Work Choice

Work Choice 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.

Work Choice enables people to find and retain work 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.

Who is eligible?

You may qualify if:

• You are disabled as defined by the Equalities Act 2010 and your disability means that you face significant barriers to work

You are claiming:

• Incapacity Benefit and/or National Insurance Credit (including Severe Disability Allowance and Income Support); or 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 you have been supported before and need to return to the programme within two years

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

What support is available?

Working alongside other organisations we will ensure you get the best support available to help you with training and to find a job.

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

Where does Shaw Trust deliver Work Choice?

Throughout the UK, contact us for more details 0300 303 3111 or contact your local Disability Employment Adviser for further information.

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