Disability Employment Advisers
If you need extra employment support because of a disability, your local Jobcentre Plus office can put you in touch with one of their Disability Employment Advisers.
Your Disability Employment Adviser can offer you:
- an employment assessment to identify what type of work or training suits you best
- a referral, where appropriate, to Work Preparation, an individually tailored programme designed to help some disabled people
- a referral to a work programme for disabled people, like the Job Introduction Scheme, WORKSTEP or Access to Work
- a referral, if needed, to an occupational psychologist for a more detailed employment assessment to identify the best work or training for you
- a job-matching and referral service - the DEA can let you know about jobs that match your experience and skills
- information on employers in your area who have adopted the 'two ticks' disability symbol
Together you can draw up an action plan to help you move into employment or keep your existing job.
If you're concerned about losing the job you're already in because of your disability, the DEA can provide advice to you and your employer and explore practical ways to help you keep your job.
Contact your nearest Jobcentreplus Office (external link) to make an appointment.
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