Coffee Club – This group is aimed at autistic adults aged 26+ it meets online once a month, and we hope to be able hold some face to face meetings soon. We do different activities each month and this may be having a quiz or chatting about a specific topic we would ideally like volunteers aged 26+ for this group What you will be doing At virtual groups, the sessions take place on Microsoft Teams - Monitoring the chat box and responding to questions/queries posted there - Reading aloud comments members have posted in the chat box (as required) - Keeping the conversation to the topic being discussed - Supporting the group leaders in running the group smoothly - Helping to organise and plan activities for the group e.g quizzes etc We can let you know more about the different groups and discuss which group you could volunteer with when we have an informal chat with you when you have received your application form. The skills you need: - Understanding of autism (we provide training) - Empathy and understanding - Open-minded and willing to learn - Good communication and Interpersonal skills - An ability to volunteer in a group setting, using initiative and common sense - Reliable, consistent, dependable and trustworthy - A broad range of interests would be an advantage but not essential You will need access to a computer/tablet, a good internet connection and a quiet space away from others in the household All volunteers will need to provide 2 reference and the roles require a PVG check What's in it for you - Improve support to autistic individuals in your local area - Access free training and learn new skills - Meet new people - A great opportunity to add to your CV

NAS Café – this group is for autistic young people age 16 to 24 it meets online once a month and we aim to gain the views of our members and if face to face meetings are important to them then make these events happen whilst being user led. What you will be doing At virtual groups, the sessions take place on Microsoft Teams - Monitoring the chat box and responding to questions/queries posted there - Reading aloud comments members have posted in the chat box (as required) - Keeping the conversation to the topic being discussed - Supporting the group leaders in running the group smoothly - Helping to organise and plan activities for the group e.g quizzes etc At Face to Face Meetings, attending the social group - Supporting individuals to build their self-coping strategies and promote their self-management - Giving all members of the group the opportunity to talk and interact if they wish to - Help support self-confidence, self-esteem and self-worth of people at the group - Building up positive relationships with people at the groups and other volunteers Keeping in touch with the group leader and notifying if you are unable to attend We can let you know more about the different groups and discuss which group you could volunteer with when we have an informal chat with you when you have received your application form. The skills you need: - Understanding of autism (we provide training) - Empathy and understanding - Open-minded and willing to learn - Good communication and Interpersonal skills - An ability to volunteer in a group setting, using initiative and common sense - Reliable, consistent, dependable and trustworthy - A broad range of interests would be an advantage but not essential You will need access to a computer/tablet, a good internet connection and a quiet space away from others in the household All volunteers will need to provide 2 reference and the roles require a PVG check What's in it for you - Improve support to autistic individuals in your local area - Access free training and learn new skills - Meet new people - A great opportunity to add to your CV

Social Navigation Programme – this group meets for up to 2 hours every week with a rolling 15-week programme. Social Navigation is designed to support autistic young people aged 12-18 years it runs for 15 sessions with fun activity pack's sent out every week to support with social navigation. This programme is designed to support autistic young people to navigate the social world while building existing skills. Social navigation provides you with the opportunity to become more confident, make new connections, grow their skills and have fun! What you will be doing At virtual groups, the sessions take place on Microsoft Teams - Monitoring the chat box and responding to questions/queries posted there - Reading aloud comments members have posted in the chat box (as required) - Keeping the conversation to the topic being discussed - Supporting the group leaders in running the group smoothly - Helping to organise and plan activities for the group e.g quizzes etc At Face to Face Meetings, attending the social group - Supporting individuals to build their self-coping strategies and promote their self-management - Giving all members of the group the opportunity to talk and interact if they wish to - Help support self-confidence, self-esteem and self-worth of people at the group - Building up positive relationships with people at the groups and other volunteers Keeping in touch with the group leader and notifying if you are unable to attend We can let you know more about the different groups and discuss which group you could volunteer with when we have an informal chat with you when you have received your application form. The skills you need: - Understanding of autism (we provide training) - Empathy and understanding - Open-minded and willing to learn - Good communication and Interpersonal skills - An ability to volunteer in a group setting, using initiative and common sense - Reliable, consistent, dependable and trustworthy - A broad range of interests would be an advantage but not essential You will need access to a computer/tablet, a good internet connection and a quiet space away from others in the household All volunteers will need to provide 2 reference and the roles require a PVG check What's in it for you - Improve support to autistic individuals in your local area - Access free training and learn new skills - Meet new people - A great opportunity to add to your CV