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Neurodiversity Employment Survey – Focus on Autism
This survey aims to gather feedback on employment issues from individuals who are autistic, whether diagnosed or self-identifying. The information gathered will be used to support an ongoing commitment to enhance the support and services available to autistic people, including those with other neurodivergent conditions. By participating in the survey you will help us to identify what is working well, any gaps in support and help us to learn more about people's experiences and preparation for work. The results will be used to further develop partnership working and priorities under the all-age autism strategy.
Please note: We have used the acronym ND for short in some of the questions rather than the full term neurodiversity.
About you.....
The next questions are more personal and are about you. You do not have to complete this section if you don’t want to (all questions are optional). We do not use this information to identify individuals but to make sure people of all different characteristics have been engaged in the survey and that the feedback we have is representative.
1.
Do you consider yourself neurodiverse?
Yes
No
2.
If yes, are you....
Diagnosed
Self-diagnosed
3.
Which best describes your neurodiversity.... (you may select multiple options)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
ADHD
Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
Dyscalculia
Dysgraphia
Tourette’s Syndrome
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)
Sensory Processing Differences
Learning Difficulties
Other
Prefer not to say
4.
Are you...
Male
Female
Non-binary
Prefer to self-describe
Prefer not to say
5.
Which age group are you?
15 and under
16-19
20-29
30-44
45-59
60-84
85+
Prefer not to say
6.
Which of the below best describes what you are doing in terms of work or training?
Employee
Self employed
Looking after the home or family
Long term sick or disabled
Retired
Full time student
Part time student
Work experience
Apprenticeship
Unemployed
Prefer not to say
7.
Are you receiving help from an Employment Support service?
Yes, currently receiving support
Yes, not receiving support
No
8.
If you receive employment support, please describe the service name and type of support below.
9.
What type of employment falls within your area of interest? (Select all that apply)
Not applicable
Real estate
Retail and wholesale
Manufacturing
Finance and insurance
Professional and technical
Health and social care
Construction
Education
IT and communications
Business admin and support
Public sector and defence
Transport and storage
Accommodation and food
Utilities
Other services
Arts and recreation
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining
10.
Which is your nearest market town in Shropshire?
Bishops Castle
Bridgnorth
Broseley
Church Stretton
Cleobury Mortimer
Clun
Craven Arms
Ellesmere
Ludlow
Market Drayton
Much Wenlock
Oswestry
Shifnal
Shrewsbury
Wem
Whitchurch
Prefer not to say
Other (please specify)
11.
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
No qualifications
Skills for life (entry level)
CGSE, O Level or equivalent
A levels, AS level, National Diploma
ONC/ national Level BTEC
Higher national certificate
Higher national diploma
Degree or equivalent
Above degree level (Masters, Doctorate)
Other
Prefer not to say
