Employment Support

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

Can I work if I am on benefits:

You are always better off in employment. PIP is not affected by your work. Universal Credit is adjusted according to your income..

Will I have to pay to attend the course:

We are reaching out to different funding sources for support, however there maybe a small fee involved.

Am I eligible to attend the course:

Every candidate will have an informal meeting with our Employment Support Advisor to discuss suitability.