Autism Service Manager

Pay: £37,000 - £38,500 per year pro rata (depending on experience/qualifications)

Hours: Full-time / Day, Evening, Weekend, with optional overtime

Company: Primecare Health Ltd

Primecare Health Ltd provides high-quality specialist support services for autistic people and individuals with learning disabilities, helping them to live meaningful, independent and inclusive lives within their communities.

We are now looking for an Autism Service Manager to lead and develop our specialist services across Edinburgh and West Lothian.

This is a senior leadership role for someone who is passionate about person-centered support, inclusive practice and delivering high-quality services that empower people to live the lives they choose.

The Role

As Autism Service Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, development and quality assurance of designated services, ensuring they operate to the highest standards.

Working closely with team leaders, support teams, families and partner organisations, you will help shape services that are individualised, inclusive and focused on achieving meaningful outcomes for the people we support.

You will also play an important role in developing positive partnerships with local authorities, health services and other stakeholders across the sector.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing specialist autism and learning disability services
• Supporting and developing team leaders and support teams
• Ensuring services are person-centered and outcome-focused
• Monitoring service quality through audit and quality assurance processes
• Working collaboratively with families, professionals and external partners
• Supporting the development of new and existing services
• Promoting inclusive practice and strong community connections
• Ensuring services operate in line with Care Inspectorate requirements, Health and Social Care Standards and SSSC Codes of Practice
• Participating in the on-call management rota

Leadership Responsibilities

This role requires a strong and supportive leadership approach. You will:

• Provide line management and supervision to team leaders
• Support staff development through training and learning opportunities
• Encourage a positive culture focused on collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
• Work closely with HR and senior management to support effective staffing and employee wellbeing
• Help shape and deliver Primecare Health Ltd’s strategic objectives for service development

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an experienced leader who is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered support services.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience working in autism or learning disability services
• Experience managing teams within social care services
• Strong knowledge of Care Inspectorate standards and regulatory frameworks
• Experience supporting person-centered service design and delivery
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
• The ability to build strong relationships with families, professionals and partner organisations 
• SVQ level 3 in health and social care & willing to work SSSC requirements.
• A full uk driving license and access to own car

The successful candidate must be eligible to register as a Care Inspectorate Registered

What We Offer

At Primecare Health, we recognise that strong leadership is key to delivering outstanding services. We offer:

• Opportunities to shape and develop specialist services
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive leadership and collaborative working culture
• Pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program, including 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG check.

Primecare Health Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported and respected.

To Apply

If you are an experienced social care leader who is passionate about supporting autistic people and individuals with learning disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives, please don’t hesitate to apply.

Contact information

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