About the role
Autism In Mind is looking for a compassionate and skilled person to work as part of the Enhanced Primary Care Team, to provide psychoeducation and practical coping strategies to adults who do not have a diagnosis of autism or ADHD but are demonstrating traits often associated with them.
This is a new role under a new contract and as such you will join the service at a very exciting time during which you will support the Director of Operations in setting up the service and the associated support provisions for the future.
This is a varied role which includes:
- Implementing a structured programme of support
- Completing initial assessments with adults to identify functional support needs and their willingness to engage in the programme.
- Facilitating a 5-week psycho-educational course to clients as part of a planned 8-week intervention
- 1:1 sessions with clients to develop a personal needs plan
- Providing a structured written summary of individual need for GPs
- Identifying physical and health needs and coordinating with the Enhanced Primary Care MDT to ensure needs are addressed appropriately, with onward referrals made where support falls outside the scope of primary care services.
- Recording and processing client data and AIM interactions in the NHS-owned EMIS online system
- Keeping accurate records and managing your own caseload and that of your direct report
About you
You’ll bring empathy, excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and a genuine commitment to supporting adult clients who demonstrate ADHD or autistic traits.
You’ll need:
- NHS Experience in multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience in delivering training and/or support in group settings
- An ability to identify vulnerabilities and understand reasonable adjustment needs
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team
- IT literacy (Microsoft Office and CRM systems).
You may have:
- Lived experience of neurodiversity, whether professionally or in your private life
- Knowledge of recording interventions in EMIS Online
- A driving licence
What we offer
- Hybrid working (home and community-based).
- Supportive, neuro-affirming team environment.
- Daytime hours (no weekends or Bank Holidays).
How to apply
Apply through Indeed with a resume of your career and skills demonstrated to date with a covering letter explaining what you can bring to AIM and to this role.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Expected start date: June/July 2026
Pay: £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in South Tyneside
