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Autism in the workplace

Learn about autism in the workplace, the value of supporting employees with autism and ways to create inclusive workplaces where employees can thrive.

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What employers can do

Supporting autistic people in the workplace means having structure, understanding and flexibility.

Here are some things you can do in your workplace:

Provide clear instructions, priorities and expectations

Clear, precise communication helps reduce uncertainty.

Neurodivergence Wales have resources including:

Find out more about communication in the workplace.

Allowing flexible work styles and reasonable adjustments

Adjust work patterns, environments, tools or processes to meet individual needs.

Find out more about flexible working.

Visit the National Autistic Society website for information about reasonable adjustments.

Minimise environmental distractions where possible

Consider offering employees quieter workspaces or noise‑reducing headphones.

Recognise and use strengths

Autistic employees may have strengths like creativity, attention to detail and problem solving that could benefit your workplace.

Offer coaching or mentoring

Consider setting up a buddying or mentoring scheme in your workplace to support employees.

Promote awareness and share resources

Share resources in your workplace to promote awareness of autism.

Page last reviewed: 28th May 2026