Welcome to Work:
Neuroinclusive Hiring Pledge
Fairer hiring. Inclusive workplaces. Unlocking talent.
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At Welcome Brain Consulting, we believe that hiring processes should work for everyone. Too often, traditional recruitment methods unintentionally exclude neurodivergent talent—overly complex job descriptions, rigid selection criteria, and interview formats that fail to showcase true ability.
That’s why we’ve created Welcome to Work, a simple yet powerful neuroinclusive hiring pledge designed to help organisations take meaningful steps towards inclusive recruitment.
This isn’t about making grand commitments without action. It’s a practical, evidence-based initiative that provides real solutions, backed by free expert resources, to help businesses create fairer, more accessible hiring processes.
Why Neuroinclusive Hiring Matters
The numbers speak for themselves:
Up to 20% of the workforce is neurodivergent, yet hiring processes often exclude them.
Only 22% of adults with autism in the UK are in full-time employment, despite many having sought-after skills.
Neurodivergent candidates are significantly more likely to drop out of a hiring process due to accessibility challenges.
This isn’t just about fairness—it’s about unlocking a massive, underutilised talent pool. Research shows that diverse teams perform better, are 30% more productive, and 35% more innovative.
By committing to Welcome to Work, your organisation will lead the way in building a workplace where all minds are valued.
What the Pledge Involves
We understand that every organisation is at a different stage in their inclusion journey. That’s why Welcome to Work focuses on three core hiring principles that have the biggest impact on neurodivergent candidates:
1. Job Postings
✔ Use clear, accessible language that focuses on essential skills.
✔ Clearly state your commitment to neuroinclusion and adjustments, encouraging applicants to request the support they need.
2. Candidate Selection
✔ Use bias-free recruitment tools that evaluate candidates fairly.
✔ Avoid discriminatory assessment methods that may unintentionally exclude neurodivergent talent.
3. Interviews
✔ Share interview questions in advance to help candidates prepare.
✔ Offer a flexible interview format that accommodates different communication and processing styles.
What You’ll Receive
Signing the Welcome to Work pledge is completely free, and you’ll gain access to a comprehensive set of resources to help you take action.
Your Free Welcome to Work Resource Pack Includes:
✔ The Welcome to Work Pledge Badge – Share it on your website and social media.
✔ A Practical Guide to Neuroinclusive Hiring – Step-by-step guidance for making hiring processes more accessible.
✔ Checklist for Neuroinclusive Hiring – A simple, actionable checklist aligned with the pledge commitments.
✔ Self-Assessment Guide – A tool to help you evaluate your hiring practices.
✔ Employer FAQs – Answers to common questions about neuroinclusive hiring.
✔ Sample Job Posting Template – An easy-to-use template for neuroinclusive job adverts.
✔ Language Guide for Job Postings – Tips for writing clear, accessible, and inclusive job descriptions.
✔ Interview Best Practice Guide – Strategies for making interviews fair and accessible.
✔ Guidance on Alternative Selection Criteria – How to evaluate candidates beyond CVs and traditional interviews.
These resources remove the guesswork and make it easy to implement real changes, regardless of your organisation’s size or budget.
Be Part of a Neuroinclusive Future
Signing the Welcome to Work pledge isn’t just about making a statement—it’s about taking action. Small changes can lead to major impacts, ensuring that talented neurodivergent individuals have a fair chance to thrive in your organisation.
Join us in leading the change. Sign the pledge today and take a step towards more inclusive, accessible hiring.