Regional Locality Manager

Locality Manager, to cover our Wales Residential and Day services from Neath to Newport, with possible expansion of services. You do not need to be a registered manager, but you will manage registered services. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Visit our website to find out more about who we are: https://www.autism.org.uk/ About the Service This role supports our services across Wales, providing person-centred support for autistic adults. In Neath, Longford Court includes four residential homes and one bungalow, providing structured residential support. Rhyd Hir, also based in Neath, offers 24-hour specialist residential care for autistic adults with additional learning and behavioural support needs. Across all services, we focus on promoting independence, developing skills and empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals. About the Role Working across a cluster of services, you'll coach and guide frontline leaders to ensure services are efficient & person-centred, delivering compliance and quality standards through best practise. You'll be the key driver of transformational change - supporting continuous improvement and fostering a culture of high-quality practice. What You'll Do

• Lead the day-to-day running of a cluster of services, ensuring they are safe, person-centred and compliant.
• Promote a supportive and inclusive workplace culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, engagement, and professional development.
• Ensure financial sustainability through effective resource planning & cost control.
• Work in partnership with families, commissioners, advocates, and professionals to ensure the voices of autistic adults are heard and reflected in their care.
  
  Previous experience managing services for autistic adults, people with learning disabilities, or individuals with complex needs.
• Collaborative and reflective approach to leadership and continuous improvement.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory standards, safeguarding, person-centred planning, and autism-specific frameworks (e.g. SPELL, PBS, TEACCH)., To protect our autistic adults at the National Autistic Society, all staff are required to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months would be preferable but not essential.
  
  The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people, and we have a rewarding opportunity for a
  
  This advert is for a full-time position at 35 Hours per week.
What we can offer you
• Pension
- Auto-enrolled pension scheme.
• Annual Leave
- 33 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.
• Refer a Friend
- Get £200 when you refer someone.