The Autism Trust UK

Last updated: 05/10/2023

The Autism Trust provides an ASD friendly, real working environment, fostering independence and building work skills for individuals aged 16 years and older, with autism. This can be achieved through work experience or where applicable participation in the ASDAN Employability programme.

Who to contact

Contact Name
Mo Wilson
Contact Position
The Autism Trust - General Manager
Telephone
01276 63578
E-mail
info@theautismtrust.org.uk
Website
https://www.theautismtrust.org.uk
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/TheAutismTrust
Twitter
https://twitter.com/TheAutismTrust

Where to go

Name
Polly's Place
Address
12a - 18a
Princess Way
Camberley
Surrey
Postcode
GU15 3SP
Notes

There is a public car park directly opposite Polly's Place and Camberley railway station and bus stops are situated close by.

Time / Date Details

When is it on
Open Wednesday to Friday from 9.30am until 15.30pm, throughout the year.
Time of day
Afternoon
Morning
Lunchtime
Session Information
Half days available where applicable.

Other Details

Costs

Details
The charges are dependent on the service requested and the hours undertaken. Costs are available upon application and can be either, self funded, parent funded, or local authority funded. Please complete an Interest Form for more details.

Availability

Age Ranges
16-18
18-25
Referral required
Yes
Referral Details

The Autism Trust deliver 'bespoke training' according to the needs of the individual, this means we do not have restrictions on levels of ability. A referral can be provided by the individual themselves, the parent, or the local authority. During the Induction process, if 1:1 support is deemed necessary, we recommend that you provide one that is already known to the person with autism, however if you wish one to be provided by us, this must be discussed and time allocated for the Trust to employ someone before training can start.

Other notes

The Autism Trust is a small charity which provides an ASD friendly, real working environment, fostering independence and building work skills for individuals aged 16 years and older, with autism. This is achieved through either work experience sessions, or as appropriate, by the ASDAN (Award Scheme Development and Accreditation Network) Employability programme https://www.asdan.org.uk/courses/qualifications/employability. Our bespoke training, delivery and environment provides young adults with autism, the opportunity to learn retail, office, manufacturing, photography, social media, hospitality and housekeeping skills. This teaching takes place at the charity training centre and ‘Polly’s Place’, which is a shop and art gallery, selling handcrafted gifts.

Inclusion Information

Dietary Needs

Has Provision
No

Quality checks

  • DBS check

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