Policy and Parliamentary Officer
We support people to understand their diagnosis and how this may impact on their life and the lives of those around them. Our residential services provide accommodation and support for autistic adults 52 weeks a year, 24 hours a day in urban and rural settings. We also provide supported living services for autistic adults who need extra help to live in their own homes or within our accommodation, whether as tenants or owner occupiers, living alone, or with others.
We have come a long way but there is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen.
The National Autistic Society is here to transform lives, challenge perceptions and build a society that works for autistic people.
Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do: https://www.autism.org.uk/
Who we are looking for:
Do you have experience working shaping policy and working with Government to change people’s lives? Are you looking for an opportunity to lead a specific area of influencing as part of a passionate and effective team?
As Policy and Parliamentary Officer, you will play a pivotal role in the National Autistic Society’s work to tackle inequality for autistic people:
- You will be supported to develop your expertise to be our charity’s lead on your portfolio.
- You will be trusted and empowered to influence in a way that makes the most difference with and for autistic people.
- You will be encouraged to think creatively about how we gather and use evidence from autistic people and their families.
- You will be given opportunities to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- You will be influencing the government and politicians to improve mental health support for autistic people.
The Policy and Campaigns (PAC) Team is part of the National Autistic Society’s Influencing and Research Department. The PAC Team has years of experience creating change at a local and national level. From campaigns to create Autism Act and changing the law on mental health, to improving autism and insight into autistic people’s needs across Government, the PAC Team has a proud history of success and an ambitious vision for the future. By joining the PAC Team, you will join us on our journey with autistic people and their families to create a society that works for them.
To view the job description please click here.
Where you will be working:
Hybrid - London Weston House, EC2A 3NH
Needs to be able to attend events/meetings in Westminster, often and at short notice. The frequency of these meetings varies but the post holder needs to be able to attend as often as weekly. There’s a monthly team meeting in London office.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please click the Apply button below.
When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.
For more information about this job please contact: Joey Nettleton-Burrows, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Joey.Nettleton-Burrows@nas.org.uk
Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people.
The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
