The Supported Internships study programme is to support all students with SEND within their last year at school to gain the right skills needed in the modern workplace. Students referred onto the supported internship programme could have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), although this programme is for all students with SEND who are ready to make the transition from education into paid employment – meeting their career aspirations.
The student remains on roll at school undertaking the study element with the Supported Employment Service supporting for the whole academic year on the supported employment element.
This study programme is a partnership between the school, a host employer and the Supported Employment Service, all working together to overcome any barriers for the student and to make the year a positive transition from education into work.
The supported employment element of this study programme involves the student carrying out tasks or duties similar to that of an employee, but with the emphasis on the learning aspects of the experience. The placements are aimed to be hands-on for the student rather than observational, giving a “real” experience and allowing employers to see what students can do.
For more information, please see our Supported Internships Study Programme for Students with SEND leaflet or contact Charlotte Burford.