Autism Care Team Lead | Develop & Inspire Youth Support

Career Makers; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pay increase with longevity

Enhanced maternity/paternity package

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work scheme

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

Career Makers are recruiting an experienced Team Manager to join a well-established specialist provider supporting autistic young people with complex needs. You will lead and develop a dedicated care team to ensure high standards of care and person-centred support.

Ideally you will have Level 3 Health & Social Care or equivalent, and at least two years’ experience as a Support Worker, with experience in autism/learning disabilities.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Support Worker.
• Experience working with autism and/or learning disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Line manage, coach and mentor a team of Autism Practitioners
• Support the recruitment and induction of new team members
• Manage staff attendance, sickness and other absences
• Monitor staff performance through regular check-ins and reviews
• Support the implementation of autism-friendly strategies
• Provide personal care in line with individual support plans

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Line management

Mentoring

Recruitment support

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification or equivalent

Job description

Career Makers are recruiting an experienced Team Manager to join a well-established specialist provider supporting autistic young people with complex needs. You will lead and develop a dedicated care team to ensure high standards of care and person-centred support.

Ideally you will have Level 3 Health & Social Care or equivalent, and at least two years’ experience as a Support Worker, with experience in autism/learning disabilities.