Salary: £14.22 per hour Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Job Reference Number: NI-TL-RL30102025 Job Location: N. Ireland Job Area: Newcastle Closing Date: 30th November 2025 About This Role Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of autistic children and adults? Do you have the enthusiasm, values, and drive to lead impactful services that enrich lives? We are seeking a pro-active and values-driven Team Leader to lead and further develop our Newcastle Service. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow our support service, ensuring they continue to meet the evolving needs of the individuals we support. Our services aim to: Enrich lives by providing meaningful social opportunities Empower individuals to make choices and pursue their own interests Build independence and develop practical life skills Connect people with opportunities within their local communities This is an ideal role for a candidate looking to take the next step in their career. Whether you're ready for your first leadership role or looking to expand your management skills, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting and positive impact. JOB CRITERIA - TEAM LEADER To assist the Service Manager in every aspect of the running of the service as directed and to deputise in the absence of the Service Manager as required. ESSENTIAL Minimum QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent qualification in a related subject. Minimum of one year's experience in a Senior Support role, supporting people with Autism or learning disabilities and associated conditions. GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above, or equivalent. Proficient in Microsoft Office. A full UK driving licence to be held for a minimum of one year. Be flexible to work according to the needs of our services. NISCC registered or apply to register on appointment. If you're passionate about person-centred support and motivated to lead with purpose, we'd love to hear from you. 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 those from a Protestant community background as these cohorts are currently under-represented. Registered Charity No: XR72211, NIC 104641. Currently we are unable to provide Sponsorship or take over Sponsorship of an employment Visa. Benefits of working with us In addition to excellent rates of pay, a contributory pension and generous holiday entitlements, 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. Full details of all staff benefits are available on our intranet once you start working with us as benefits may vary from role to role, but here's a brief run-down of a few of them: Monthly staff cash prize draw Your birthday off work every year Medicash health scheme, providing cash towards medical costs, gym discounts and more Employee Assistance Programme - free support from experts on a wide range of subjects from childcare and probate, to managing money and work life balance. Additional paid holidays after 2 years' service Extra paid holidays in milestone service years Refer a friend scheme with cash rewards for helping us to find more great team members Cycle to Work scheme To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.