Workstep

Workstep is a government supported employment programme designed specifically for people who due to their disability, may find it difficult to find or keep a job.

Workstep enables people to work effectively in a job by identifying their needs and providing the necessary support to fit their requirements. It is often the stepping stone into full unsupported employment for many people.

What support is available?

Shaw Trust works closely with many employers to support their recruitment needs and to help our customers find the type of work which suits them by:

• Designing an individual development plan and support package to help make the most of their potential. This may include job tasters or work experience, access to learning and training, as well as job coaching or training
• Reviewing progress regularly and updating the development plan to show how they have grown and gained the skills needed
• Working with each person and their employer to assist them to progress into mainstream employment
• Working closely with the Disability Employment Adviser at the Job Centre to arrange any other support needed, for example, Access to Work funding

Who is eligible?

People may qualify if:

• They are disabled as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and their disability means that they face significant barriers to working
• other forms of support are considered to be inappropriate
• They are claiming:
  • On Incapacity Benefit and/or National Insurance Credit (including Severe Disability Allowance and Income Support); or
  • On Jobseekers Allowance (JSA) and/or National Insurance Credits only for six months or more; or
  • On JSA and/or National Insurance Credits for less than six months but on Incapacity Benefit before claiming JSA; or
  • If they have been supported before and need to return to the programme within two years

People may also be eligible if they are currently in work but at risk of losing their job as a result of a disability, or have recently left education and have demonstrated a need for support in work.

Where does Shaw Trust deliver Workstep?

Throughout the UK, contact us for more details 0845 6023628.

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