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Will a diagnosis effect my job application?

Adam

I was hoping someone might be able to offer me some advice. I am about to start a new chapter of my life and i am thinking about doing a teaching course in the hopes of becoming a primary school teacher. I am a self diagnosed high functioning autistic and i want to arrange an appointment with my doctor and start the process of getting my diagnosis. I have no idea if getting my diagnosis would have any influence when i am ready to apply for the job. I am not sure if a medical check is something that would be done and if it was and my autism was on record that it would make it difficult or impossible to become a teacher.

I would really appreciate any guidance, advice or just thoughts on this.

Thank you so much for your help guys.

Adam

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  • I'm about to find this out next week for a post with the NHS. There are autistic teachers on here so I'd guess the answer is no, and you would be able to have reasonable adjustments, even if you only wanted them for interviews.

    I'm also currently self-diagnosed. Initial assessment is today! 

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  • I'm about to find this out next week for a post with the NHS. There are autistic teachers on here so I'd guess the answer is no, and you would be able to have reasonable adjustments, even if you only wanted them for interviews.

    I'm also currently self-diagnosed. Initial assessment is today! 

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