In today's world, success is often defined by various metrics – academic achievements, career advancements, financial stability, and societal recognition. However, there's a prevalent misconception that success is reserved for a select few who fit into a particular mould. At Sparta Global, success knows no limits – we embrace neurodiverse people and know how to help them excel in tech.
What is Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term for a variety of neurological differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette’s and more. While these variances may pose distinctive challenges in conventional environments, they also empower people with diverse perspectives and unique ways of thinking.
Neurodivergent individuals may have diagnosed medical conditions, but it's crucial to note that neurodivergence isn't solely tied to medical terminology. Rather, it's a descriptive term used to characterise people without using labels like "normal" or "abnormal." Understanding this is vital because there isn't a universal standard for what a "normal" brain function is.
Why neurodiversity is a superpower in tech
In an industry such as technology where there is a significant skills gap, and employers are on the lookout for innovative talent, the neurodiverse community offers a mass of untapped potential with fresh thinkers who bring unique and powerful perspectives to our industry.
Consider people on the autism spectrum. They are known to have extraordinary cognitive abilities linked to memory, concentration, and analysis – skills most relevant in the digital and tech space. Diverse hiring is not only the right thing to do to promote inclusion – but it is also an intelligent business decision that provides compelling competitive advantages. From this,
companies have begun to proactively rethink their hiring policies and adapted working cultures to be more accommodating. Discover how neurodiverse individuals bring in-demand perspectives to tech here.
Diversity and Inclusivity at Sparta Global
At Sparta Global, we firmly believe that technology talent should be reflective of the diversity in society today. Our commitment to inclusivity isn’t just surface level; it's ingrained into our culture and practices. We provide award-winning technology career opportunities to passionate individuals from diverse communities, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background.
Success at Sparta Global is not confined by preconceived notions or stereotypes. It's about recognising and nurturing individual strengths, regardless of neurodiversity. We understand that diversity fosters innovation and drives organisational excellence and by embracing neurodivergent talent, we enrich our workforce and create a more dynamic and inclusive tech community.
How can employers make their workplaces more neurodiversity friendly?
Small adjustments to an employee’s workspace can accommodate any sensory needs and is a meaningful step towards inclusivity for individuals within the spectrum of neurodiversity. Resources such as allowing the use of fidget toys, quiet break spaces, written instructions for tasks and many more offers valuable insights which helps to guide us to foster an inclusive and informed environment. Click here to learn more.
When Ekaterina (Kat) McNeill began her Psychology studies at University, she wouldn’t have predicted a future working in Data and a successful career kickstart working in the public sector – but that’s exactly what Kat has achieved. In fact, her line manager told us how Kat got to grips with complex code with little to no documentation, worked out how to access data that was previously thought inaccessible, and modelled it through a workflow. Her skills have already made an impact on site and we can’t wait to see what Kat does next…
After initially forging a career in Mechanical Engineering, Bradley Woods found himself searching for an opportunity to change careers and pursue an interest in technology. With a firm determination to find training opportunities in DevOps, Bradley joined the Sparta Academy in early 2023 and quickly secured his first role working in the public sector. Nominated for Spartan of the Month for his “dedication and hard work” that have been “instrumental in the smooth execution of high-profile project”, we spoke to Bradley about his time in tech.
