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- Contact: Email uw-se-training@unityworks.org.uk or call 07885 226 417
- Further Info: https://www.thera.co.uk/about/where-we-work/unity-works-social-enterprises/what-we-do/training-placements/
An astonishingly low 4.6% of adults with a learning disability known to their local authority in England are in paid work (Department of Health and Social Care, 2025 ). At Unity Works, we strive to bridge this employment gap by creating opportunities and showcasing the talent of people with a learning disability.
We know that with the right support, people with a learning disability can gain new skills and pursue the career of their choice. We run successful accredited and vocational training to support people gain the skills they need to take the next steps.
Our learning and training offer is supported by our supported employment programmes and have established partnerships to provide practical and wellbeing support that enables people with a learning disability to move into and sustain employment. Once people are in work, our Job Coaches work with them and employers to ensure that roles are suitable and sustainable.
Our programmes are underpinned by a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing, supporting people to ensure that they have the resilience and routine to thrive in the workplace.
We run social enterprises as a vehicle to showcase the talents and create opportunities for the people we support. From cafes offering delicious food to the local community to a garden centre and a mailing centre, our enterprises provide a varied environment for learners to develop and hone their skills. One of these enterprises is Jacksons Café in Romford.
Our training programmes are for adults with a learning disability aged 18+.
Anyone may refer someone to join one of our programmes. You can also refer yourself. One you’ve contacted us on the below details, we’ll ask you to complete a referral form and then book in a taster session at one of our social enterprises. Following the taster session, we’ll discuss whether joining our programmes is the right fit and if so, we’ll agree funding and get the programme started.
Payment options:
- Use your personal budget or direct payments
- Referral and funding by a social worker or a health worker
- Self-funding
- EHCP (up to age 25)
- Or any other appropriate funding – please just ask.
Get in touch with our Learning and Skills Manager, to find out more or to arrange a visit or a taster session.
