Support for getting into work

See below for groups and services that can give advice and support around:

  • finding a new job
  • writing your CV and applying for jobs
  • filling in applications 
  • preparing for interviews 
  • work experience 
  • staying in work 

If looking for a job, have a read of where to find job vacancies. Scope also has a jobs board. It shows jobs from organisations that want to hire more disabled people. 

You can also look at job support if you have special educational needs or a disability.

Newcastle Careers Team

Our Newcastle Careers Team can give careers advice for young people with SEND. They can help those looking at education, training and employment options. 

SEND support from Newcastle Careers Team

Supported employment service

The Supported Employment Service supports people who face barriers to employment. They can help people to find and stay in work.

Supported Employment Service

Work and Thrive Newcastle

Whatever support you need to find a job, fill a vacancy, or make the next step in your career, Work and Thrive Newcastle are here to help.

Work and Thrive Newcastle

National Careers Service

We provide careers information, advice and guidance. We can help you make decisions at all stages in your career. 

National Careers Service (opens in a new window)

Support to work from Scope

This gives free online and telephone support. It is for disabled people looking for paid work. A friendly adviser will listen to your challenges and give you advice for your situation. 

Support to work from Scope

Learn at Scope

Easy-to-follow courses to guide you through the essential steps of your employment journey. Includes job searching, CVs, interviews and communication. 

Learn at Scope

Access to work

Access to Work can help you get or stay in work if you have a physical or mental health condition or disability. They can give money to help pay for practical support at work and communication support at job interviews. 

Access to work

Disability confident employer 

When searching online, you might be able to find employers who are 'Disability Confident'. This means they are committed to hiring and keeping people with disabilities or health conditions. 

The logo of Disability Confident Employer

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
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