Job Introduction
TEAM LEADER – SPECIALIST AUTISM SUPPORT
Location: Tamworth
Hours: Full‑time - 36 hours per week - 30 hours on shift and 6 hours admin
Salary: £16 per hour flat rate
Contract: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Reporting to: Registered Manager
Package: 1:1 support for an autistic adult with complex emotional regulation needs
A Personal Message from Neil’s Mum
My name is Elizabeth, and I am Neil’s mum.
Neil is an autistic adult who does best when the people around him are steady, consistent, and genuinely interested in understanding him. He is thoughtful, kind, and has a wonderful sense of humour. When life is predictable and the people supporting him are reliable, he thrives.
What Neil needs most is someone who values stability, communicates clearly, and takes the time to build a trusting relationship. Someone who sees the person first, not the label. Someone who understands that small, consistent actions can make a big difference.
If you are someone who is calm, reflective, and committed to making a meaningful impact, then you may be exactly the person Neil is waiting for. This is a role where your presence, your consistency, and your way of being will matter every day.
Warmly,
Elizabeth
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled, emotionally intelligent, and reflective Team Leader to support a 1:1 package for Neil, an autistic adult who requires predictable, psychologically informed, relationship‑based support.
This is a specialist role, ideal for someone who wants to build a career in:
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Autism practice
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Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
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Psychology
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Mental health
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Learning disability support
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Trauma‑informed care
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Community support leadership
You will lead a small team, provide day‑to‑day structure, and ensure that support is delivered in a way that meets Neil’s emotional, sensory, and relational needs.
This is not a generic care role.
This is a niche, high‑impact, career‑defining position.
About Neil
Neil is an autistic adult with:
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a high need for predictability and continuity
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strong reliance on trusted relationships
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excellent memory and pattern recognition
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deep emotional insight
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a strong desire to understand what is happening around him
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a need for clear, consistent communication
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a history of emotional harm caused by instability in support
Neil thrives when:
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routines are stable
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staff are consistent
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communication is transparent
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he feels safe, understood, and respected
He becomes anxious when:
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staff change unexpectedly
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communication is unclear
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decisions are made without explanation
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trusted people leave
Your role is to protect his stability, lead his team, and ensure his emotional safety.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Coordination
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Lead a small, consistent support team
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Provide day‑to‑day structure, guidance, and emotional containment
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Ensure staff follow Neil’s support plan, communication profile, and routines
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Model best practice in autism‑informed support
Emotional & Relational Support
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Build a trusting, predictable relationship with Neil
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Provide calm, attuned, emotionally safe support
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Recognise early signs of distress and respond appropriately
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Maintain continuity and stability in all interactions
Communication & Predictability
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Communicate clearly, honestly, and consistently
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Prepare Neil for changes in advance
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Ensure all staff follow the same communication style
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Support Neil to understand decisions and processes
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
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Work within a PBS framework
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Use proactive, preventative strategies
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Support Neil to regulate emotions and maintain wellbeing
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Record and reflect on patterns, triggers, and outcomes
Operational Responsibilities
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Coordinate rotas to ensure continuity
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Liaise with family, professionals, and management
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Maintain accurate records and documentation
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Support recruitment and onboarding of new staff
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
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emotionally intelligent
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calm under pressure
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reflective and self‑aware
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consistent and reliable
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able to build deep, trusting relationships
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able to understand autism beyond surface‑level training
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committed to stability and continuity
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able to lead with compassion and clarity
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able to think psychologically, not behaviourally
Ideal for graduates or professionals in:
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Psychology
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Autism Studies
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Social Work
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Occupational Therapy
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Learning Disability Nursing
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Education
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Mental Health
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Behavioural Science
Or experienced support workers ready to step into leadership.
Essential Skills & Qualities
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Excellent communication
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Ability to provide emotional containment
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Understanding of autism and sensory needs
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Ability to maintain predictable routines
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Reflective practice
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Ability to work collaboratively with family and professionals
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Commitment to long‑term relationship‑based support
Why This Role Matters
Neil’s wellbeing depends on:
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stability
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predictability
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trusted relationships
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emotionally attuned support
As Team Leader, you will be the anchor of his support package — the person who ensures the environment is safe, consistent, and psychologically informed.
This is a role where you will make a real difference, every single day.
How to Apply
Please submit:
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your CV
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a short statement explaining why you are interested in autism‑informed leadership
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any relevant experience or academic background
We welcome applications from graduates seeking meaningful, specialist experience.
