Advertised from 17 April 2026

Role

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. 

Join Us as a Registered Locality Manager 

The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people, and we have a rewarding opportunity for a Registered Locality Manager at Catrine Bank. 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 

Catrine Bank is one of our supported living services in East Ayrshire, Scotland. It includes three houses and two cottages. With the river Ayr running adjacent, Catrine village is a beautiful, remote and rural area with access to varied county walks and National Trust locations within easy access.

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.

What We’re Looking For 

• 5 years’ minimum experience in a similar role is essential
• 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).

Click here for the Job Description 

This advert is for a full-time permanent 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.

About our application process 

When you write your supporting statement:  

• Look at the job description and person specification. 
• Tell us how your skills and experience match the role. 
• Give examples if you can. 
• We might close this job advert early if we get lots of suitable applications.

To protect our autistic adults at the National Autistic Society, all staff are required to have a criminal background check. In line with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration, successful candidates will work towards relevant qualifications. Membership of the PVG scheme is an essential requirement of the post and the National Autistic Society will cover the cost of your application. 

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.  

We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme.  

Important Information 

Agencies need not apply. 

Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas.

Application notes

Visit our website to apply

Closing Date: 30/04/2026