Assistant Team Manager

Lead, Support and Inspire in a Specialist SEN Environment

Join a highly respected residential and educational setting supporting young people with severe autism, Asperger’s profiles, complex learning needs and behaviours linked to their neurodiversity. Set in the stunning New Forest and close to the coast, the school is known for exceptional care, strong outcomes and a passionate staff team.

This is an ideal opportunity for a dedicated professional ready to step into a leadership role while still working closely with young people.

You will support the Team Manager in ensuring a safe, structured and nurturing environment for all young people. Your leadership will help maintain high standards of care, promote independence and wellbeing, and guide staff through best practice.

Key Duties

• Provide emotional and physical support to young people across residential and educational settings

• Uphold safeguarding, health and wellbeing standards

• Offer supervision, coaching and support to care staff

• Model high professional standards and positive practice

• Assist with staff recruitment, development and performance

• Contribute to behaviour support strategies

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards

• Foster positive relationships with young people, families and professionals

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting autistic young people and those with complex needs

• Full UK driving licence (rural location)

• Level 3 Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)

• Understanding of behaviour support, management practice and regulatory standards

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

• Positive, professional and motivational approach

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay

• Extensive CPD including SEN, behaviour and leadership training

• A dedicated consultant for guidance and career support

• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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