Ambitious About Autism Employer Awareness Session

Ambitious About Autism Employer Awareness Session

We would like to invite you to attend autism awareness sessions, delivered by Ambitious about Autism and the National Autistic Society, in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions.

Attendees will gain an awareness of autism and some practical steps organisations can take to become more autism inclusive organisations.

Suggested attendance would be Managers / HR / Diversity and Inclusion colleagues who are able to influence an employers working practices and recruitment.

Please note this is a 2 hour time commitment as individuals should attend both dates and register using both links below.

We are looking forward to the sessions and hope your organisation can attend.

Session 1 of 2 Ambitious About Autism Employer Awareness Session

Details

Tue, 10 Sept
14:00 – 15:00 BST
Online

In partnership with DWP, Justin Penney, a Training Consultant from Ambitious About Autism will present an Introduction to Autism covering:-

  • Terminology
  • What is autism / neurodiversity?
  • Challenges in the workplace
  • Talents and skill sets
  • Intersectionality
  • FILM: Lived experience
  • Practical tips and signposting
  • The Autism Covenant
  • Services available from Ambitious About Autism

Please register for both session 1 and session 2.

We look forward to having you attend the event!

Sign up here

Session 2 of 2 National Autistic Society Employer Awareness Session

Details

Tue, 17 Sept
14:00 – 15:00 BST
Online

In partnership with DWP, Leo Capella form the National Autistic Society will present Practical Autism Awareness covering:-

  • Identifying suitable roles, team stability, supportive line manager practices, working environment, flexible working options.
  • Adaptations to the recruitment process autism friendly job adverts and interview and assessment processes.
  • Job interviews.
  • Reasonable adjustments / in work support.
  • Advice and support for line managers.
  • Services available from the National Autistic Society.

Please register for both session 1 and session 2.

We look forward to having you attend the event!

Sign up here