Inclusive Employment
For adults with learning disabilities and Autism with ambitions of gaining paid work, the Inclusive Employment programme will enhance the opportunities available to you; by identifying possible employers, developing CVs, arranging and mediating interviews, offering skills development, work experience and on-the-job coaching.
ECL’s team of Inclusive Employment Consultants work with individuals to develop their skills, confidence, and work experience in order for them to be able to realise their career ambitions.
All of the adults that we support through Inclusive Employment benefit from:
- Bespoke career guidance and support including vocational profiling
- Vocational and accredited qualifications
- Work experience placements based on an individual’s interests. So far, we have placed our candidates into horticultural, facilities management, care, retail and hospitality settings, ensuring they are equipped with the skills they need to begin their career.
On attaining employment, we provide support for both employees and employers for as long as required, to ensure a successful outcome for both parties.
We’re pleased to announce that our Inclusive Employment Service has been awarded the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) kite mark grading of ‘good provider’ following it’s very first audit.
It has been great to give Ellen the opportunity of employment, she is more than capable of doing the job and it’s reassuring to know that both Ellen and myself have the back-up from ECL if needed, I would definitely recommend inclusive employment to other employers.
Amy, a 27-year-old with a zest for life embarked on a life-changing journey towards inclusive employment with the support of ECL (Essex Cares Limited) Inclusive Employment program.
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Marsh Farm is an animal adventure park spread over 30 acres of farmland in South Woodham Ferrers, Essex. Taken over by the Partyman Company in 2013, the Farm has become a top-class attraction which employs around 130 people and welcomes thousands of visitors every year.
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David is a 39-year old an animal fan who loves learning. He had been enjoying volunteering at a local nature reserve before Covid-19 took hold. Once the world reopened, he was keen to regain some of the independence he had lost during the pandemic.
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ECL's Inclusive Employment partnership with the East of England Co-op wins an MJ Award for Innovation in Building Diversity and Inclusion.
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ECL’s Inclusive Employment service is celebrating supporting over 400 people with learning disabilities and/or autism to fulfil their ambitions of paid employment.
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Transforming Communities: The Impact of Inclusive Employment Partnerships
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Opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and autism
At ECL, we provide services across Essex and neighbouring boroughs of London to support adults with learning disabilities and autism.
Meet Ellen
Ellen was very keen to secure paid employment either working in a shop or cinema and was willing to work hard to achieve her dream.