Working with young people to take the first steps into employment:

Enable works closely with local colleges in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin to provide individuals with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHC Plan or EHCP) with the chance to gain work experience through Supported Internships.

Services available in:

  • Shropshire
  • Telford & Wrekin

This is a year-long course, in which the individual is selected by the college to take part in a work placement that is in line with their interests – giving them the opportunity to take the first step into the life of employment. The supported internship is made up of college attendance and work experience with an employer. This is flexible and can be spread between two and four days. Enable offers guidance and support throughout the placement by communicating directly with the employer and the college.

What is the timetable for a supported Internship?

The timetable is flexible and includes:

  • Workplace training supported by a Job Coach
  • Maths and English
  • Personal and social development
  • Vocational sessions
  • Tutorial

SEND Local Offer

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How to be referred to do a Supported Internship

In order to be referred to a Supported Internship by a Post 16 Provider participating in the programme, the individual must:

  • Be aged 16-24
  • Have learning difficulties and/or a disability
  • Be a college student – preferably with a good attendance record
  • Have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
  • Be enthusiastic motivated to enter employment

Interns must be students of Post 16 Providers and will work with the employer, Enable and tutors to ensure the best opportunities for successfully gaining paid employment.

For More Info

Shrewsbury

Suite E
New Zealand House
160-162 Abbey Foregate
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6FD

Oswestry

Adult Social Care
Shropshire Council
Victoria Centre
Victoria Road
Oswestry, SY11 2HT

01691 661722