Team Leader | Autism Support Service | Woolston, Hampshire

Team Leader Autism & Learning Disabilities Support

Woolston Hampshire
13.85 per hour
40 Hours per Week
Permanent Position

Looking for a role where you can lead inspire and make a genuine difference

Were looking for a passionate Team Leader to join our specialist Autism & Learning Disabilities service in Woolston.

This is more than just a leadership role. Its an opportunity to help people live fulfilling lives support a dedicated team to thrive and play a key part in creating a safe positive and empowering environment for the people we support.

If youre passionate about supporting individuals with autism and learning disabilities and are ready to develop your leadership skills wed love to hear from you.

The Role

As Team Leader youll be at the heart of the service providing day-to-day leadership and ensuring the people we support receive high-quality person-centred support.

Your role will include:

• Leading shifts and supporting the staff team.
• Promoting independence choice dignity and positive outcomes.
• Supporting adults with autism and learning disabilities.
• Providing guidance and coaching to Support Workers.
• Supporting individuals who may experience behaviours of distress.
• Ensuring medication administration and care documentation are completed accurately.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding quality and compliance.
• Working alongside the Registered and Deputy Manager to continuously improve the service.

About You

Were looking for someone who:

Has experience in a Team Leader Senior Support Worker or similar role.

Has experience supporting people with autism and learning disabilities.

Is confident supporting behaviours of distress and complex needs.

Can motivate guide and develop a team.

Is calm resilient and able to remain positive under pressure.

Holds a full UK driving licence.

Experience of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and safeguarding procedures is highly desirable.

What we offer:

13.85 per hour

Permanent 40-hour contract

29 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive management team

Company sick pay (following probation)

Pension scheme

Employee referral bonus scheme

Why SDR

At SDR we believe that great care starts with great people. We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where colleagues feel valued respected and empowered to grow.

Our values underpin everything we do:

Kindness Dignity & Respect Calmness Creativity Responsibility

Important Information

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK.

An Enhanced DBS check will be required following a successful offer of employment.

Apply Today

or call - No CV required get in touch for an informal chat.

We review applications as they are received and may close this vacancy early if we find the right person so dont delay applying.

Required Experience:

Manager