Attracting and retaining neurodiverse talent

About this event

Move beyond awareness to action—learn how to attract, support and retain neurodiverse talent. Includes branch annual meeting.

Awareness of neurodiversity has grown — but many organisations are still asking: what does meaningful action actually look like?

Following our earlier session on Neurodiversity in Employment, this event takes the next step — focusing on how to attract, support and retain neurodivergent talent in ways that deliver real impact for individuals and organisations alike.

We’re delighted to once again be joined by:

• Tom Cliffe, Founder of Café Track Northampton

• Peter Sanders, Managing Director at Identifi Global

Building on their previous insights, they will share practical strategies and real-world experience to help organisations move from awareness to action.

Designed for HR & People professionals, this session will explore how to turn good intentions into practical, sustainable workplace strategies.

We’ll cover:

• How to attract neurodiverse candidates through more inclusive recruitment approaches

• What drives retention — and how to create environments where people can thrive

• Simple, effective adjustments that make a lasting difference

• Building manager confidence to support neurodivergent colleagues day-to-day

In addition, the session will include the CIPD Northamptonshire Branch Annual Meeting, offering:

• A review of the past year

• Updates on branch activity and future plans

• An opportunity to connect with your local HR community

Whether you’re continuing the conversation or joining for the first time, this event will equip you with practical insight and actionable ideas to take back to your organisation.

Speakers Bio

We’re delighted to welcome Tom Cliffe & Peter Sanders back for Part 2 of our neurodiversity series

Tom is at the forefront of creating real employment opportunities for autistic people — and this session will go even further.

This time, the focus is on what happens after hiring:

• Supporting individuals to succeed

• Creating environments where people stay and thrive

• Turning inclusive intent into everyday practice

A highly respected leader in his field, Peter brings practical, real-world insight into how organisations can move beyond awareness and build truly inclusive hiring and retention strategies.

In this session, expect:

• Practical changes that make an immediate impact

• Leadership insight on inclusive cultures

• Strategies that support long-term retention

Please note:

1. Webinar joining instructions will be sent to you again 1 day before the event, with a further reminder, 30 minutes prior to the event starting.

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4. For security reasons, it is requested that participants join the live session 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time and with the same name as registered on Eventbrite as not doing so may cause a delay or non-admittance to the event.

5. This event may include an external speaker who has prepared their own presentation. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.

6. If you require any reasonable adjustments to enhance your experience, please get in contact with us by responding to this email and we will do our best to accommodate.