On this page you will find information on:
“What are my options for work and training?“
If you have a disability you still have the same choices as everyone else, but there is additional support available.
Take a look through our ‘Your Future‘ section for general advice and information.
A Supported Internship – is for young people aged 16–24 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to transition into paid employment.
Other useful websites:
- WorkReady toolkit – resources from Suffolk Learning Disability Partnership (suffolkordinarylives.co.uk)
- GOV.UK – find out about your local Disability Employment Adviser, training, adjustments to help you stay in work, and funding towards higher education.
- Suffolk Local Offer – local information on education, training and more!
- National Careers Service – loads of great information.
- Icanbea… – Provides an up to date list of Disability Confident employers and organisations.
- Apprenticeships Suffolk – Support to find an Inclusive Apprenticeship (also read more in ‘Your Future – Apprenticeships’ page).
Do you need support to be in work? Access to work is a grant to help pay for practical support with your work or support with managing your mental health at work.
The following organisations can support you to find work or training:
Mencap Employment Services – Service offering young people with SEND aged 16-24 support, work opportunities and training before and during employment or placement.
Realisefutures.org – help with work experience.
Scope.org.uk – advice and support to develop your skills.
Papworthtrust.org.uk – help and information on finding work and gaining employability skills.
How do I get into volunteering?
Volunteering is when you offer to ‘help’ somewhere, this could include cafes, shops, charities and many more places.
Find out more about volunteering on our volunteering page.
Develop your skills at 21 Young Hearts Cafe – Find out about volunteering, training and employment routes.
Page updated on March 4th, 2026 at 04:33pm