Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of neurodivergent young adults?
This could be the opportunity youโve been looking for! ๐
At The Donaldson Trust, we believe every neurodivergent young adult deserves the chance to thrive, discover their place in the world and shape a future that works for them.
Our Adults Services provide specialist, neurodiversity-informed support that empowers young adults to grow their independence, confidence and wellbeing.
Weโre looking for a Wellbeing Practitioner to join our team in Treehouse โ our specialist wellbeing service for neurodivergent adults aged 16+ who require an individualised programme and bespoke environment to support and improve their wellbeing, skills development and independence.
As a Wellbeing Practitioner, youโll provide calm, individualised support that is responsive to each supported personโs sensory profile. Youโll have proven experience supporting adults with individualised needs and hold (or be willing to work towards) SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Healthcare.
If youโre professional, dependable, collaborative, curious and adaptable โ and you have experience supporting adults with individualised needs โ weโd love to hear from you.
๐ Head to our website for more details, link in bio.
โฐ Closing Date: Monday 28th September 2026
โ๏ธPlease note: Given the nature of this role, we are keen to recruit as soon as possible. Therefore, please apply early, as we will hold interviews throughout the application window and may bring the closing date forward.
Along with other learning disability and neurodivergence organisations, we have signed a joint statement concerning the @scotgovโs decision to drop the Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence (LDAN) Bill.
The decision not to progress this legislation is a massive setback, leaving our communities feeling frustrated, disappointed and without a clear strategic direction for the future.
As outlined in our collective statement, too many people continue to face significant challenges in accessing the services and support on which they rely.
Without this Bill, Scotland is left without a national plan to address these systemic injustices.
We stand ready to work constructively with the Scottish Government, parliamentarians, and partners across all sectors, but the ambitions that underpinned this Bill must not be lost.
Read the full collective statement and our call for action on our website. ๐ Head to the link in bio and go to `News & Views`.
@autisticsocietyscotland @scottishautism @pamis_scotland @dsscotland @scldnews Scottish ADHD Coalition
#Policy #ScottishGovernment #ProgrammeForGovernment #Neurodivergence #LDANBill
We are dismayed by the Scottish Governmentโs abandoning of their long-promised Learning Disabilities, Autism, and Neurodivergence Bill.
Neurodivergent people have been left feeling hurt, angry, and disillusioned โ especially after having dedicated years of time and energy to make it the success we know it could, and should, be.
In 2021, the Scottish Government promised significant positive change through this Bill; change that would have improved outcomes and peopleโs experiences in health, justice, care, education and employment. Many worked alongside the Scottish Government over five years, sharing their views and often reliving traumatic experiences in the knowledge that changes were coming.
In line with Scottish Government priorities, we support public sector reform that serves Scotlandโs most marginalised communities; reform that delivers a lasting shift to meaningful, well-resourced support and a pro-active, preventative approach. However, the actions in the Programme for Government do little to lessen the frustration that people feel in this moment.
For example, mandatory training, inclusive communications, and statutory strategies on neurodivergence โ key pillars of the now abandoned Bill โ are absent from that government agenda. There is clearly no national plan to remedy the systemic injustices neurodivergent people and families will continue to face.
Individualsโ lives continue to be put on hold as they face significant waits for supports and diagnoses; children and young people continue to miss out on education and autistic un/under-employment persists as a result of a lack of neuro-inclusion in the workplace.
We stand ready to work alongside parliamentarians and partners across all sectors to ensure the ambitions that underpinned this Bill are not lost. We look now to this new @scotgov and the First Minister (@john_swinney_snp) to show leadership and prioritise the change that neurodivergent people and families seek.
#Policy #ScottishGovernment #ProgrammeForGovernment #Neurodivergence
Tomorrow, Glasgow hosts the inaugural National Neurodiversity Show in Scotland at Hampden Park, and our Policy Lead, Stephen Caulfield, and Head of Connect, Louise Storie, will be there!
As the National Body for Neurodiversity, we are eager to engage with the community, connect with organisations across Scotland and join vital conversations shaping policy, advice and direct support.
We hope to see you there! ๐
Looking to make a real difference in a role that fits around your schedule?
If you`re passionate about cooking and helping every young person thrive, this might be the perfect fit for you!
Weโre on the lookout for a GTCS-Registered Home Economics Tutor to join us at the Sensational Learning Centre in Linlithgow.
You`ll be working on a 1:1 and small group basis, tailoring practical learning to inspire and empower pupils with additional support needs.
Here is what you need to know:
โข 6.5 hours per week (Monday or Tuesday)
โข Self-employed basis
โข Full GTCS registration in Home Economics & PVG Scheme membership required
Ready to take the next step? Check out the details and apply today, link in our bio. ๐
โฐ Closing Date: Friday 25th September 2026
Last Friday, our colleagues attended the @pacittijones Masquerade Ball in Glasgow!
Weโre deeply grateful to Pacitti Jones for kindly choosing to fundraise for us during the evening. Keep an eye out for more information on this later in the week! ๐
Of course, a special night called for truly special accessories. To ensure our team was completely ready for the occasion, the talented pupils in our Sensational Learning Centre got to work hand-crafting custom masks for everyone. ๐ญ
They poured so much creativity and effort into every detail, making sure our colleagues had the absolute best masks in the room! They did a stellar job, and we couldn`t have been prouder to show off their amazing artwork. ๐
Progress isn`t always marked by giant leaps. More often, it lives in everyday victories. ๐
At Treehouse, our home-style environment gives neurodivergent young adults a calm, supportive space to learn and grow at their own pace.
Recently, weโve had a strong focus on daily living activities, with supported individuals taking the lead on household tasks like cooking and cleaning alongside our Wellbeing Practitioners.
The impact of this approach speaks for itself:
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Stronger steps towards independent living
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A heightened sense of responsibility and genuine pride in daily achievements
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Boosted confidence to navigate day-to-day life autonomously.
When neurodivergent young adults are supported in a low-arousal, bespoke environment tailored to their needs, daily routines turn into stepping stones toward life-changing goals.
Interested in learning more about Treehouse?
๐ Clink the link in our bio and head to our website to find out more.
Starting higher education is a major milestone, and transitioning into university life can come with unique challenges for many neurodivergent students. ๐
With the new university term just around the corner, students will soon be starting fresh routines, navigating busy environments and a whole new set of expectations.
@gracejeanblog, an Advisory Board member at Donaldson`s and an autistic university student herself, shares her personal top tips for making the transition to uni life a success. ๐
Drawing directly from her lived experience, she covers everything from navigating the uni social life to managing sensory burnout.
Whether you`re a neurodivergent student yourself, a parent supporting a young adult or a professional in higher education, Grace`s story offers a grounded, honest and reassuring perspective. ๐
Read Grace`s full blog post on our website. Click the link in our bio and head to News and Views.
