Employability
Stable Foundations offers a whole host of work and training programmes for people with health, learning disabilities, autism and other additional needs.
Our employability programmes offer work and training opportunities for people with health and learning disabilities.
The prospectus details how people can dip their toe into the world of work through supported work experience to identify areas they are interested in working within.
Our list of work programmes include:
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Stable Foundations
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Supported apprenticeships
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Traineeships
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Supported work experience
Stable Foundations
What is it?
Stable Foundations is a combination of classroom learning and in-work mentoring.
The programme begins with a training course, covering all key aspects of employment such as health and safety, personal conduct, policies and procedures.
People on the programme will then work with the employability team to find the best six month work experience opportunity for them, within our employer network.
During this six months, we offer bespoke support by our employability mentors, who will help with developing a living CV through observations and a diary system.
After the six month work experience, people on the programme then work with their personal employability mentor to secure paid employment.
Is this for me? Yes, if you do not know a lot about what it means to have a job. You will learn how to behave at work and then get a chance to try out a job for yourself.
What are the entry requirements? You must have a willingness to work, but can feel that you need some extra support overcoming challenges.
How do I apply? For more information or to arrange a visit, contact us
Supported Apprenticeships
What is it? Our supported apprenticeships take on a blended learning approach, with in-person and virtual learning.
In this paid role our apprentices will learn a combination of customer service and functional skills in both English and Maths over a period of 12 to 18 months.
Our training partners will allocate work, and our employability team will be there to provide added value support, ensuring all our apprentices have a quality and supported experience.
Work is documented on an E-Portfolio and then decisions are made with End Point Assessments
Is this for me? Yes, if you like people and want to be supported in a job. You will also learn how to read, write and count better
What are the entry requirements? Working toward Level 1 in English and Maths Functional Skills. Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) . Statement of Special Educational Needs
How do I apply? For more information or to arrange a visit, contact us
Traineeships
What is it? Our traineeships use a mixture of in-person and virtual learning, helping our trainees prepare for an apprenticeship.
This six month course course will combine lessons in employability and functional skills in both English and Maths.
Our training partners will allocate work, while our employability team will be on hand to provide dedicated support every step of the way.
Work is documented on an E-Portfolio and then decisions are made with End Point
Is this for me? Yes, if you feel you need to learn more and get more confident before taking on a job. You will be supported closely to learn to work as well as reading, writing and counting.
What are the entry requirements? Working toward Entry Level 2/3 English and Maths. You need to be 16-24 years old
How do I apply? For more information or to arrange a visit, contact us
Supported Work Experience
What is it? Our supported work experience programme will provide exciting and challenging opportunities to those who want to find out more about the world of work.
People on the programme will have the choice to complete the programme with The Stable or with one of our many business partners, helping them prepare for employment or an apprenticeship.
This programme is an excellent choice for those looking to understand the work environment and choose a career path that suits them.
Is this for me? Yes, if you want to spend a short time trying out a job to see if you like it.
What are the entry requirements? Just a willingness to learn!
How do I apply? For more information or to arrange a visit, contact us