Description

On Friday 13th March 2020 Hackney Council are hosting the first transition event aimed at Hackney residents ages 16-25 that have SEND with a EHCP. A chance to come and find out about the range of supported internships services all under one roof.

What are supported internships?

Supported internships are a type of study programme for young people aged between 16-25 who have EHCPs. This programmes provides an ideal pathway into paid employment.

What organisation do we work with?

DFN Project Search

Hackney Council

Hackney Learning Trust

Homerton Hospital

Bsix College

What kind of employability skills will they learn whilst on placement?

Whilst on the programme the interns learn employability skills. Before they start their placement their job coach helps prepare the interns by supporting them to gain relevant practical skills. When placed with the employer the interns are trained and then transitioned into work. The employability skills that the interns develop are communication skills, team work, developing their independence and their confidence.