Employment support can include:
- Finding out what you need support with so that you can get a job
- Understanding job adverts
- Filling in application forms
- Writing cover letters and CVs
- Preparing for interviews
- Getting ready to start a job.
H&F Works
If you are a Disabled young person, H&F Works can arrange additional support for you.
You can contact them at hf.works@lbhf.gov.uk or call 020 8753 1800.
The Supported internships programme
The Supported internships programme supports young people 18-24 with moderate learning disabilities (MLD) and an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan to gain skills, knowledge and attitudes in preparation for paid employment through training and direct work experience.
Employment Services – Action On Disability
Employment Services – Action On Disability (aod.org.uk) works with young disabled people through supported internships that AOD have a partnership with to secure employment for the graduates. See applications on colleges websites to find out more.
Shaw Trust
Shaw Trust (Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities) can help disable young people aged 18 and over. The Shaw Trust is a free, voluntary service and helps to find meaningful employment. You need to be living in the borough and not in work. To apply please complete the referral form on the website or contact 0808 134 6215 or scfepathways@shaw-trust.org.uk
NHS SEND supported internship
If you are interested in career opportunities within the NHS, see NHS SEND supported internship, work experience and volunteering opportunities to learn more or contact Laura Pagoria at Shaw Trust to discuss a referral to the programme Laura.Pagoria@shaw-trust.org.uk
University of West London - Ealing Mencap
The University of West London - Ealing Mencap is a supported internship programme. It will give you hands-on experience in a variety of support departments at the University and the workplace skills and confidence to help you find a paid job. Ealing Mencap provides job coaches and works with West London College to provide this 1-year employment program. H&F residents can apply for this programme. Contact steve.poole@ealingmencap.org.uk
Jobcentre
You can access help to get a job by speaking to a work coach at your local Jobcentre. Find your nearest office - GOV.UK.
Learn more About Disability Employment Advisors (jobcentreguide.co.uk)
Mencap easy read guides
Resources for people with learning disabilities to help you find work.
Finding Work - Learning Disability Easy Read Guides | Mencap
The Association of Disabled Professionals
The Association of Disabled Professionals aims to provide networking opportunities and share good practice for self-employed disabled people and those setting up their own businesses.
Remploy
Remploy is the UK's leading specialist employment service for people with disabilities
British Association for Supported Employment (BASE)
British Association for Supported Employment is the national voice for providers of specialist employment support. BASE promote the principles and delivery of high quality supported employment services and work to improve the employment rates of disabled people.