Lead Project Worker

The National Autistic Society; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Autistic Society seeks a Lead Project Worker to facilitate social groups for Autistic Women. This role involves creating and delivering engaging presentations while providing a safe space for developing confidence and connections among participants. Join a committed team dedicated to transforming the lives of autistic individuals.

Benefits

Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent induction and training programme

Online staff discount scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance at 2 x base salary

Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

Free access to Headspace App

Qualifications

• Experience in project management or similar roles.
• Ability to create presentations and facilitate discussions.
• Understanding of autism and its impact on various individuals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver monthly face-to-face and virtual social groups for Autistic Women.
• Create PowerPoint presentations on various topics.
• Support Autistic Adults to have a voice and build connections.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Empathy

Job description

Who we are:

Since 1962 the National Autistic Society has been campaigning to transform lives, change attitudes and create a society that works for autistic people.

In National Programmes we champion the rights and interests of autistic people and their families, making sure national policy and legislation to reflect their needs.

We provide autism training and best practice services and want all autistic people to have access to services and support that fully meet their needs.

We provide diagnostic services, training, accreditation, consultancy and conferences, designed to support all professionals and organisations.

Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do:https://www.autism.org.uk/

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Who we are looking for:

We are looking for a Lead Project Worker to deliver a monthly face to face and virtual social group for Autistic Women.

This involves creating monthly PowerPoint presentation on various topics.
Support Autistic Adults to have a voice and raise awareness.
To provide a safe space for individuals to develop their confidence and build connections with others.

To view the job description please clickhere

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What we can offer you:

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• 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 such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple and loads more!

• Healthcare Cash Plan

• Life Assurance at 2 x base salary

• A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices benefits and other flexible benefits private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension & salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply)

• Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme

• Free access to the Headspace App – a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family for free!
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

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Where you will be working:

14 High Street, Godalming, GU7 1ED

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About our application process:

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.

For more information about this job please contact - Gemma Fry -Resource Centre Manager [e-mail]

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For some roles, successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.

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. INDNPCS