Team ManagerPosted: 10/08/2026Closing Date: 10/09/2026Job Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Sydney, NSWJob Category: OperationsJob DescriptionWe're looking for an experienced and energetic Team Manager to join our National Leadership Team, based in Norwest, Sydney.
You will work alongside two other Team Managers to lead a combined team of approximately ~30 Behaviour Support and Allied practitioners across NSW.We actively seek managers who are present with their team building trust, facilitating growth, navigating hard conversations, and making sure that the quality of our clinical work is directly felt by the people we support.You will also play a key external role, building and maintaining referral pathways, relationships with support coordinators, families, and community stakeholders.About SAL ConsultingSAL Consulting is one of Australia's most trusted human services consultancies.
We bring together a trans-disciplinary team of behaviour support and allied health practitioners, united by a shared belief: every person has a right to a happy, connected life.We're a national team that works across some of Australia's most complex and rewarding contexts.
We take our culture seriously.
We're warm, relational, and grounded in best practice, and we expect the same from our leaders.SAL Consulting is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.Desired Skills And ExperienceWhat You'll Be DoingLeading, coaching, and motivating your team through both formal supervision and day-to-day supportHaving the hard conversations when needed,



and handling them with care and professionalismFacilitating reflective practice – helping practitioners connect staff development directly to client outcomes and service qualityOverseeing referral, intake and allocation processes across NSWManaging service agreements and budgets with attention to detailBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with support coordinators, families, and referral partnersRepresenting SAL Consulting at networking events, expos, and community forumsParticipating as a member of the National Leadership Team, contributing to broader strategy and directionSupporting your team to meet client service delivery benchmarks while keeping wellbeing front of mindWho We're Looking ForThis role requires genuine, substantial staff management experience, ideally across a team of meaningful size, where you've had to lead, not just manage.
You will have the capacity to build genuine relationships with a team and to lead with both empathy and accountability.
We're searching for someone who is capable, confident, and proactive.You will be supporting a team to meet client service delivery benchmarks, and provide coaching, mentoring and operational supervision to your team members.
You will be participating as a member of our leadership team at local and National forums.Essential RequirementsSignificant, demonstrated experience managing and leading a team – including the ability to have difficult conversations, counsel staff, and develop peopleA background in community services, health,



disability, or a related human services fieldStrong administrative capability, including managing high-volume correspondence, service agreements, and budgetsExcellent stakeholder relationship skills – both internal (your team and colleagues) and external (support coordinators, families, referral networks)A proactive, adaptable approach – someone who hits the ground running and brings practical problem-solving to every situationSound financial literacy and experience working with operational budgetsHigh emotional intelligence and the capacity to lead reflective, values-driven supervision for an organisation that genuinely cares about their teamHighly RegardedExperience in the NDIS sector or familiarity with NDIS systems (though not essential)Marketing, networking or business development skills in a community services contextExperience working in a transdisciplinary team environmentMandatory RequirementsCurrent Australian Driver's LicenceCurrent Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening (or the ability to obtain these prior to commencement)What We OfferA collaborative, supportive national leadership team that's genuinely invested in your successFlexible work arrangements and a family-friendly cultureAttractive salary package and employee benefitsAccess to the Flare benefits platform with discounts at Woolworths, Coles, JB Hi-Fi, Rebel, Airbnb, Fitness First and many moreEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to confidential psychological support and counsellingA role with real purpose and the capacity to make a lasting impact on people's livesOngoing career development and a genuine commitment to growing our leaders from within
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📌 Team Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 SAL Consulting
📍 New South Wales