Support for autistic jobseekers

Below is a list of organisations that can help you if you're autistic and looking for work.

Your local Jobcentre Plus

Jobcentre plus has trained and experienced staff, including Disability Employment Advisors (DEAs) that can:

  • help you find work that's suitable for you
  • advise you on benefits
  • provide help and support if you cannot work
  • provide information on other work initiatives

To find out what's available to you, contact your local job centre.

The National Autistic Society

The National Autistic Society provides a variety of work programmes, training and resources for autistic jobseekers.

You can find a guide to seeking work on the National Autistic Society website.

E-learning module

The National Autistic Society has an e-learning module to help you:

  • understand your own strengths and abilities
  • choose a role
  • create a CV and apply for work
  • prepare for interviews
  • start work and learn about reasonable adjustments

You can sign up to the e-learning module on the National Autistic Society website.

Pure Innovations

Pure Innovations aims to create equal work opportunities for people with learning disabilities, neurodiversity and mental health problems.

They can provide personalised training, with regular check-in sessions to make you feel confident every step of the way.

Pure Innovations can help you to:

  • find a job coach
  • find out more about supported internships
  • enquire about work placements and support

To find out more, visit the Pure Innovations website.

The British Association for Supported Employment (BASE)

BASE’s member organisations can give you advice, and help you through the process of looking for and gaining a job.

Visit the BASE website to search for an organisation or service close to you.

Working well

WorkWell

WorkWell is a free, UK government funded initiative designed to support individuals with health conditions or disabilities, whether a mental health or physical health concern.

Our friendly and experienced WorkWell team will help you stay in work or return to work if you’ve had to give up your job due to a health condition. This includes self-employed workers.

We offer:

  • a personal assessment to understand the best support for your needs
  • tailored plans to address your physical and mental wellbeing
  • access to local health services, wellbeing activities, and community support
  • careers advice and guidance to help you progress in your current job or explore new opportunities
  • tailored support from a dedicated Work and Health Coach

Watch our video to find out more about how WorkWell may be able to support you:

Greater Manchester Working Well: Individual Placement and Support in Primary Care

This service is for those experiencing or at risk of long-term unemployment due to a health condition.

It's particularly suitable for those who need more intensive support than WorkWell can provide.

Greater Manchester Working Well provides support in finding or sustaining employment through:

  • reasonable adjustments
  • access to occupation health services
  • skills development
  • any other necessary assistance

To find out more, visit the Greater Manchester Working Well website.

SKylight

The SKylight team can give you advice and guidance on getting back into work, as well as supporting you with:

  • job searching
  • gaining work experience
  • identifying an apprenticeship
  • accessing training or work placements

Visit the SKylight website to complete an employment support form.

Entitled To

Entitled To have a benefits calculatorto help you find out what you might be able to claim.