Facilitator Opportunities Bradford & Halifax
Part-time and Full-time (up to 35 hours per week)
Pay:
- Facilitator: £13.13 per hour (when facilitating workshops)
- Skills Mentor: £12.71 per hour (when providing Skills Mentor support outside of workshop delivery)
Make a difference every day.
At Specialist Autism Services, we believe autistic adults should have the opportunity to lead fulfilling, independent and meaningful lives. We provide specialist autism support across Yorkshire, helping people build confidence, develop new skills, access employment, form friendships and become active members of their communities.
We're looking for enthusiastic, creative and motivated people to join our team as Facilitators. Whether you're looking for a part-time opportunity or a full-time role (35 hours per week), we'd love to hear from people who share our passion for supporting autistic adults to achieve positive outcomes.
As a Facilitator, you'll lead structured workshops designed to develop independence, confidence and wellbeing. When you're not facilitating workshops, you'll work alongside our Members as a Skills Mentor, providing person-centred support across our services.
Current Workshop OpportunitiesCommunity Access (Maternity Cover)
Bradford – Fridays
Support autistic adults to build confidence within their local communities while developing practical life skills such as planning journeys, budgeting, time management and independent travel. Members explore new places, activities and interests whilst learning how to stay safe and become more independent within their community.
Thrive for Life (Maternity Cover)
Bradford – Thursdays
Help Members develop the practical, emotional and social skills needed to live independently and confidently. Topics include understanding strengths and needs, managing everyday responsibilities, emotional wellbeing, healthy relationships, boundaries, online safety and community safety.
Mixed Up Media (Permanent)
Bradford – Tuesdays
A unique hybrid workshop where Members attend both in person and online via Zoom.
This creative and interactive group brings together gaming and media enthusiasts to discuss current topics, develop digital skills, review games and technology, produce podcasts and work collaboratively on creative projects. Members develop confidence, communication skills, emotional regulation, teamwork and assertiveness whilst exploring a variety of media platforms and equipment.
Calderdale Neurodivergent Hub (Permanent)
Halifax – Wednesday (Half Day)
Facilitate a welcoming, Member-led peer support group for autistic and neurodivergent adults living in Calderdale. The Hub provides information, guidance and opportunities for Members to share experiences, develop coping strategies and build meaningful connections. Members shape the programme through quarterly planning sessions, ensuring the Hub reflects what matters most to those who attend.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience supporting autistic adults or people with additional needs.
- Is passionate about promoting independence and person-centred support.
- Can confidently facilitate groups and engage a wide range of individuals.
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Is creative, enthusiastic and able to adapt sessions to meet individual needs.
- Enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
- Shares our values of respect, inclusion and empowerment.
Experience within education, health and social care, employment support, youth work, community development or group facilitation would be advantageous, although full specialist autism training will be provided.
Why Join Specialist Autism Services?
You'll become part of an experienced and supportive organisation that has been providing specialist autism services for over 25 years. We are committed to helping autistic adults achieve the outcomes that matter to them, whilst investing in the development of our staff.
We offer:
- Specialist autism training and ongoing professional development.
- A supportive and experienced team.
- Opportunities to develop and deliver innovative workshops.
- The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with the people we support.
- A rewarding career where no two days are the same.
Apply
To apply, please submit an application form, which can be found at www.specialistautismservices.org/careers
Pay: £12.71-£13.13 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
