Finding and keeping a job

Lots of organisations are geared up to help you get the right job or training placement

Your future

A guide to help you to find out about the many learning opportunities available in Somerset for 16 to 19 year olds

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study and take 1 to 5 years to complete depending on their level

Traineeships

An overview on traineeships and who can apply

Supported internships

Supported internships are a structured, work-based study programme for 16 to 24-year-olds with SEND, who have an education, health and care (EHC) plan.

Support for work

Get work support if you have a disability or health condition

Access to Work Fund

Access to Work is a government programme aimed at supporting disabled people to take up or remain in work.

Job coaches

Job coaches help support you to do your job confidently and efficiently

Equipment to help you

Advice and information about equipment that can help you stay independent

Leaving care

Services and advice for the continuing support to young people leaving care

Disabled Facilities Grant

If you or someone living in your property is disabled, you may qualify for a disabled facilities grant towards the costs

Living more independently

Finding a place to live is important because it can give you the confidence to become more independent

Community transport

Transport for community groups and people whose needs are not easily met by normal public transport.

Transition

Between the ages of 13 and 25 a young person has to think about their future and what will happen after they leave school

Independent Travel Training

Training for students with disabilities or SEN to be able to use transport on their own

Renting somewhere to live

Including renting from a council or housing association, a charity or voluntary organisation, a private landlord or someone you know, like a family member or friend

Owning your home

Including Inheriting or using a family property, Disabled Facilities Grants and Home Ownership for people with Long-term Disabilities (HOLD)

Moving to Adult Social Care services

Between the ages of 16 and 18, the child will start a "transition" to adult services.

Adult Social Care Services

When a young person becomes 18 years old Adult Social Care services takes over the responsibility for providing their social care

Young people’s mental health

Ways to help you and your friends with mental health issues

Mental Capacity Act

A statutory framework for people who lack capacity to make decisions for themselves

Moving between children’s and adults healthcare

When you reach 14 years old, the service you are involved with will start to talk to you about a ‘transition’ care plan and what transition means

Keeping safe online

Cyber-bullying could be on a smart phone, computer, laptop, tablet or online gaming platform

Safe Places Scheme

This service is open to anyone in the force area with communication difficulties, such as a learning disability or dementia

Annual Health Checks

Annual health checks are for adults and young people aged 14 or over with a learning disability and help the person stay healthy

Staying safe and healthy

Looking after your health is very important as you become an adult

Young people’s mental health

Ways to help you and your friends with mental health issues