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Job Interviews - Specifically Disclosing your autism

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Evening everyone,

Wondering what your opinions are on this, I just started today a software engineering course in order to start a career with something I'm actually good at and comfortable doing.

My only previous work experience I've had is working for my mums recruitment company for 3 years which ended being disastrous for my mental health. It DOES NOT suit autistic people being a recruiter and doing sales, I do want to be self sufficient as well without working for my mum but that's besides the point.

This company I'm doing this course through help you find a job once you've completed the course and I wanted to know what some of the older more experienced people in the forum that have had a few different jobs in their lives have done when it comes to disclosing your autism during the recruitment process with whoever you've worked for.

Thank you.

O

  • Personally id suggest doing the interview, then if succesdful on receiving an offer, when you accept the job and durijg the onboarding process its then you should disclose any limitations you have. they are then legally obliged to make acceptable adjustments to help you.

    If at this stage they decide its an issue, you have much more leverage should you need to esclate the issue.

    Try to keep records of your comms. Email is a good source to refer back to later.

    But best of luck anyway. Ive worked with plenty of developers on the spectrum, so you will be amongst friends

  • in reply to Plastic

    Thank you that seems like a good idea I did tell the person who helped me with getting this all set up for me that I'm autistic but I know it's not the same but maybe as and when I get the part of finding a job it might be on my profile as they work with companies who I think recruit a lot of there junior staff from the graduate pool that come out of this course so we'll see just over thinking a bit probably

  • I wouldn't mention it at interview stage unless you think it would be an advantage.      Treat an interview as a truth-finding exercise - comparing what is said about the job in comparison to what the advert says.       They are often miles apart.

    If you get a second interview, I always ask to see the work area and meet the potential supervisor - you can get a good feel if you are signing up for a nightmare.

    Good luck with your course!  Smiley

  • Hi, I've not been in the same situation as you, and my circumstances greatly differ also. I actually told my manager today about my diagnosis. 

    I'm sure there are others here that can offer their experiences, to better help you. Enjoy your course!