Senior Autism Practitioner (Team Leader)

Senior Autism Practitioner (Team Leader) – £35,871 - £38,294 per annum (includes rural allowance) – Clannalba, Lamington

The Role

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with autism? Can you build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with families, teams and external agencies? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Join our friendly team at Clannalba in Lamington, near Biggar. We're seeking a Senior Autism Practitioner with leadership experience to join our close-knit team. Flexibility is required including weekends, evenings, and on-call duties.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role, apply now.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Develop the Team: Coach, mentor, and inspire your team to achieve their full potential.
• Enhance Service Delivery: Continuously improve the quality of support provided, ensuring it meets the unique needs of each individual.
• Manage Operations: Oversee day-to-day operations, including staffing, budgeting, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Build Strong Relationships: Foster positive relationships with colleagues, families, and external partners.
• Promote Positive Change: Drive innovation and implement best practices to enhance the lives of autistic individuals.

The Company

Scottish Autism seeks to promote and provide care, education, support and opportunities for people with autism of all ages throughout Scotland. We work tirelessly to create a world where autistic people are understood and enabled to lead meaningful, fulfilling and happy lives as valued members of the community.

Benefits:

• 32 days holiday (increasing with service).
• Fully funded training, including SVQ & LMC.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Pension (employer matched up to 9%).

The Person

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication skills for engaging with individuals, families, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrates high attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Is confident in managing conflict and having difficult conversations.
• Has experience in managing service budgets and financial processes.
• Holds or is willing to work towards SVQ 4 in Health and Social Care and Leadership and Management Certificate.

This position is subject to a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Disclosure check.