Resource Pack for Local Authorities

In 2022, the Government reinforced its commitment to supporting more young people with SEND into employment. The Department for Education is funding a three-year programme to strengthen Supported Internship provision in England. The programme, titled Internships Work, is delivered by the National Development Team for Inclusion (NDTi), British Association of Supported Employment (BASE) and DFN Project SEARCH.

Content

This resource pack is to support Local Authorities with their work to develop a SEND Employment Forum and to increase number of Supported Internships in their local area. The pack includes the following guides and tools:

• About Internships Work
• SEND Employment Forum: Suggested Terms of Reference
• An Easy Read Guide: What are Supported Internships?
• Employment Pathways Toolkit: Self-Assessment Tool for Local Authorities
• Example Education, Health & Care Plan
• Job Profile Information: SEND Employment Officer
• Useful Links
• Staying in Touch

Additional Resources

• FAQs about Local Authority Grants
• Action Plan
• SEND Employment Forum: Suggested Terms of Reference (Easy Read)