Specialisterne Northern Ireland

08/10/2026

26/08/2026

After the success of our Digital Academy last year, we have another new Academy supported by the James Kane Foundation. This one starts in October but we are signing up participants from today. Open to new participants as well as people who have already used our services. If you want to find out more, please email Maggie or send us a message.

19/08/2026

📣Paid work placements available with Danske Bank - open to anyone with a long term health condition, disability or who is neurodivergent (no diagnosis necessary). These are a fantastic opportunity to get some experience and boost your employability and confidence.

NOTE: The closing date for these is Wednesday 26th August 2026 so please email as soon as possible if you are interested or want more information.

12/08/2026

Neurodivergent and looking to improve your employability? Interested in developing digital skills? Here at Specialisterne NI, we've teamed up with Version 1 to create a new academy which will be starting soon. Email us for more information or to sign up.

06/08/2026

⭐NEW PROGRAMME ALERT!⭐
We will soon be starting a new programme in association with Version 1 - it's open to all neurodivergent adults in Northern Ireland. Email to express your interest or for more information.

Specialisterne NI is a social enterprise that is part of the international Specialisterne network which works to support 1 million autistic people to start out on or develop careers.

11/07/2026

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Neurodiversity Consultant to join our team in supporting neurodivergent people, as they connect and learn from each other and start out on and progress in careers. Full-time and part-time considered.
For more details: https://www.communityni.org/job/senior-neurodiversity-consultants

Specialisterne NI is a social enterprise that is part of the international Specialisterne network which works to support 1 million autistic people to start out on or develop careers.

10/07/2026

We're excited to share that our In This Together Summer Programme for adults starts soon! Whether you're looking to develop your employability skills, explore your neurodivergent identity, or simply connect with others in a welcoming environment, there will be something for everyone. This free programme is open to new and existing participants and you don't have to have a diagnosis - self-identifying neurodivergent people (autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, OCD and Tourette's) are very welcome!

To sign up or get more information, email [email protected]

In This Together is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

10/07/2026

Just to let you know that our offices will be closed next week.

09/07/2026

Are you 16-18 and neurodivergent? Want to start work but not sure where to start? We are running a free week long course in August that could be just what you need!

You'll get support writing your CV, looking for jobs and learning about interview techniques and reasonable adjustments. You'll also get to meet other neurodivergent people and take part in fun activities.

In This Together (ITT) supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

Places are limited so email [email protected] today to find out more or to book your spot.

08/07/2026

Another award for the Career Boost Programme that we co-designed with Queen's University Belfast!