Autism/ADHD Support Hub Team Leader
Salary £ £ 27,201 per annum, pro rata
Sheffield Mind, Wellbeing Centre
Vacancy listed 01/09/2026
Application deadline 18/09/2026
Details
Job Purpose 

The role of the Autism / ADHD Sheffield Hub Team Leader will be to work as part of a team which specialises in delivering one-to-one and group support to adults and young people (16+) living with Autism and / or ADHD, playing a fundamental role in the day-to-day delivery of the service.  

The post-holder will work closely with the Service Manager, helping support the team. 

Hub sessions are in-person and virtual (inc. evenings and Saturday). 

The role will also include offering support and advice to VCSE organisations. 

Sheffield Mind is committed to investing in and developing our workforce.  The successful candidates will receive: 
 
  1. Sheffield Mind’s core training for new staff 
  2. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme 
  3. Contributions to a workplace Pension Scheme. 
 
The successful applicant will also receive ongoing support and regular supervision from ADHD/Autism Sheffield Hub Team Manager, together with day-to-day support provided by senior management and Sheffield Mind colleagues. 
 
The ADHD & Autism Hub Team Leader will link with a variety of key stakeholders including: 
 
  • Service Users, their families and professionals 
  • Statutory organisations and VCSE organisations 
 
Values 

Sheffield Mind has a set of core values which we expect all staff to demonstrate.  Building on these we have developed a set of expectations that we expect all team members to demonstrate. 

  • Share your knowledge and experience 
  • Use appropriate language when communicating to others to ensure they understand 
  • Be decisive 
  • Be positive – focus on what you can do and why something will/could work 
  • Actively seek feedback and act on it (where appropriate) 
  • Know when to step in and do it yourself and when to leave others to have a go 
  • Be self-aware: know your strengths and development needs and look for ways to develop 
  • Be visible 
  • Take care of your own well being 
  • Manage yourself and your emotions 
 

 

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Coordinate referrals and timely access, inc. inputting referral information onto the database and processing documentation. 
  • With other staff, act as the initial point of contact at the Hub, which includes: 
Ensure individuals who arrive at the Hub are registered, settled in and understand the Hub’s remit. 

Provide service users with high quality and accessible information, advice and support that is appropriate to their needs and maximises their involvement in decision making. 

  • Support the delivery of the Autism & ADHD Hub, which includes: 
One-to-one keywork including the development of exit plans. 

Use evidence-based practice. 

Plan and facilitate service user activities, courses and workshops. 

Facilitate coproduction groups and support attendees to report back to commissioners / others.  

Input and navigate the Lamplight CRM system to record, collect and report service statistics. 

  • Work closely with Service Manager to review data and service performance to ensure the team is aligned with Hub goals, objectives and service standards. 
  • Provide Sheffield VCSE organisations with advice and information on Autism / ADHD, either by email, phone, in-person or via group sessions.  
  • Encourage experts by Experience (EbE) Participation – lead on quarterly advisory groups, codesign, and consultation (with support from Peer Support Worker) 
  • Promote the service and ensure it is accessible to people living in the Sheffield. 
  • Carry out evaluation exercises with clients and professional colleagues. 
  • Work on case studies and share innovation, in response to requests for feedback. 
  • Participate in promotional events e.g. information days, community events, family sessions, drop ins, workshops representing the project and the wider Sheffield Mind organisation.  
 

Other Tasks 
 
  • Liaise on behalf of and represent Sheffield Mind as appropriate. 
  • Actively participate in supervision with your Line Manager. 
  • Support and contribute to the charitable and fundraising work of Sheffield Mind as appropriate. 
  • Any other tasks that can be reasonably expected that are within the scope and spirit of the job. 
 
PERSON SPECIFICATION 

 Experience     
1  | Managing a caseload, including complex cases and crises.   
2  | Working with autistic individuals and people with ADHD (young people and adults) and their families / professionals.   
3  | Working within a multi-agency environment (e.g. social services, education, VCSE sector).   
4  | Group work   
 Skills    
5  | GCSE A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent in English and Mathematics along with good keyboard skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office applications, i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook and the confidence to use Sheffield Mind’s CRM system.   
6  | Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing demands, including the requirement to work with clients towards discharge.   
7  | Ability to plan, grasp complex information, interpret key issues, analyse information and produce professional reports.   
8  | Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate empathetically under pressure.   
 Knowledge  
9  | Understanding of Autism and ADHD and willingness to continue learning.  
10  | Understanding of mental health issues.  
11  | Understanding of equality diversity, inclusion and equity issues  

Please Note: Recruited staff are required to evidence that they have worked in accordance with the person specification and job description in order to successfully pass their probationary period and as part of the annual appraisal process. 
 
Salary: £ 27,201 per annum, pro rata  

Responsible to: Autism/ADHD Sheffield Hub Team Manager 

Time Scale: end of contract 30th May 2029  

Hours: 29.6 per week

 
How to apply:
  • Download the application form from our website www.sheffieldmind.co.uk 
  • Click 'apply' at the bottom of this page 
  • Enter your details 
  • Upload your application form and CV 
(Please have your CV and application form ready to upload. If the session expires, you will not be able to complete the upload.)


 Sustainability at Sheffield Mind 

Sheffield Mind recognises that as an organisation we’re part of a natural environment that’s increasingly under threat and that we have a responsibility to minimise the negative impact our work and operation has on the environment. Use of public transport and cycling is encouraged and facilities are provided for bicycle storage. 

 

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion 

Our vision is to build an organisation that attracts, engages and support individuals from diverse backgrounds into all aspects of Sheffield Mind – service users, staff, volunteers and trustees. 

 

“Sheffield Mind is a fantastic organisation to work for. I find my team and management to be very supportive and I really appreciate the flexibility of my role, as this allows me utilise my skills and perform to the best of my ability while maintaining a great work / life balance. It's a pleasure to work with like-minded people in a job that aligns with my values”.               

Staff Survey 2024 




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Benefits

We value our staff and we work hard to make sure that employees enjoy their role and feel supported to do the best job they can. If you join us at Sheffield Mind, you’ll receive access to a pension scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and we have a staff Workplace Wellbeing Champion. All staff receive regular supervision and an annual appraisal.

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