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Untapped Talent A Presentation by Mark Lever & Wande Showunmi
Have you ever wanted to employ people with the following skills?
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail• High levels of concentration• Reliability and loyalty• Technical ability and specialist skills and interests
such as in IT• Detailed factual knowledge and an excellent memory• Retention• Resourceful
What is Autism?
Some people on the spectrum have difficulties in the following areas:
1. Social interaction: difficulty establishing relationships, not reciprocating socially
or emotionally or appearing indifferent.
2. Social communication:
difficulty with verbal and non-verbal communication, including facial expressions and tone of voice.
3. Social imagination:
difficulty with flexibility of thought, affecting sequencing, organising, planning ahead and thinking in abstract ways.
Firework company director IT assistant at train station .
Retail assistantArtist/IllustratorJournalistBookshop assistant
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LibrarianGardenerFloristTraffic wardenSchool science technicianCinema assistant
Business analystData analystIT supportSoftware testerVisual merchandiser
Music studio technician
Costume designerCommunity support officerTheatre usher
The range of jobs someone with autism might undertake
Additional benefits to the organisation as a whole:
The disability confident business will attract and deliver:• The right people• Higher productivity, reduced costs• Innovative products• Outstanding customer relationships,
satisfaction & retention• Stronger stakeholder relationships
& reputation
What are employer’s experiences?
Guidance For Managers
The Recruitment & Interview Process
• The job advert• Possible Particular Difficulties• Before the interview• Tips for the interview• Are there alternatives to the traditional interview?• Inviting a supporter to accompany the person• Two-way placement evaluation
Working with someone with autism
• Before the first day• Getting started• The working environment• Provide sensitive but direct feedback• Regularly review performance• Help other staff to be more aware• Provide reassurance in stressful situations
Any Questions