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Our main Padlet board with a breakdown of resources per Gatsby Benchmark, Teacher Encounters and more!

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Spark+ is a unique careers service for students with SEND that combines the Spark Careers App with 1:1 CEIAG education delivered by our team of specialist SEND-trained careers advisors helping prepare young people with SEND for their future.

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Spark is the Careers App for all young people and their schools and colleges. The Spark App gives students unique career opportunities and information in the palm of their hand. Spark gives students unprecedented access to some of the UK's major employers.

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This useful resource breaks down what good, inclusive work experience could look like in SEND settings or for SEND cohorts — with simple guidance and clear examples of how employers can support different equalex learning outcomes. Whether you're a job coach, career leader, SENCO, or employer partner, this is a tool to help make careers without barriers a reality.

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Resources to support young people with SEND. It contains lessons around employability skill development, employer projects and engagement videos all to support young people in their next steps.

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My Skills My Future | CEC Resource Directory

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This programme has been collated from resources across our partners and network to support young people with SEND under the two groups identified in the SEND toolkit. It contains lessons around employability skill development , employer projects and engagement videos all to support young people in t…

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Visually present your careers programme.

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The essential Gatsby Benchmark Guide for SEND schools and colleges.

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Activity for SEND students to learn how to research different job roles.

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This activity will provide students with the challenge to research and identify a different job role for each of the letters of the alphabet. Section two is a more detailed research-based activity, which where necessary, they may require additional support.

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This activity will provide students with the challenge to research and identify a different job role for each of the letters of the alphabet. Section two is a more detailed research-based activity, which where necessary, they may require additional support.

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Berkshire Careers Hub: SEND-Moving On Resources

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Berkshire Careers Hub: SEND-Moving On Resources

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Moving on resource booklet

SEND career pathway options 1 resource

SEND career pathway options 2 resource

Parents and student resources 2025

Description of SEND group 1 and 2 in relation to the Careers Pathways Options documents - Typically not likely to take GCSEs (Career Group 1) and those typically likely to take GCSEs (Career Group 2).

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SEND- Moving On | Berkshire Opportunities

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Explore a range of resources to support you with career pathway options for your young person with SEND.

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Work Experience Resources for SEND School

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Work Experience Resources for SEND School

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Resources for students, employers, school staff and parents about work experience in a SEND setting.

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Work Experience Resources for SEND School

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Resources include; For employers SEND - How can an Employer Support a SEND School SEND School - Employer Work Experience Agreement Template Tips on Engaging with a Student with Special Needs SEND School - Employer Work Experience Risk Assessment Template For school staff

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Inclusive careers checklist for SEND setting, created by Talentino.

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An inclusive example of how to gain feedback on a meaningful encounter within a SEND setting.

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SEND student evaluation on careers programme.

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How to write a CV activity and Careers Leader guide for SEND students.

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These activities can be conducted during lessons, while working remotely or as part of homework activities.

The design of the resource will allow for this activity to take place over an extended period of time and can be delivered in sections to suit the pace which meets the needs of the student.

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These activities can be conducted during lessons, while working remotely or as part of homework activities. The design of the resource will allow for this activity to take place over an extended period of time and can be delivered in sections to suit the pace which meets the needs of the student.

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Magazine is designed for employers who do not currently work with young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Includes employer case studies, practical information and signposts to specialist resources.

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How to meet the provider access legislation in SEND settings.

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Schools should involve parents/carers, the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and other relevant staff to identify any barriers and support needed, and tailor each provider encounter appropriately and adapt the content and focus of encounters for these groups of learners to ensure that it is a realistic and meaningful experience for them.

Schools must co-operate with local authorities, who have an important role to play through their responsibilities for SEND support services, education, health and care plans and the promotion of participation in education and training. Statutory guidance on the SEND duties is provided in the 0-25 Special Educational Needs and Disability Code of Practice.

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The Provider Access Legislation (PAL) in SEND Settings

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Schools should involve parents/carers, the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and other relevant staff to identify any barriers and support needed, and tailor each provider encounter appropriately and adapt the content and focus of encounters for these groups of learners to ensure that it is a realistic and meaningful experience for them.

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Webinar: How to run your own inclusive careers event

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Webinar: How to run your own inclusive careers event

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Top tips on how to run your own careers event for young people with SEND.

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A how to : Running your own careers event for young people with SEND

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SEND LMI Poster - Digital and Technology

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SEND LMI Poster - Digital and Technology

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SEND LMI Poster - Health and Social Care

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SEND LMI Poster - Health and Social Care

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SEND LMI Poster - Hospitality and Catering

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SEND LMI Poster - Hospitality and Catering

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SEND LMI Poster - Transport and Logistics

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SEND LMI Poster - Transport and Logistics

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The Young People’s Advisory Group (YPAG), a part of Universal SEND Services (USS), facilitated by Whole School SEND (WSS) via the National Association for Special Education Needs (nasen) are seeking new members!

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Course to support SENCOs and their teams understand their role in careers education and how they can support young people to make informed choices about their best next step and potential career pathway.

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Understanding Pathways and Career Opportunities We recognise the importance of the SENCO and the SEND team and the significant role they play in the life of a young person with SEND.

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Surrey Additional Needs and Disabilities Partnership - Local Offer

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Surrey Additional Needs and Disabilities Partnership - Local Offer

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Resources, information and guidance for parents, carers and young people.

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Welcome to Surrey's Local Offer!

Our Local Offer website is for children and young people with additional needs, their families and the practitioners who help them. On it you will find helpful information and the details of support services in your area.

Use our feedback page to tell us how helpful you have found the Local Offer and ways we can improve it.

Share your feedback and get involved

Search our directory

Find registered childcare, family activities, holiday clubs and support groups near you.

Find information by category

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Our Local Offer website is for children and young people with additional needs, their families and the practitioners who help them. On it you will find helpful information and the details of support services in your area. Use our feedback page to tell us how helpful you have found the Local Offer and ways we can improve it.

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What a parent/carer needs to know and do to ensure a smooth transition after a young person leaves school.

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Transition booklet for SEND school/college | CEC Resource Directory

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TransitionThis booklet details everything a parent/carer needs to know and do to ensure as smooth a transition as possible when a young person leaves school. Schools can personalise it to their area but it already contains a lot of really useful information and contact details.

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Transitioning into Adult Social Care Booklet

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Transitioning into Adult Social Care Booklet

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Achieve Together's website: Learning Disability Care Providers | Achieve together

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Skillsbuilder inclusive learning resource pack

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Skillsbuilder inclusive learning resource pack

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Resource Pack provides an overview of resources and activities to support learners, including those with additional needs. Best Practice Snapshots give examples of where these have been successfully applied in an inclusive learning setting.

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A collection of toolkits to help more autistic young people access sustainable and meaningful employment opportunities. Resources relevant for autistic young people, parents/carers, teachers and employers.

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Toolkits

Welcome to our Employ Autism resources hub.

We have designed a collection of toolkits to help more autistic young people access sustainable and meaningful employment opportunities.

The resources will help employers to develop their awareness and understanding of autism. They will support the hiring and retaining of talented autistic young people.

These resources are also relevant for autistic young people, their parents/carers, teachers, and other relevant professionals to support a young person to make informed choices about their future employment opportunities.

Sign up today to receive updates on work opportunities and resources for autistic people in your area.

The resource has been co-produced in partnership with Ambitious about Autism Youth Patrons as experts by experience and expert partners Creased Puddle, utilising best practice and up-to-date research, the Autism Education Trust, and the Department of Education.

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Ambitious about Autism is the national charity for children and young people with autism. We provide services, raise awareness and understanding, and campaign for change. Through TreeHouse School, The Rise School and Ambitious College we offer specialist education and support.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust is a national charity which supports blind and partially sighted people with a focus on Education, Employment and Engagement.

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Thomas Pocklington Trust - Thomas Pocklington Trust

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Thomas Pocklington Trust is a national charity which supports blind and partially sighted people with a focus on Education, Employment and Engagement.

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Resources and email updates about global WDSD activities.

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World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) , 21st March, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.

We are here to help!

We want to support everyone to make the most of World Down Syndrome Day.

The team at Down Syndrome International have kindly produced resources to give you the help you need.

To receive these FREE resources and email updates about global WDSD activities, sign up to WDSD here.

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World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) , 21st March, is a global awareness day which has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012. We are here to help! We want to support everyone to make the most of World Down Syndrome Day.

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Passport to Hospitality provides a range of skills that are linked with the NOCN Entry Level Certificate in Preparing for Further Learning or Employment (Entry Level 3) (Hospitality) qualification. Resources can be adapted for mainstream schools.

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Passport to Hospitality | Worcestershire County Council

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Gatsby Benchmark Toolkit (Schools, Special Schools & AP)

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Gatsby Benchmark Toolkit (Schools, Special Schools & AP)

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How to implement the Gatsby Benchmarks in practice.

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Gatsby Benchmark Toolkit: Schools, Special Schools & AP | CEC Resource Directory

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ToolkitThis toolkit supports Careers Leaders in schools and specialist provisions to effectively plan for impact in meeting all of the Gatsby Benchmarks. Each section includes the following:

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Employer & Education Opportunities & Contacts

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Employer & Education Opportunities & Contacts

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Lists employers and education providers by their contact details and offer.

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A Surrey Careers Hub Padlet that links all careers-related events and opportunities for students, teachers and parents. Broken down by month.

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West Sussex, Brighton and Hove Careers Hub LMI website

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West Sussex, Brighton and Hove Careers Hub LMI website

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Having a job is about so much more than just earning money. It's about feeling valued, becoming independent and personally fulfilled. Use the West Sussex, Brighton & Hove Your Futures site today to help support you to achieve career success in the future.

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Having a job is about so much more than just earning money. It's about feeling valued, becoming independent and personally fulfilled. Use the West Sussex, Brighton & Hove Your Futures site today to help support you to achieve career success in the future.

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Your Future Black Country - Shape your future

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Your Future Black Country is a fabulous tool kit for the students to use. It gives them a visual look at the job sector in a way they are able to understand LMI seeing what jobs are available at their level of ability without making them feel undervalued

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Leicester and Leicestershire – Your Futures

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Having a job is about so much more than just earning money. It’s about feeling valued, becoming independent and personally fulfilled. Use the Leicester and Leicestershire Your Futures site today to help support you to achieve career success in the future.

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Invite to our SEND Inclusion Community of Practice

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Invite to our SEND Inclusion Community of Practice

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We hold a termly online meeting to discuss all things SEND careers related. Careers Leaders, SENCOs, head teachers, teachers and other professionals are very welcome to come along. If you would like to receive the invite please use the QR code above or follow this link: Surrey Careers Hub SEND Inclusion Community of Practice (ICoP) – Fill out form

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These posters show potential pathways for young people at the age of 16. Developed with the support of the Birmingham SEND Careers Hub the posters are relevant for those typically not likely to take GCSE (Career Group 1) and those typically likely (Career Group 2).

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Pathways Posters - My Skills My Future | CEC Resource Directory

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This programme has been collated from resources across our partners and network to support young people with SEND under the 2 groups identified in the SEND toolkit. It contains lessons around employability skill development , employer projects and engagement videos all to support young people in the…

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This interactive checklist will support you to think about the Careers provision you have within your SEND setting.

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SEND Careers Health Checklist | CEC Resource Directory

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The Black Country Careers Hub have developed a number of resources to support those working with young people with SEND in the different settings. Many of these resources are featured in the My Skills My Future programme

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Foundation/SEND College Courses in Surrey

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Foundation/SEND College Courses in Surrey

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A list of foundation college courses for SEND students/"Group 1" students.

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Thrive - Careers Service for Young People with SEND

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Thrive - Careers Service for Young People with SEND

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Access:

Student-facing platform

Curriculum written by a SEND teacher

SEND LMI job profiles

and more!

(Paid platform)

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Thrive - The Careers Service for Young People with SEND

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Thrive for SEND CIC is the Careers Service for young people with SEND.