Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi
I have been going over and over these questions during a job application I am making online and I need some guidance from anyone who has experience in this please?
I was diagnosed autism 1 year ago and inattentive adhd last month, I’m currently being made redundant so making job applications.
I have not applied for a job since diagnosis so these particular questions have me questioning myself!
1. Do you have a disability as defined by the equality act 2010
2. If you have a disability as defined by the equality act 2010, do you wish to be considered for an Offer Of An Interview
(false declaration will impact your overall application)
many thanks
I would advise to not disclose anything until you pass probation.
Whilst I can see where you'e com,ing from, this poses a couple of issues for me.....
1. I am a very open person, wera my heart on my sleeve, not ashamed of being autistic, etc
2. I would probably need to have reasonable measures in place from day 1 (WFH, reduced hours). You woulodn't be able to request [and expect] adjustments without disclosing.
This is a very pertinent topic for me as I may soon be looking for a job after my employer offered me a mutually agreed parting of ways which includes a not substantial payoff. The reason that they are citing is concerns about my capability to perform my role due to the amount of time I have had to take off sick over teh past 2 years (relating to autism and other health issues).
I, too, am currently job hunting and seem to get no luck whenever I tell them I have autism. I will stop doing that from now on until I get a job and pass probation.
The last job I had in Urban planning extended my probation to 9 months, and I just could not take the long journeys to and from work; mentally draining.
Thank you.