Policy and Public Affairs Officer

6 months ago


Glasgow, United Kingdom The National Autistic Society Full time

**Who we are**:
The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children.

We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work.

We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws.

We have come a long way but it is not good enough. There is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen.

**What we can offer you**:

- Auto-enrolled pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
- Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits (cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, shopping discounts etc)
- Healthcare Cash Plan & Life Assurance
- A portfolio of salary sacrifice and other flexible benefits at reduced costs
- Access to a 24-hour employee assistance programme & an Headspace App

**Who we are looking for**:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team in Scotland as a Policy and Public Affairs Officer. This can be a home-based role but will require regular travel to the National Autistic Society Scotland’s office in Glasgow and the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.

The Policy and Public Affairs Officer will work to influence government policy and create positive change for autistic people and their families.

Full-Time Permanent, 35 Hour per week, Hybrid role travelling to our Glasgow/Edinburgh site once a week.

To view the job description please click here

**Where you will be working**:
Hybrid - Glasgow/Edinburgh Sites

**How to apply**:

- When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.
- Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism._
- The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks._
- We are an equal opportunities employer._



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