Education Business Partnership Supported Internships

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Supported Internships help young people aged 16-24 with an Education, Health and Care plan get into work. The internships help young people to learn the skills they need for work and they spend most of the time in the employer's workplace.

They are also an exciting opportunity to study for qualifications, such as, English and Maths.

Young people get the extra help of a Job Coach who works with them and their employer. The Job Coaches are there to help work out tasks and build the young person's role.

Supported internships are unpaid but aim to help young people to get into paid work at the end of their internship.

They last for 6 to 12 months and provide the experience for what to expect from the workplace.

To find out more about supported internships please complete the survey below.

Celebrating SEND in Cornwall.

They are also an exciting opportunity to study for qualifications, such as, English and Maths.

Young people get the extra help of a Job Coach who works with them and their employer. The Job Coaches are there to help work out tasks and build the young person's role.

Supported internships are unpaid but aim to help young people to get into paid work at the end of their internship.

They last for 6 to 12 months and provide the experience for what to expect from the workplace.

To find out more about supported internships please complete the survey below.

Is a supported internship for you?

NHS Supported Internship

A supported internship is a great opportunity for you to gain real work experience while being supported by a job coach. You'll spend most of your time with an external employer in an extended work placement.

To make the most of this program, it helps if you already have an idea of the kind of work you'd like to do.

You’ll start by spending some time in the classroom, where we'll help you prepare for a placement that matches your goals and ambitions.

Throughout the program, you'll work on skills like CV writing, interview techniques, building confidence, and teamwork. We're here to offer you high-quality advice and guidance every step of the way.

The aim of the Work Your Way program is to help you achieve something meaningful by the end, whether that's paid employment, volunteering, or another activity that you’re passionate about. We’ll challenge you and support you to succeed.

While we’re based in Truro, we’ll do our best to find a work placement close to where you live.

“I have been supported with my personal independence, when I started the course I needed to be escorted on the train journey from Redruth to Truro, I now have the confidence to travel alone and my next step is to be able to buy my own tickets. I have also been able to live independently and move into my own accommodation.”

A Learner.

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What is Work Your Way?

Work Your Way

Work Your Way is a program designed to help young adults with an EHCP prepare for working life. The program runs three days a week, providing targeted support and guidance.

Work Your Way is a tailored, small-scale provision designed for young people who need extra support to find, access, and maintain work placements that can lead to employment. We offer both a Work Experience and a Supported Internship program, focusing on helping young people secure placements with one-on-one support if needed. Collaborating with local employers, we identify opportunities that align with your unique skills and aspirations. Our programs aim to build confidence, foster independent travel, and enhance teamwork skills, giving young people the chance to thrive in the workplace.

Work Experience is designed to ease the transition from education to the workplace, offering learners the chance to engage in a flexible course within a supportive and relaxed environment.

The key components of the course include:

Careers advice
Volunteering opportunities
Gaining experience and building confidence
A diverse range of practical workplace experiences
Developing employability skills
Instilling workplace attitudes and behaviours

Learners will have the chance to participate in exciting community projects within their local area. The program also includes travel training, which fosters confidence and independence. Without the pressure of formal assessments, progress is measured by the achievement of personal goals. This program encourages workplace experiences, aiding learners in selecting their preferred career path and broadening their horizons.