MI5, MI6 and GCHQ job opportunities

When work becomes demanding, most of us rely on small adjustments – changing how we work, when we take breaks, or the tools we use. But what happens when you need something more tailored, or when those needs change over time?

Across MI5, MI6 and GCHQ, many colleagues balance disabilities, neurodivergence or long‑term health conditions alongside meaningful, impactful work. Support often begins during the recruitment process through reasonable adjustments, and continues once you’re in your role too.

Importantly, that support isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s personalised, shaped around you, and reviewed regularly to make sure it continues to work – enabling you to perform at your best as your needs evolve.

Sam joined us as an Admin Assistant and went on to build a career across several roles. Like many colleagues, she received  an adult diagnosis while already in post.

“I didn’t join with a diagnosis. As I started to understand what I needed to work at my best, I felt supported to have those conversations.”

For Sam, support developed over time through open discussions, specialist advice and regular review – working out what would help, trying it, and adapting as things changed.

“Having the right support in place gave me both confidence in my work and confidence to progress.”

That confidence helped Sam apply for promotion, join affinity networks and drive positive changes for others – including applicants and new starters.

Across the UK’s Intelligence Services, supporting different ways of working and valuing people as individuals is how we create an environment where everyone can contribute fully.

From assistive technology and workplace adjustments to inclusive ways of working and colleague‑led networks, our focus is on ongoing, personalised support throughout your career.

If you’re curious about working somewhere where trust, inclusion and support are part of everyday working life, you can find out more about our culture on our websites:

·     GCHQ: https://www.gchq-careers.co.uk/life-at-gchq.html

·     MI5: https://www.mi5.gov.uk/careers/working-at-mi5

·     MI6: https://www.sis.gov.uk/working-at-mi6/

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