Volunteering or doing a work placement can be helpful for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It can help a young person to:
Some further education courses include placements in a workplace. This could be a supported internship or other course.
For more useful information, visit Scope's page about work experience.
Where can I get work experience
If interested in volunteering, then you should visit Volunteer Centre Newcastle.
You can search for opportunities to volunteer based on your location and interests.
There are a wide range of opportunities across the city, including
Below you can find work experience for or inclusive of people with additional needs and/or disabilities.
Details:
Get experience working in the café at Gosforth Civic Theatre. Staff will give support and help the young person to develop work and life skills.
Where it is:
Gosforth Civic Theatre, Regent Farm Rd, Gosforth, NE3 3HD
Visit their website to learn more.
Details:
At our two beautiful cafés, we provide work placements to young people with disabilities and learning difficulties, serving delicious, locally grown and fresh food from Ouseburn Farm.
Where it is:
Visit their website to learn more.
Details:
For adults with learning disabilities, difficulties and autism spectrum disorder. Gives hands-on experience in our bustling farmyard, gardens and visitor centre we make a huge difference to their lives.
Where it is:
Ouseburn Farm, Ouseburn Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2PA
Visit their website to learn more.
Details:
Work Experience at Northern Stage is for anyone aged 14 to 18 looking to gain an insight into the backstage roles in a theatre. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities.
Where it is:
Northern Stage, Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RH
Visit their website to learn more.