Work experience

Benefits of Offering Work Experience to Young People with SEND

Providing work experience opportunities to young people with SEND can bring significant benefits to employers. It allows organisations to identify and develop future talent, while helping young people build confidence, gain workplace skills, and better understand the world of work. Employers often find that young people with SEND bring enthusiasm, reliability, fresh perspectives, and a strong willingness to learn. Work experience placements can also help employers develop inclusive recruitment practices and create a more diverse workforce. Supporting young people with SEND demonstrates a commitment to equality, inclusion, and social value, while helping to build stronger links with local schools, colleges, and communities.

The NDTI has a useful guide for employers

There's also step-by-step resources from The Careers and Enterprise Company to support Employers and Enterprise Advisers when working with young people with SEND.