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HO14 Apprentice Business Administrator (External Training)

We have a fantastic apprenticeship opportunity for someone who is looking to learn about the autism field and hone their business administration skills within our charity's external training department. Apply today, as these apprenticeships are very popular!
The Captain Tom 100 Challenge

Friday 30 April would have been Captain Tom’s 101st birthday. To honour him and his amazing achievements, The Captain Tom Foundation are asking people of all ages and abilities to take part in the Captain Tom 100 Challenge.
5k May

5k May is a month-long fundraiser open to all charities. It encourages people to participate in 5k, donate £5 and nominate 5 others to do the same.
E348 Awake Night Support Worker

We are seeking a professional and caring support worker for an Awake Night role at one of our residential settings just outside of Colchester. Do you have what it takes to enhance the lives of the people we support?

Emotions are high as families are reunited

Our Adult Services team has worked extremely hard to ensure everyone in our care has been protected as much as possible by putting new procedures in place, whilst finding new ways to keep our service users in contact with their families and reduce isolation.
A unique and simple opportunity for local businesses to support the community

Autism Anglia is looking for businesses in the local area (Colchester and surrounding) to support a brand new initiative that will help autistic adults to prepare for work.
Mum’s praise for ‘lifeline’ charity in lockdown

“Without them we would have been severely impacted and it’s through this lockdown that I have realised even more, how much they understand my daughter.”
Autism Anglia represented at Neurodiversity Round Table event

Welfare Rights Manager for Autism Anglia joined Robert Buckland MP for South Swindon, Lord Chancellor & Secretary of State for Justice at a Neurodiversity Round Table event.
Jack Jumping For Joy At Top Outstanding Achiever Award

Jack Greer of Doucecroft School in Colchester has been named Panathlon’s Jack Petchey Foundation ‘Outstanding Achiever of the Year’ for overcoming huge challenges to succeed inside and outside the sporting arena.
Research: autism and employment

The subject for our virtual conference this year will be focusing on employment. Please let us know your experiences of employment or preparing for employment.
Autism Anglia's Clare Hanney named Community Champion

Autism Anglia's very own Clare Hanney makes the papers this week as Community Champion
How Co-op members can support autistic people in Norfolk

The Co-op has chosen the Autism Anglia Norfolk Opportunities Centre as one of the charities to benefit from the Co-op local community fund. To help them raise vital funds, members can select the Norfolk Opportunities Centre as their chosen charity.
Thanking our Wonderful Staff

We are always incredibly proud of the commitment our staff show in supporting the autistic children and adults in our care but never more so than during this pandemic...
Local charity changing the lives of people with autism across the world

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.

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...
What is an Autism Alert Card?

Autism Anglia offers a credit card sized Autism Alert Card as a way of boosting confidence and giving peace of mind if encountering emergency situations... PLEASE NOTE that due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, there may be a delay in processing Autism Alert Card applications. Apply for an alert card...
Signs of Autism

Although every individual on the autism spectrum has different needs and displays different symptoms, there are signs that you can look out for if you think that you or someone you know might have autism... Find out more about autism...
Getting a Diagnosis

The pathways to getting an assessment for autism vary greatly between areas so this page will provide you with guidance on how the process may look when you start. Find out more about getting a diagnosis...
Norfolk

We are aware of the following support groups running in the Norfolk 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.
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

Donate Now

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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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

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

Doucecroft School Outdoor Play Park

Help us to provide an amazing space for the students at Doucecroft School where they can play, learn and form friendships. Read more

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