Preparation for Employment Strategies
1. Writing a CV
Some advice from BBC Bitesize on writing a great CV.
For further reading click here.
2. Filling in an application form
Employers use the job applications they receive to select which people fulfil the necessary criteria for a job and who should be interviewed.
Application forms can be handwritten or typed on the computer. It is best to ask someone else to check over your application form in case you have made any mistakes.
3. Organising work experience
Work experience is a valuable opportunity which will help you gain an understanding of the world of work and what is involved in a job whether that be in an office, shop, museum or hairdressers.
4. Interview skills
Interviews can be a daunting experience. It is best to think of what questions you could be asked and practice answering those questions with someone you trust.
This factsheet from Skillswise (BBC) explains what questions you could be asked at an interview.
5. How to be a good employee
The two-links provided give tips on how to perform to the best of your ability in the workplace. It is important to remember that we need a work life balance otherwise we will get worn out.
6. Time keeping:
Just like going to school it is important to be on time for work. Give yourself plenty of time to get to work to avoid getting flustered.
Read more on the concept of time.
7. How to speak to your employer/ colleagues/ members of the public
The way we converse with different people in the work place varies. We may have banter with our colleagues but not necessarily our Line Manager, unless we know them well. If you have contact with the general public it is important to be professional at all times.
8. Lunch time/ The Staffroom
Each workplace is different – some may have a staff room and others may have a canteen. Many people consider lunchtime a social time to unwind and have a chat with their colleagues.
See the section about formal and informal socialising:
- Employment Autism
- ASIAM (See section on socialising)
9. General advice for adults with autism to gain greater independence
Advice for employers:
- Working with an autistic employee
- Employing people with autism: a guide for employers
- Example of visual support systems which can be provided for employees
- Photocopier
- Cleaning Task (pictured below)
