At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team supporting individuals with autism in daily activities and personal development.
- Company: Join Autism Initiatives, a charity dedicated to empowering those with autism.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and a range of employee perks.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with ongoing training and support for your growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Relevant health or social care qualification and experience in a senior support role.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are seeking a Registered Service Manager to join our team. You will work alongside people who use our services, supporting in a range of activities, including developing independence in daily living, accessing work/education and leisure activities.
At Autism Initiatives we work alongside people with autism, providing specialist services tailored to each individual. Our Values underpin every aspect of the organisation's culture and activities in NI: Autism-Focused, Respect, Excellence, Empowerment, Collaboration, Commitment to Change and Rights-based.
Given the nature of the role, these positions are subject to an enhanced Access NI check for the successful applicants. The cost of which will be met by the organisation.
You will enjoy an enhanced range of benefits designed to reward the outstanding support that staff provide. Some of these benefits start immediately, whilst others are awarded at later dates in recognition of loyalty, dedication and long service:
- Competitive salary.
- Employer pension scheme.
- Enhanced company sick pay.
- Enhanced maternity pay.
- Access NI paid.
- NISCC fee paid after two years service.
- Generous paid annual leave.
- Incremental increases to annual leave.
- Paid bank and public holidays.
- Birthday leave.
- Option to buy and sell annual leave.
- Long service awards.
- Monthly staff cash prize draw.
- Blue light discount card.
- Employee Refer a Friend initiative.
- Free Autism specific training.
- Comprehensive induction training.
- On the job learning.
- Buddy/mentor for new staff.
- Funded QCF development opportunities.
- Continuous learning & development opportunities.
- Line management support structure.
- Regular 121 meetings.
- Annual Performance review.
- Culture of recognition.
- 24/7 employee assistance programme (confidential counselling helpline) available from day one of employment.
- Offering free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance.
- Medicash health scheme, subject to eligibility.
- Menopause support line as part of Medicash scheme.
- Career break policy.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Compassionate & Bereavement leave.
- Wagestream financial planning and support App- enables you to access money earned before pay day, set up savings and more.
Essential Criteria:
- Meet the RQIA requirements to be a Registered Manager when taking up appointment i.e. Health or Social Care professional qualification (considered relevant by the RQIA); or Level 5 Diploma (QCF5) in Leadership for Health and Social Care Management (Adults Management); or other equivalent Diploma/Degree/Post-Graduate qualification in Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care.
- Meet the required years supporting at Senior Support level or above, as defined within the RQIA standards for a Registered Manager.
- Working knowledge of supporting people who have Autism, communication difficulties and associated complex needs.
- Working knowledge of managing a team.
- Full UK driving licence, with access to own car, to be held for at least 1 year with business insurance on appointment.
- Knowledge of statutory and legislative requirements and application of a 'rights based ethos', in line with Day Care and Domiciliary Care Agencies RQIA Minimum Standards.
- NISCC registration.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, as well as accurate and detailed report writing skills.
Autism Initiatives are an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in employment and service delivery. Please note this post is subject to an enhanced check by Access NI. Those on the barred list need not apply. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however, we particularly welcome male applicants and also those from a Protestant community background as these cohorts are currently under-represented.
Currently we are unable to provide Sponsorship or take over Sponsorship of an employment Visa.
To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.
Registered Service Manager, Mullaghcartan employer: Autism Initiatives Northern Ireland
At Autism Initiatives, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and empowering work culture that prioritises the well-being of both our staff and the individuals we serve. Located in Cookstown, our team enjoys competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and a range of benefits that recognise dedication and long service, all while working in an environment that values respect, collaboration, and commitment to change. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of autistic individuals while advancing your career in a rewarding and fulfilling role.
Contact Details:
Autism Initiatives Northern Ireland Recruitment Team
