Title: Employment and Training Co-ordinator (Disabilities Charity) 

Contract: Permanent

Monday-Friday with occasional evening and weekend working. 

Full time. Happy to discuss flexible working.

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience

Deadline: Friday 11th February / 12 noon

 We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to support adults with learning disabilities into meaningful training, volunteering and employment so they can achieve their ambitions.

About PiP

PiP stands for Pursuing Independent Paths. We are a charity that empowers adults with learning disabilities and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism to achieve their ambitions, find and use their voice and live a life of their choice.

One of the ways we do that is through supporting our students into meaningful training, work experience, volunteering or employment.  Our new Employment and Training Co-ordinator will be responsible for the design and delivery of this programme of learning and development as well as working with employers and partner to create opportunities.

About you

In this diverse and challenging role, you will be responsible for developing, designing and leading sessions and activities to ensure the provision of high-quality support around Employment and Vocational Training

Our ideal candidate will have experience of working with people with learning disabilities, or a similar vulnerable service user group, along with a strong commitment to taking a person-centred approach to the role.
 

We are looking for somebody who:

• Can see solutions, not problems

• Is a creative thinker

• Is adaptable and resilient

• Is positive, dynamic, upbeat and enthusiastic

Essential experience and knowledge

• Demonstrable track record of supporting adults with learning disabilities or similar vulnerable group into opportunities such as community participation, work, volunteering, training or further education.

• Experience of 1:1 work with vulnerable students such as key working or job coaching

• Experience of delivering employment or training services/projects.

• Co-ordinating projects including supervising/directing people/teams to achieve successful outcomes.

• Strong understanding of and commitment to a person-centred approach to working with people with learning disabilities or similar vulnerable group.

How to apply: 
Go to Quickly Apply button, download our application form and equalities monitoring form, complete them and upload them to submit it. 

Please note we will shortlist and interview as applications are received and reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we find a suitable candidate before the recruitment campaign deadline. For this reason, we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity. 

PiP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.   

Equal Opportunities  

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly applicants who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as people with lived experience of disabilities and individuals from Black and Minority ethnic communities.  
 

 We also conduct blind shortlisting and will be anonymising all applications before shortlisting stage.

Data Protection and Confidentiality  

PiP keeps all personal information confidential and in line with current data protection legislation and GDPR. 

We require no agencies at this stage.  

Working Well Trust is a London based charity, founded almost 30 years ago by a group of passionate mental health professionals.They sought to address the low rates of employment typically experienced by those who have faced mental health issues. The charity supports people to prepare for, seek, sustain, and progress in employment. Since 2019, Working Well Trust has also been providing this support to people affected by learning difficulties and Autism. 

Are you passionate about worker rights and promoting more inclusive workplace environments for people with lived experience of mental health challenges? If so, we have a great role opening - where you can make an important contribution to supporting employees with mental health needs to stay well and in-work.

We are looking to recruit an Employment Retention Specialist for the In-Work Service team which aims to reduce the risk of Tower Hamlets residents falling out of employment on grounds of poor mental health. 

Experience of employment retention support is not essential; it is more important that you share our commitment to supporting people with mental health needs to maintain employment as a key enabler to supporting recovery and good mental health.

Main purpose of the role:

You will be working with a caseload of up to 25 clients using a person-centred and strengths-based approach. As the role also involves supporting employers, so they are better equipped to support staff with mental health needs, the ideal candidate will be comfortable in approaching and building effective relationships with employers and persuading them to use our service. You will take a co-ordinated and collaborative approach to supporting both client and employer (for which training will be provided).

Scope of the role:

• Providing support, guidance and information to assist clients to better navigate and overcome workplace challenges
• Advising clients about their workplace rights including Equality Act application and managing workplace disclosure
• Supporting clients in face-to-face meetings with employers
• Facilitating effective communication between clients and employers
• Providing education and support to employers, covering return-to-work processes, workplace adjustments, workplace causes of poor mental health and how to support staff presenting with poor mental health
• Liaising with key stakeholders including clinicians, line managers, HR professionals, occupational health services, trade union and legal advisers

Part of the role also involves working co-located with a mental health service, maintaining positive and integrated relationships and fostering a holistic approach to recovery through employment

The role is currently a mix of home and on-site working, but community work will be resumed once it is safe to do so for both staff and clients.

If you would like more information about the role, please see the Job Description for contact details.

Benefits

Staff benefits include an employer contribution to a personal or workplace pension equivalent to 6% of gross salary.  30 days annual leave plus paid public holidays.

How to apply

Please click apply to send your CV and cover letter (please add the cover form to the end of your CV when uploading). Candidates need to clearly outline how they meet the person specification criteria in their cover form.

Closing date: Wednesday 9th February (12pm)

An initial short-list will be compiled, and selected candidates will be contacted for a screening interview week commencing 14th February. Formal interviews will be held in the following week.

Working Well Trust is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to equality of opportunity and diversity. We welcome applications regardless of gender, age, marital status, religion or belief, ethnic background, disability or sexual orientation.

A guaranteed interview scheme is available for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for appointment.

This full-time Autism Trainer / Facilitator to work as part of a small team organising and delivering 1:1 and small group training sessions to autistic job-seekers for the Employment Project.

This role is initially to meet the needs of a Wales Council for Voluntary Action funded project that is running until December 2022 however, the role will continue beyond this, supporting other projects and training opportunities that Autistic Minds delivers across South Wales.

Main responsibilities 

1. Manage a caseload of learners to ensure successful and timely completion of their course programme through regular contact, training, support and review of learner progress. 

2. Liaise with learners to arrange appointments, following up learners, providing information and review at one-to-one meetings or workshops and monitoring progress against achievement. 

3. Meet Key Performance Indicators for personal performance as directed by the Delivery Manager 

4. Complete all administrative paperwork to meet funding guidelines and Quality Assurance processes in a timely and accurate manner. 

5. Attend and contribute to meetings, workshops and other training sessions in connection with the post

6. Act as an ambassador for the project and Charity as a whole through contact with learners, employers and other key stakeholders.

7. Offer pastoral support to participants when required, liaising with colleagues to ensure successful resolution of any problems, especially with regard to safeguarding concerns. 

8. Participate in staff development and continuous professional development in line with the post and agreement, following staff appraisal, according to company policy. 

9. Promote equality of opportunity, inclusivity, diversity, respect, and tolerance in line with company policies throughout the company and all its activities 

10. use knowledge and experience to help guide and develop the training programmes so that they continue to exceed the needs of the participants.

11. Any other duties that may be deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the post and company. 

Skills and Requirements of Job Holder

• Knowledge and understanding of autism and neurodiversity.
• Experience working with neurodiverse individuals.
• Experience as a trainer / educator
• Excellent organisational abilities 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Excellent knowledge and experience with a wide range of IT and communication applications
• Full driving licence and access to own transport

Ambitious College is London's first specialist Day College for autistic young people aged 16-25. We believe that every young person attending Ambitious College deserves a fulfilling, happy and rewarding life. Our educational approach focuses on the individual at all times. 

“I find it very satisfying knowing that we are changing the lives of those who are around us and making positive impacts on them” - Employee at Ambitious College

Due to continued growth we are looking for Learning & Behaviour Specialists that will deliver high-quality learning support to autistic young adults to enable them to pursue their ambitions in relation to further education, work and leisure. Learning and Behaviour Specialists support learners' person-centred study programmes in a range of environments.

The day will involve:

We want to invite you to spend the morning on Saturday 5th February getting to know our college, speak to key members of our team and understand how our services work in line with our core values. There will be opportunities for discussions and more informal assessments to understand your values, skills and experience through activities including individual and group tasks.

This is the impact you could have as a Learning and Behaviour Specialist at Ambitious College:

“There isn't anywhere else where my son would be so well looked after with such determination and energy…” - A parent of an Ambitious College learner

"At College, the more I've progressed, the happier I've felt. The college has helped me to develop more strategies in general, testing my social skills and gaining more knowledge before I move on." - An Ambitious College learner

Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with an annual review 
• We are committed to CPD, where you can access a wide range of training and development opportunities support your personal and professionally development 
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Cycle to work scheme up to £5000
• Season ticket loans
• A wide range of wellness programmes both in person and online including: community groups, virtual fitness classes, arts and cooking challenges 
• Employee Assistance Programme, to help you balance your work, family, and personal life
• Access to free of charge physiotherapy

For more information on the role as Learning and Behaviour Specialist please find the recruitment pack attached.

Working pattern: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday.
You will be required to work 41 weeks per year, including two weeks full training in July/August, but will be paid for 52 weeks per year.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Ambitious About Autism's college settings are currently looking for an Assistive Technologist to join the team. Our collage settings provide excellent education for Autistic young people with complex needs. The college aims to enable learners to access further education and to develop skills and knowledge that lead to successful transitions to adulthood where our learners will live, work and contribute to their local communities.

As the Assistive Technologist, you will develop, implement, monitor and enabling assistive technology for our learners. You will provide modelling and training to staff and parents on the full continuum of communication and technology supports. Working as a diagnostic team member you will provide ongoing technical assistance to learners, staff, and parents.

Your role as Assistive Technologist:

• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs for the purpose of developing and implementing assistive technology services.
• Facilitate student communication in social settings across environments through the use of assistive technology.
• Work with learners who qualify for assistive technology support to develop an appropriate individualised learning plan.
• Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports and collect data, providing accurate records and communicating with team members, parents, administration, and charity staff.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the work we do to support autistic young people. In return, we can offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, flexible working, and great wellbeing programs to support staff. You can find a full list of our benefits here

For further details on how you can make a difference and find out what we have to offer, please see our recruitment pack. 

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential call, please contact Stephen Vickers

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Are you an experienced Service Manager with specific experience of leading services for vulnerable communities? This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience managing and developing staff teams to join the leading Autism Charity in the region and make a difference to the lives of autistic people and their families.

The post holder will lead our current services (our regional Information Helpline and all-age community services in Birmingham, Solihull and the Black Country) and actively develop services within the region, by building relationships with funders, commissioners, and stakeholders.

We are currently on a phased return to office-based staff and face to face support in our services with full time staff working office based at least 2 days per week and an expectation that this will increase over the coming months.

Location: Kings Norton

Hours: Full time (37 hours)

Salary: £28,000 to £31,000

What will you get:

- 6.6 weeks annual leave every year

- Free DBS check paid for by Autism West Midlands

- Free Bupa Healthcare cash back scheme

- Employee assistance scheme providing support to you and your family

- Life assurance

- Company Sick Pay Scheme

- Free onsite parking

- Continuous professional development

- Refer a friend scheme – £200 for each referral!

Closing date: 31st January 2022 at 12 pm

Ambitious College is London's first specialist Day College for autistic young people aged 16-25. We believe that every young person attending Ambitious College deserves a fulfilling, happy and rewarding life. Our educational approach focuses on the individual at all times. 

“I find it very satisfying knowing that we are changing the lives of those who are around us and making positive impacts on them” - Employee at Ambitious College

Due to continued growth we are looking for Learning & Behaviour Specialists that will deliver high-quality learning support to autistic young adults to enable them to pursue their ambitions in relation to further education, work and leisure. Learning and Behaviour Specialists support learners' person-centred study programmes in a range of environments.

The day will involve:

We want to invite you to spend the morning on Saturday 5th February getting to know our college, speak to key members of our team and understand how our services work in line with our core values. There will be opportunities for discussions and more informal assessments to understand your values, skills and experience through activities including individual and group tasks.

This is the impact you could have as a Learning and Behaviour Specialist at Ambitious College:

“There isn't anywhere else where my son would be so well looked after with such determination and energy…” - A parent of an Ambitious College learner

"At College, the more I've progressed, the happier I've felt. The college has helped me to develop more strategies in general, testing my social skills and gaining more knowledge before I move on." - An Ambitious College learner

Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with an annual review 
• We are committed to CPD, where you can access a wide range of training and development opportunities support your personal and professionally development 
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Cycle to work scheme up to £5000
• Season ticket loans
• A wide range of wellness programmes both in person and online including: community groups, virtual fitness classes, arts and cooking challenges 
• Employee Assistance Programme, to help you balance your work, family, and personal life
• Access to free of charge physiotherapy
• Free on site-parking

For more information on the role as Learning and Behaviour Specialist please find the recruitment pack attached.

Working pattern: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday.
You will be required to work 41 weeks per year, including two weeks full training in July/August, but will be paid for 52 weeks per year.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Ambitious College is London's first specialist Day College for autistic young people aged 16-25. We believe that every young person attending Ambitious College deserves a fulfilling, happy and rewarding life. Our educational approach focuses on the individual at all times. 

“I find it very satisfying knowing that we are changing the lives of those who are around us and making positive impacts on them” - Employee at Ambitious College

Due to continued growth we are looking for Learning & Behaviour Specialists that will deliver high-quality learning support to autistic young adults to enable them to pursue their ambitions in relation to further education, work and leisure. Learning and Behaviour Specialists support learners' person-centred study programmes in a range of environments.

The day will involve:

We want to invite you to spend the morning on Saturday 5th February getting to know our college, speak to key members of our team and understand how our services work in line with our core values. There will be opportunities for discussions and more informal assessments to understand your values, skills and experience through activities including individual and group tasks.

This is the impact you could have as a Learning and Behaviour Specialist at Ambitious College:

“There isn't anywhere else where my son would be so well looked after with such determination and energy…” - A parent of an Ambitious College learner

"At College, the more I've progressed, the happier I've felt. The college has helped me to develop more strategies in general, testing my social skills and gaining more knowledge before I move on." - An Ambitious College learner

Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with an annual review 
• We are committed to CPD, where you can access a wide range of training and development opportunities support your personal and professionally development 
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Cycle to work scheme up to £5000
• Season ticket loans
• A wide range of wellness programmes both in person and online including: community groups, virtual fitness classes, arts and cooking challenges 
• Employee Assistance Programme, to help you balance your work, family, and personal life
• Access to free of charge physiotherapy

For more information on the role as Learning and Behaviour Specialist please find the recruitment pack attached.

Working pattern: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday.
You will be required to work 41 weeks per year, including two weeks full training in July/August, but will be paid for 52 weeks per year.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

TreeHouse school is an Ofsted 'Outstanding' non-maintained special school, providing support and education to over 95 pupils aged 3-19. Our goal for all our pupils and learners is to ensure that when they leave our setting's they will have the opportunity to access employment, further education, or training and to live as part of the communities of their choice.

“Ambitious about Autism has a fantastic environment where children and young people can explore, where they can play, where they can be themselves.” - Employee at TreeHouse School

Due to continued growth we are looking for Teaching and Behaviour Support that will deliver high-quality teaching support to autistic children and young people to enable them to pursue their ambitions and goals. You will support pupils and learners' person-centred study programmes in a range of activities and environments.

The day will involve:

We want to invite you to spend the morning on Saturday 5th February getting to know our school, speak to key members of our team and understand how our services work in line with our core values. There will be opportunities for discussions and more informal assessments to understand your values, skills and experience through activities including individual and group tasks.

This is the impact you could have as a Teaching and Behaviour Support at TreeHouse School:

“An example of how a specialist school should cater for autistic children and their families. Very compassionate, highly skilled, determined friendly.” - A parent of a TreeHouse School learner

"Parents use words such as ‘wonderful' and ‘amazing' to describe their children's experience at TreeHouse School.." – Ofsted

Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with an annual review 
• We are committed to CPD, where you can access a wide range of training and development opportunities support your personal and professionally development 
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Cycle to work scheme up to £5000
• Season ticket loans
• A wide range of wellness programmes both in person and online including: community groups, virtual fitness classes, arts and cooking challenges 
• Employee Assistance Programme, to help you balance your work, family, and personal life
• Access to free of charge physiotherapy
• Free on-site parking

For more information on the role as Teaching and Behaviour Support please find the recruitment pack attached.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.

Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Ambitious College is London's first specialist Day College for autistic young people aged 16-25. We believe that every young person attending Ambitious College deserves a fulfilling, happy and rewarding life. Our educational approach focuses on the individual at all times. 

“I find it very satisfying knowing that we are changing the lives of those who are around us and making positive impacts on them” - Employee at Ambitious College

Due to continued growth we are looking for Learning & Behaviour Specialists that will deliver high-quality learning support to autistic young adults to enable them to pursue their ambitions in relation to further education, work and leisure. Learning and Behaviour Specialists support learners' person-centred study programmes in a range of environments.

The day will involve:

We want to invite you to spend the morning on Saturday 5th February getting to know our college, speak to key members of our team and understand how our services work in line with our core values. There will be opportunities for discussions and more informal assessments to understand your values, skills and experience through activities including individual and group tasks.

This is the impact you could have as a Learning and Behaviour Specialist at Ambitious College:

“There isn't anywhere else where my son would be so well looked after with such determination and energy…” - A parent of an Ambitious College learner

"At College, the more I've progressed, the happier I've felt. The college has helped me to develop more strategies in general, testing my social skills and gaining more knowledge before I move on." - An Ambitious College learner

Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with an annual review 
• We are committed to CPD, where you can access a wide range of training and development opportunities support your personal and professionally development 
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Cycle to work scheme up to £5000
• Season ticket loans
• A wide range of wellness programmes both in person and online including: community groups, virtual fitness classes, arts and cooking challenges 
• Employee Assistance Programme, to help you balance your work, family, and personal life
• Access to free of charge physiotherapy
• Free on site-parking

For more information on the role as Learning and Behaviour Specialist please find the recruitment pack attached.

Working pattern: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday.
You will be required to work 41 weeks per year, including two weeks full training in July/August, but will be paid for 52 weeks per year.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Who we are:

The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children.

We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work.

We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws.

We have come a long way but it is not good enough. There is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen.

What we can offer you:

• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits (cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan)
• Access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme

Who we are looking for:

Our commercial offer, is vital for our charity to continue to not only train and develop professionals who support autistic people, but also to bring in vital funds to support our wider charitable work.

We have ambitious plans and targets, and we are looking for a brilliant new Business Development Manager to support us to grow our commercial income through high value sales of professional development products which include autism training, consultancy and our Autism Accreditation suite of products.

We are looking for someone to oversee our team to maintain relationships with high-value customers, develop up/cross selling processes and new product ideas, support our responses to high value bids and tenders and grow business in new and existing markets. We are looking for someone able to look at sales and market data and advise our operational teams on new opportunities or proposed changes to our commercial business model.

To view the job description please follow the link to our website.

Where you will be working:

Head office – City Road, London

How to apply:

• To apply for this role please click the Apply button below
• When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Share is a registered charity and a centre for training and wellbeing. We provide a range of programmes helping adults with learning disabilities, autism and other support needs become more happy, healthy, and independent. Our vision is a world where disabled people are fully included in society, living the life they choose, and we need talented people to help us make that happen.

We are looking for a tutor to deliver training sessions for three days a week both at our training centre and out in real-life community settings.

Main responsibilities

•  You’ll deliver engaging, creative, and interactive sessions that help people grow in confidence and have more choice and control over their lives.

•  You’ll work closely with students to assess individual needs and provide personalised development plans to help them work towards their learning goals.

•  You’ll evaluate your sessions, providing regular feedback and reviews on student progress and wellbeing.

About you

•  You’ve previously worked in a social care environment providing services that help adults with learning disabilities and autism live fulfilling lives.

•  You have experience facilitating interactive sessions that help people better understand how to take control of their own health and wellbeing.

•  You’re empathetic, and you really understand how to motivate people so that they engage and learn. 

•  Most importantly, you share our strong commitment to the inclusion of disabled people in society, and you believe in equality for all.

For a full job description and person specification, please visit our website.

Why work for us?

Share is committed to empowering disabled people. You’ll make a difference every day, helping people to live as independently as possible.

Our values drive us forward. They provide the framework for everything we do, including who we hire. We believe everyone has something to offer others, and we build on people's individual talents, interests, and abilities. We think happy employees are successful employees.

We won employer of the year at the Wandsworth Business Awards in 2019 and we hold gold Investors in People accreditation. This means we truly understand the value of people: we focus on what people can do, not what holds them back. And we have robust policies in place so that every single person working at Share takes ownership for making our programmes come to life.

We’ve been praised for our thorough induction process and supportive working environment where everyone has a voice and is valued. You’ll be surrounded by people who support you, challenge you, and inspire you.

How to apply

We positively welcome applications from all parts of the community and from people with diverse cultural backgrounds and lived experience. 

To apply, please click 'Apply Now' where you'll be redirected to our website.

Would you like to play a key part within a growing Charity focusing on making a difference to families with children with Autistic Spectrum Condition and/or ADHD, in your local area?

Are you passionate about and enjoy fundraising? Do you have experience of fundraising in a previous role?

If the answer is yes to the above then this role is for you!

Angels Support Group Hitchin is a parent led voluntary organisation and Registered Charity set up in North Hertfordshire to support parents and carers of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and/or Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). We offer a range of services for parents including regular support groups and one-to-one support as well as holiday activities for their children.

We are recruiting a Fundraising and Marketing Manager to join our team. This role will play a key part in the strategic planning of the fundraising for the charity to ensure long term sustainability. Specific responsibilities will include meeting income targets from a range of sources such as community events, business donations, trust applications, online shopping; researching new grant opportunities, developing community fundraising and working as part of a team on larger grant applications.

If you have experience of fundraising, have good communication skills and can work on your own initiative as well as part of a team then please get in touch.

Hours: 18 hours per week. Working hours are flexible – some time can be working from home – can be worked over 3 or 4 days. May include some evening and weekend events.

A full driving licence and use of a car that you can drive for business purposes are essential for this role.

The deadline for applications to be received is Friday 11th February 2022.

Who we are:

The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children.

We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work.

We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws.

We have come a long way but it is not good enough. There is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen.

What we can offer you:

• Pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits (cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan)
• Access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme

Who we are looking for:

Our commercial offer, is vital for our charity to continue to not only train and develop professionals who support autistic people, but also to bring in vital funds to support our wider charitable work. 

We have ambitious plans and targets, and we are looking for a brilliant new Bid Writer and Project Officer to support us to grow our commercial income by responding to public sector tender opportunities for training, consultancy, accreditation and other services we can deliver in the health, education and social care and sectors as well as local and national governments. 

We are looking for an outstanding bid writer – a real specialist who knows exactly how to write winning responses. This person will follow through to ensure contracts are awarded and delivered on in time and to budget. 

Our most successful bids and tenders have come in partnership with other like-minded organisation and so our Bid Writer and Project Officer will develop and manage partnerships so that together, we stand ready to respond to bids that will transform the lives of autistic people and their families. 

This is a permanent position.

To view the job description click here.

Where you will be working:

We are flexible on the working location and will be happy to consider the following; London, Glasgow or Barnsley office or home based or hybrid.

How to apply:

• To apply for this role please click the Apply button below
• When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer.