The Employment Delivery Group of the Learning Disability Partnership Board has commissioned 3 supported employment schemes to help people with learning disabilities, autism and other hidden disabilities get jobs.

Mencap Roadways

What we do

Mencap Roadways aim to give people aged over 18 years who live in Wakefield district with a mild to moderate learning disability, equal opportunities to get and keep rewarding jobs that match their individual needs and preferences.

Support starts with an assessment to understand an individual's strengths and find out what they would like to do.  From there an individual learning plan is created, working closely with them to build up the confidence and skills they need to achieve their aspirations.

The range of practical support and training Mencap provides includes:

• training on how to get to and from work using public transport

• searching for a job, writing a CV and making job applications

• mock interviews to build confidence and help overcome nerves

• placements for people who will benefit from work experience before searching for a permanent job

• on-the-job training to help people get settled in and understand what the job requires

• ongoing support and advice if any difficulties arise or if any further skills training is needed.

Contact us

If you would like to access the scheme or would like to make a referral on someone else's behalf please contact Mencap, 6a Calder Vale Road, Wakefield, WF1 5PE or telephone 01924 239955 or fax 01924 363816.

Aspire to Work

What we do

Aspire to Work helps people with moderate to severe learning disabilities in Wakefield, aged over 18 years, access work-related activities and gain paid employment.

Aspire to Work works in conjunction with Family Services Day Opportunities to provide placements in different work-style schemes to enable people to try different types of employment and improve their skills.  The placement assessment identifies their strengths, helps them identify the type of job they would like to have and plan what work based support they may need.

The service offers a person centred package of support in the work place and getting to and from work.  Your support worker will work with your new manager to help you learn what to do in your job and gain confidence.

Contact us

If you would like to access the scheme or would like to make a referral on someone else's behalf please contact Aspire to Work, Ground Floor, Old Town Hall, Crown Court, Wakefield, WF1 2SU or telephone 01924 339345/339352 or email backintouch@btconnect.com.

Hidden Talents

What we do

Hidden Talents support individuals from Wakefield, aged over 18 years, who have an autistic spectrum condition or other hidden disabilities to gain paid employment.

The service offers an individual package of assessment and support to enable people to gain work and retain their existing employment.  This can include employment rights advice and guidance; assistance to access a range of training, education, voluntary and work placement opportunities; and assistance with job search, application forms, CV writing and interview techniques.

These activities aim to help build confidence and self-esteem , provide up-to-date relevant training and work experience skills, all of which will increase an individual's chances of gaining and retaining employment.

Contact Us

If you would like to access the scheme or would like to make a referral on someone else's behalf please contact Hidden Talents, Ground Floor, Old Town Hall, Crown Court, Wakefield, WF1 2SU or telephone 01924 339345/339352 or email backintouch@btconnect.com.