As an Autism Employment Consultant, you’ll be key in ensuring individuals with autism are supported into paid employment. Working directly with employers to create job opportunities for individuals with autism, you will provide support throughout the employment journey, from providing awareness training to employers to direct support within a work setting. You’ll support each individual in their employment journey and break down the barriers that present along the way.
This is a great time to join ECL as we continue our transformational Inclusive Employment service that provides a journey of support to our customers.
About You
To be considered for the role of Autism Employment Consultant, you need:
* A full and valid UK driving licence with own vehicle to travel
* Experience of directly supporting adults with autism
* The ability to network and build effective relationships
* The ability to work and succeed in a target driven environment
* Exceptional and adaptable communication skills
* The ability to plan, prioritise and problem solve with minimal support
* A proactive, flexible, and adaptable approach to work
* Supported Employment Diploma Level 3 or Equivalent (desirable)
What we can offer you as an Autism Employment Consultant:
* 45p paid per mile tax‑free
* Up to 32 days annual leave a year (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Fully paid induction and training with ongoing support
* Career development opportunities with access to paid for qualifications
* Annual salary reviews
* Annual performance‑related bonus
* Enhanced DBS and renewals paid for by ECL
* Company pension – Enhanced contributory NEST scheme – we contribute up to 6%
* Healthcare support scheme via Healthshield paid for by ECL
* Employee Loyalty Scheme with long service awards
* Employee referral programme – £350 for referring a friend
* Access to Blue Light Card
* Mental health first aiders in every service
* Reimbursement of professional membership related to your role
ECL reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on application numbers.
We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.
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