AIM Coordinator – Leeds, Bradford and Craven Autism AIM

Volunteer Centre; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking an organised AIM Coordinator to assist autistic adults in Leeds, Bradford, and Craven. You will provide advocacy, conduct needs assessments, and help coordinate access to essential services. Ideal candidates are passionate about empowering clients and have experience in advocacy roles. The position involves both remote and in-person work, with around eight meetings monthly.

Qualifications

• Experience in advocacy, support, or coordination roles with autistic adults.
• Knowledgeable about barriers faced by autistic adults.
• Ability to manage a varied workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside autistic adults to co-produce and shape the service.
• Complete needs assessments for person-centred support.
• Coordinate referrals to ensure access to the right support.
• Provide direct support to help individuals communicate their needs.

Skills

Empowering autistic adults

Advocacy skills

Collaboration

Organisation

Strong communication

Knowledge of autism

Job description

AIM Coordinator – Leeds, Bradford and Craven Autism AIM

The Advonet Group is seeking an organised and motivated AIM Coordinator to join our Leeds, Bradford and Craven Autism AIM team. This is a rewarding and varied role supporting autistic adults who do not have a learning disability diagnosis and receive little or no funded support.

You will work collaboratively with autistic adults to identify their needs and goals, provide advocacy and coordination support, and link them with services and opportunities across the third and public sectors.

As an AIM Coordinator, you will:

• Work alongside autistic adults to co-produce and shape the service.
• Complete needs assessments to provide person-centred support.
• Coordinate referrals and booking systems to ensure people access the right support.
• Provide direct support to help people communicate their needs and achieve their goals.
• Liaise with partner organisations to deliver joined-up support.
• Collect and analyse data to evidence the impact of the service.
• Promote accessibility, equality, and inclusion in all aspects of your work.
• Maintain accurate and timely records using internal systems.

This role involves both remote and in-person work, with around eight in-person meetings per month across Leeds, Bradford and Craven.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about empowering autistic adults and committed to person-centred and strengths-based practice.
• Experienced in working alongside autistic adults in advocacy, support, or coordination roles.
• Skilled in building relationships and working collaboratively with individuals and partner organisations.
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage a varied workload effectively.
• Knowledgeable about autism, accessibility, and barriers to services faced by autistic adults.
• A strong communicator who can adapt to different needs and communication styles.
• Personal or relational experience of autism.

Knowledge of local services and community resources in Leeds, Bradford, and Craven.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete The Advonet Group Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Survey, which can be found via the links on this page, along with the full Job Description and Person Specification (CVs will not be accepted).

We are a Disability Confident Employer and particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of autism, other disabilities, or from diverse backgrounds.

If you would like more information or an informal chat about this post, please call 0113 244 0606 and ask to speak to Owen Walker