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The Autism Passport, that is available free of charge from the Autism Anglia website has been extremely well received in the Autistic community and has been used in many situations including court settings, police stations, job centres and much more.

Therapeutic Services

The Therapy Team at Doucecroft, which includes Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy, work closely with school staff, adopting a holistic approach to working with the students.

Current Vacancies

Autism Anglia provides all staff with ongoing training and supervision, continuing professional development and support as well as an extensive induction on commencement of employment... Click here for current vacancies...
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Signs of Autism

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Norfolk

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Current Staff Vacancies

Details of all current staff vacancies
Doucecroft School

Doucecroft School in Colchester is an autism-specific day and residential school for children aged 3-19 years. Learn more...
Suffolk

We are aware of the following support groups running in the Suffolk area. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are aware of a support group not listed below with details. Autism Anglia is not responsible for the content on any of these sites.
Adult Services Overview

Adult Services offer specialist support to adults aged 18 onwards within our Residential Services, Supported Living, Outreach Programme and Opportunity Centres in Essex and Norfolk... Learn more...
Funds & Grants

Caring for someone with autism can become expensive. For children and adults needing specialist care, the costs can quickly spiral, from having to buy special sensory equipment and toys, to paying for higher utility bills. This can put a strain on your financial situation, so it is worth finding out if you are eligible for any funding or grants either through charitable organisations or the government...

Autism Passport

Our new Autism Passport has been produced for autistic individuals and can be used in a variety of situations, e.g. court settings, police stations, Job Centres... Get Your Copy... Read more

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Your donation to Autism Anglia will help us to continue improving the lives of people with autism in this region Read more

Sleep-in Room Upgrades

We want to upgrade the sleep-in rooms in our adult Residential and Supported Living Houses to provide a better experience for the staff on duty in the houses. Read more

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E288 - Support Workers - Full & Part Time, Colchester & Peldon Area

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-established charity. Autism Anglia provides ongoing training and supervision, qualifications and continuing professional development in addition to an extensive induction on commencement of employment. This role is varied, and every day is different, so being adaptable is an important quality. Why not test your skills and personality with this rewarding role? Read more

N228 - Weekend Support Workers in Dereham & Norwich

We are looking for individuals to support our services at the weekends and can offer flexibility to accommodate shifts across weekdays and evenings to ensure you get the working pattern to suit you and your commitments. Read more

N229 - Support Workers - Full & Part Time in Dereham & Norwich

This role is varied, and every day is different, so being adaptable is an important quality. Our priority is our commitment and passion to enable the best opportunities for the people we support, encouraging independence and promoting choice. We focus on the person and supporting them to live their best life. Read more

HO3 - Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Autism Anglia are seeking to appoint a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to provide a broad range of PBS services to adults with autism, many of whom also have learning disabilities and /or mental health conditions. Read more

D210 - Lead Clinical Psychologist

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Clinical Psychologist to join our friendly Multi-Disciplinary Team. Read more

N242 Adult Services Norfolk Cook

One of our residences in Dereham, Norfolk are in need of a fabulous cook! If you have a passion for food and have a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, would like to work creatively in an environment which promotes independence, combined with part time hours, you’ve found your perfect role! Read more

E329 - Team Leader, Peldon, Colchester

We are looking for an experienced, professional and flexible Team Leader for one of our residences in Colchester. This is a varied, rewarding and fulfilling role, with supportive and friendly colleagues, who all work to achieve the best experiences for our residents. Read more

D212 Learning Support Assistant Bank Staff

Doucecroft School in Colchester are looking to recruit a number of bank staff to be available at short notice to work as Learning Support Assistants, in the event of LSA staff absence. Hours are likely to be part time and dependant on the position that is needing to be filled at that time. Read more

D215 Learning Support Assistant

Doucecroft School are seeking an LSA to join their friendly and professional team to support our unique and wonderful students. Be part of our supportive school environment and make a real difference to the students that we support! Read more