We know that applying for a job can get a little overwhelming. By letting us know at the application stage that you are autistic we can make sure that  the adjustments you need are made if you are invited to an interview.

There are several ways to let us know you are autistic during the recruitment process.

When applying for a job:

• on your application form or covering letter (these are seen by the recruiting manager as part of the shortlisting process)
• on your equal opportunities form (this is only seen by HR not the recruiting manager)
• via a conversation with the HR contact for the role you’re applying for (our HR team is split by geographical region so please state where in the country the role you are applying for is when getting in touch)

Before a job interview or assessment day:

• send an email to the recruiting manager or the HR employee who is arranging the interview for you.
• prior to the interview you should receive information about the interview, including details about where the interview is being held and who is going to be on the panel.
• for middle and senior management roles at our charity at least one autistic employee will be part of the interview panel, however they may not identify themselves to you until you are appointed to the role.
• During an assessment day for roles in our adult residential services or centres there will be scheduled time for service users to interact with the candidates as part of the assessment process

Before starting work: 

• email the HR employee who has been co-ordinating your start date
• email the recruiting manager - this person will normally be your new line manager.

On your first day:

• talk to your line manager during your induction
• speak to your local HR advisor during your HR induction