Autism Anglia is a well-established charity providing direct provision for people within the Autistic Spectrum from pre-school to adults. We provide a range of services to enable people with autism to live as independently as possible and experience choice and inclusion in society. The ethos of our work is based on the following Autism Anglia Values• The people we support are at the centre of everything we do.• We enhance the lives of autistic people• We have trust & integrity• We work positively together• We celebrate diversity & inclusion• We treat people with dignity & respectAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team as Deputy Manager – Outreach and Day Services, based at our Jigsaw Centre. Job Title:Deputy Manager – Outreach and Day ServicesReports to: Jigsaw Centre ManagerHours of Work:Monday to Friday up to 29 Hours a WeekPlace of work: Jigsaw CentreThe Role:The Deputy Manager will play a dual role in supporting the Jigsaw Centre Manager and leading the Outreach team. This position is pivotal in ensuring operational continuity, expanding Outreach services, and embedding excellence in care delivery. The Deputy Manager will be instrumental in developing community-based initiatives, empowering individuals to achieve their goals, and fostering a cohesive team environment.Provide day-to-day managerial support for the Outreach team and Jigsaw Centre in the absence of the manager.Ensure smooth operations during the Centre Manager’s absence by overseeing services and maintaining high standards of delivery.Coordinate staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage across the Outreach service delivery.Oversee the administration of Outreach services, including record-keeping, reporting, and resource allocation.Monitor and address operational challenges within Outreach to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.Drive the expansion of the Outreach service, developing initiatives that respond to individual needs and preferences.Lead and inspire team members, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.Oversee the recruitment, induction, training, and performance management of Outreach.Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies, and other relevant legislation and participate in quality assurance audits.Applications are welcome from applicants who:Level 3 Diploma in Management and Leadership (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards it is essentialProven leadership experience in Outreach or day servicesExperience working with individuals with autism Spectrum Conditions and Learning DifficultiesExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenTo Apply:If you have a genuine passion for supporting and uplifting others, your outstanding future at Autism Anglia could be moments away. Apply today and one of the recruitment team will be in touch.Autism Anglia considers itself to be a fullyinclusiveemployer, welcoming applications from all individuals who are able to meet and exceed the requirements of the position and may wish to request flexible working or reasonable adjustments to appropriatelysupportcandidates.Autism Anglia is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults or children and expects all staff to share this commitment in the fullest sense. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check. For all enhanced DBS roles, we are permitted to seek access to spent convictions under The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended 2013).Please note we cannot offer sponsorship.
