 3 Diploma in Children's Care.
* Private healthcare and 24/7 GP access.
* Gym stipend and well being package.
* Pension and bonus scheme.
* Free parking and communal cars to transport young people in and out of the community.
* Clear progression into Senior Day Coach roles.
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 to find out more about the company and our values or mission please visit supercare.org
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