Tag: employment
Preparing for adulthood
It can be a tricky stage for young people with Down's syndrome but, writes Sharon Smith, support is available.
The transition from childhood to adulthood...
When things go wrong at work
It's not easy being an autistic employee. Debby Elley and Maura Campbell know.
Okay, so you've made a mistake. Or something hasn't gone your way...
It’s time to join the dots
It's great that disabled people, disability charities and families were consulted for the Government's Disability Action Plan, says Laura Davis, but why doesn't it...
Why aren’t more disabled adults employed?
Mark Dale wants to help employers unlock Britain's hidden labour force.
With the cost of living and a looming energy crisis occupying many people's minds,...
Opening up the world of work to young people with SEND
Janet Wingate-Whyte describes the work of Project SEARCH, preparing young people with SEND to enter the workplace
What’s next?
As young people with SEND approach 18...
24-year-old karting entrepreneur urges employers to think differently when it comes...
The 24-year-old founder of five successful motorsports businesses is calling on businesses to think differently when it comes to employment, to open the door...
Six lessons for effective SEND practice
Jenny Williams shares six key principles for SEND learning
“The vast majority of people in education and social care make the right decisions for children...
Creating a better future
James Cusack outlines some of the latest developments in autism research
Like all of us, autistic people are unique. Despite being one diagnosis, autism is...
Reaching their potential
Alison Worsley outlines some practical solutions to help teachers support pupils with autism
Real world opportunities
Supported internships are having a positive impact on young adults with SEN, writes Pippa Bruckland
