Autism Jobs in Yorkshire

A guide to finding autism jobs Yorkshire. If you have ASD and are looking to find an employment or volunteering role, there are some inclusive employers in Yorkshire that may be open to offering you a job regardless of any conditions or learning disabilities.

Working in Yorkshire

Yorkshire is a large area with a lot of towns and cities offering potential vacancies for Autistic people. The region is well known for its agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing sectors.

Yorkshire offers good transport links, with a number of motorways and railway networks running through the region, and some reliable bus services to the bigger cities.

If you’re thinking of moving to Yorkshire to take up an Autism job, there are plenty of things to consider. The cost of living in Yorkshire vary greatly depending on which town or city you choose to move to.

Popular Jobs for Autistic People

What sort of roles might be suitable for autistic people in Yorkshire? There are many options and organisations that support autistic people, and you should not limit yourself, but some popular roles include:

• Agricultural jobs, such as working on a farm
• Customer service roles
• Retail work, especially in supermarkets or department stores
• IT and engineering jobs
• Data entry roles
• Working with animals
• Manufacturing roles
• Working within the research industry
• Accountancy

A lot of autistic people require additional support. Under UK law, their rights are protected and provision should be made within the workplace for anyone living with ASD.

Finding a role that you are passionate about is crucial, as well as a job that doesn’t necessarily trigger any anxiety that you may also suffer from as a result. As is the case with everyone, it is crucial that you find a job that suits your skills and personality.

Working With Autistic People

Autism jobs in Yorkshire can also refer to support work and other roles that involve working with those on the autistic spectrum. Autism support jobs in Yorkshire are available in a number of towns and cities, including Leeds Autism Services. There is also a National Autistic Society branch in Yorkshire.

Finding Autism Jobs

You will find a number of roles from inclusive employers here on our jobs board. These employers have a record of employing people with disabilities and are open to employing neurodivergent people for their roles. Finding an employer who understands the condition can help you to settle into a new position.