SEND Employment Forum

Our SEND Employment Forum has been set up to support the growth in the number of young people who are participating in Supported Internships across North Somerset.

Finding and sustaining employment can sometimes be difficult for people with autism or learning disabilities. However, there is strong evidence that Supported Employment is an effective approach in helping individuals to secure and sustain employment.

North Somerset Council and our partners are committed to working together to help increase the employment rate of young people and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.

The purpose of the Employer Forum is to:

• Bring together local employers and partners
• Raise awareness of the range of training and support available to employers
• Increase the number of employment opportunities to benefit young people and adults with learning disabilities and/or autism
• Share examples of good practice in relation to recruiting
• Support the retaining of young people and/or adults with learning difficulties and autism in paid employment.

We invite you to join us for an important discussion on Supported Internships in North Somerset. This event is designed for like-minded employers interested in opening doors and inclusive recruitment strategies, particularly for young people aged 16-24 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or those with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP).

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, 22nd January 2025
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Format: Online Meeting – more details to follow

At this event, we will explore how Supported Internships can benefit your business by shaping job roles to fit both your business needs and the needs of the young person.

Learn how you can:

• Save on recruitment costs.
• Improve your long-term hiring prospects by employing interns.
• Build the knowledge and confidence in employing individuals with additional needs.

This event is designed for like-minded employers interested in opening doors and inclusive recruitment strategies, particularly for young people aged 16-24 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or those with an Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP).

We hope you can join us for this insightful session to enhance your recruitment strategy and make a lasting impact in your community with the support of North Somerset Council. Please register your interest by completing the below expression of interest form or contact Jayne.Griffiths@North-Somerset.gov.uk

Find out more about The Power of Supported Internships.