What is Employment Support:
Employment Support is Hertsmere Mencap’s newly launched employment training programme. Our programme will help people in Hertfordshire with a learning disability and autism to develop skills for the workplace. The programme also provides support finding a job and support while in the workplace.
Our 9 week training programme is open to people aged 18 and over and sessions are weekly. Our employment training programme is based in Borehamwood and runs throughout the year with a maximum of 6 learners per session. During and after the training, our Employment Support Advisor will support you with all you need to apply, start employment and support during employment.
What will I learn during the 9 weeks:
Key Topics include:
o Introduction to the workplace
o Understanding work types and environments
o Developing essential job skills (communication, teamwork)
o Practical job search skills
o Writing a CV
o Job interview preparation
o Understanding your pay
o Staying safe at work
o Travelling to work
o Support during employment
Will this affect my benefits:
As long as you work no more than 15 hours a week, taking part in our programme will not affect your benefits.
Will I have to pay to attend the course:
No, we are looking to receive funding from different funding sources.
Contact our Employment Support Advisor
Pamela Gradel
“I am really enjoying the sessions and it’s good to refresh my knowledge what I have done before
Stuart, Course Learner, 2024
“It’s helped me with confidence to apply for jobs”
Elise, Course Learner, 2024
