Team Manager - Autism

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Salary: NJC Grade H4 SCP 41-46 £52,413 - £57,881 per annum

Closing Date: Tuesday 5th May 2026 at 23:9

We have an exciting new Team Manager position for our specialist social care Autism Team and are looking for a motivated and strong leader to join us in our team, based at Bickerstaffe House in Blackpool. 

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in improving the lives of autistic adults across Blackpool. You will lead a committed and passionate team who are dedicated to delivering high quality and strengths based support. 

As our Autism Team Manager, you will:

• Provide day to day leadership, guidance, and professional oversight to a skilled team of social workers, case assessors and support workers.
• Champion good practice and ensure our work reflects the needs, aspirations, and voices of autistic adults and their families, working in a stengths based way. 
• Support staff through reflective supervision, coaching, and a strong focus on wellbeing.
• Drive quality and performance, ensuring we meet our statutory responsibilities and deliver excellent outcomes.
• Work closely with partners across health, social care, and the voluntary sector to build a joined up, strengths-based offer for the people of Blackpool.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about improving the lives of autistic people.
• A confident and compassionate leader, able to inspire and support others.
• Committed to Blackpool’s vision of providing outstanding services that make a real difference in our community.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and want to be part of a team that is ambitious for Blackpool and the people who live here, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to discuss further, please contact Hannah Hardman, service manager for Learning Disability and Autism at Blackpool Council on 01253 477800. 

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

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