Meet Samuel
One of our autistic Different Thinkers.
Experienced professional with a background in administration, employment support, careers guidance, customer service, and autism support across the public, charity, healthcare, and cultural sectors.
Autistic employees may demonstrate strengths such as:
attention to detail
accuracy
reliability
honesty
deep focus
persistence
pattern recognition
innovative problem-solving
evidence-based decision making
Interested in working with Samuel?
Skills
Stakeholder & Administrative co-ordination.
Level 6 Career Guidance and Development.
Public Engagement.
Data & Case Management with specific systems.
Event Coordination & Outreach.
Demonstrating initiative and improving existing processes to support my colleagues and the workplace.
Work Experience
Sycamore Trust — Staff Worker (Part-Time) April 2019 – Present
Delivering structured life-skills sessions for autistic young people, covering wellbeing, communication, and independent living.
Collaborate with staff to design new session content and develop future programmes.
Ensure safeguarding, inclusion, and health and safety standards are consistently maintained
Provide engaging activities that promote confidence, teamwork, and social development.
Insolvency Service — Administration Officer, November 2024 – October 2025
Provided administrative support for bankruptcy and liquidation cases as part of a dedicated team.
Recording and distribution of actions taken on the case including the remittance of funds and proof of debts.
Managed case workflows and prioritised actions to ensure timely completion.
Liaised with solicitors, creditors, and members of the public by phone, email, and in person.
Facilitated the release of assets for creditor distribution and maintained accurate case records.
Shaw Trust — Employment Advisor, June – November 2024
Supported SEND clients and vulnerable adults to achieve sustainable employment, training, or education.
Delivered tailored action plans and tracked client progress using specialist software.
Administrative recording of emails/phone calls/ and engagement onto the relevant databases.
Built relationships with local organisations, including colleges and support services, through outreach initiatives.
Faith Action: Lifeline Projects — Project Administrator, January – April 2024
Recorded and maintained project data and documentation daily.
Managed social media communications and event listings on the organisation’s platform.
Oversaw supplies and finances for the Creative English programme and liaised with external partners.
Vaccination U.K. — Office Administrator, September – December 2023
Coordinated vaccination bookings and data entry using the Riviam system, coordinated with NHS.
Communicated with schools and parents to schedule clinics and ensure data accuracy.
Supported on-site staff to manage vaccination records efficiently.
London Borough of Waltham Forest – 16–17 Participation Service — Level 6 Apprentice Careers Adviser, September 2021 – September 2023
Delivered personal careers guidance to young people, supporting them into education, training, or employment.
Managed NEET and 'Not Known' caseloads, providing targeted interventions and outreach.
Designed and evaluated employability sessions and workshops in schools and community settings.
Recorded data and tracked outcomes using CCIS and local authority systems.
Sycamore Trust — Support Worker (Autism Support)
September 2020 – September 2021
Provided one-to-one mentoring for a client with autism and additional needs.
Assisted with practical life skills and documented progress for review meetings.
Artisan People at the British Museum — Visitor Services Assistant, October 2017 – September 2020
Delivered excellent customer service to visitors and supported gallery safety at the British Museum.
Responded to public enquiries and ensured smooth visitor experience.
London Transport Museum — Volunteer Family Tour Guide
August 2015 – September 2017
Delivered interactive 45-minute tours of the Acton Depot collection.
Shared transport history with visitors in an engaging and accessible way.
Education
University of East London – BA (Hons) History – Second Class, Upper Division (September 2014 – June 2017)
Havering Sixth Form College – A Levels: History (C), Government & Politics (D), English Literature (D) (September 2012 – August 2014)
Hall Mead School – GCSEs: English Literature (B), History (B), Maths (C), English Language (C), Science (C), Geography (C) (September 2007 – August 2012)