Braintree District Council held its Spectrum Works Jobs and Wellbeing Fair on Tuesday 15 July, at Causeway House in Braintree, from 10am to 1pm.
Braintree District Council held its Spectrum Works Jobs and Wellbeing Fair on Tuesday 15 July, at Causeway House in Braintree, from 10am to 1pm.
The event featured 18 stalls from a wide range of organisations offering job roles, employment and training advice for people with both diagnosed and non-diagnosed neurodiversity. Neurodivergent conditions include Autism/Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)/Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)/ Variable Attention Stimulus Trait (VAST), Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia and Tourette’s Syndrome (TS) as well as many other conditions.
The job fair welcomed 140 attendees, all enthusiastic to seek new career paths and guidance on their next steps. The event created a space for informal networking, allowing attendees to build connections with employers and peers.
The event was free to attend, with no booking required and attracted a strong turnout from the local community.
Reflecting on the event, Cllr Justin Wrench, Chairman of Braintree District Council, said: “The event was a powerful reminder of how much talent exists in our community and the importance of creating workplaces where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. I was particularly impressed by the range of opportunities on offer and the dedication of those working to break down barriers to employment.”