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The programme is a government initiative (DfE) to support young people with SEND (special educational needs and disability) and targets 16 to 24-year-olds.

It aims to boost their confidence and skills through placements with local employers which could lead to paid employment.

People who apply must have received support at school with special educational needs or a disability.

Supported internships give young people an opportunity to gain relevant work experience that matches their career goals, aspirations and capabilities with a local employer and they also spend time in college working on employability skills, Maths and English.

Programmes last from six to 12 months and typically, the young person will spend part of the week in training and the rest of it in the workplace.

Supported Internships are also a great way to help businesses grow and support their own recruitment and a fantastic way to give the young person practical experience of the workplace and move them closer to the job market.

Councillor Shirley Reynolds, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Cabinet Member for Children, Young People, Education, Employment & Skills, said:

“Supported Internships can transform the lives of young people – giving them valuable skills which set them up for paid employment and a future career.

“These programmes are invaluable for young people who want to gain valuable workplace experience and take their first steps on the employment ladder.

“We’d encourage anyone who thinks they may be eligible for the programme to come and have a chat with us to find out more about Supported Internships and the local opportunities with employers which are available.”

You can find out more about Supported Internships by speaking to one of our Job Box advisors at Southwater One, Telford from Monday to Friday (10am-5pm).

Or to register your interest in a Supported Internship, call 01952 388988 or email: jobbox@telford.gov.uk