Job Introduction
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
Join Us as a Team Leader
The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people, and we have a rewarding opportunity for a Support Worker at Randalstown Centre. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
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About the Service
The National Autistic Society Randalstown Centre is a purpose‑built autism centre that builds on the success of our established Carryduff site. Created in direct response to priorities identified by autistic people and their families, it will operate a dual service model to support autistic people across the life course. During the day, the Centre will deliver commissioned day services for autistic adults with high support and/or complex needs. In the evenings and at weekends, it will host "Support for Life"; a comprehensive programme of wraparound activities for autistic people and their families, including dedicated sessions for autistic children with high support needs, adult mentoring, youth clubs, skills programmes, and stay‑and‑play opportunities.
About the Role
We're looking for a dedicated Team Leader to help autistic people live the lives they choose. You'll play a key role in delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support while guiding and developing a team of support staff. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day and contribute to the strategic development of the service.
What You'll Do
* Lead and oversee high‑quality, person‑centred support, ensuring the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the people we support.
* Mentor, supervise and develop support staff, managing performance, training and day‑to‑day operations within your designated work area.
* Build strong relationships with families, professionals and community organisations to enhance inclusion and ensure support is responsive to individual needs.
What We're Looking For
* Experience supporting autistic people or individuals with disabilities, along with previous supervisory or team-leading experience.
* Strong communication, organisation and decision‑making skills, with the ability to work proactively and adapt to changing priorities.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding, and best practice in autism support, supported by a relevant Level 3 qualification (Level 4/5 desirable).
Click here for the Job Description
This advert is for a full-time position at 37 Hours per week.
Your working pattern in this role will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families and will include evening and weekend working.
Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) is preferred
What we can offer you
* Pension – Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
* Annual Leave – 35 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year.
* Training – Great induction and training, including autism training.
* Discounts – Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple).
* Healthcare – Cash plan for permanent staff.
* Life Assurance – 2x your base salary.
* Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension.
* Support – 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling.
* Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends.
* Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts.
* Extra Pay – Enhanced overtime, plus payments for sleep-in and on-call (if applicable to the role).
* Refer a Friend – Get £200 when you refer someone.
About our application process
When you write your supporting statement:
* Look at the job description and person specification.
* Tell us how your skills and experience match the role.
* Give examples if you can.
We might close this job advert early if we get lots of suitable applications.
For any queries about the vacancy, please contact Lucy Whann, Deputy Manager, at
To protect our autistic adults at the National Autistic Society, all staff are required to have a criminal background check. Membership of the Access NI Scheme is an essential requirement of the post and the National Autistic Society will cover the cost of your application. The NAS adheres to the Access NI Code of Practice. A copy is available on request.
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.
We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.
Important Information
Agencies need not apply.
Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas.