Forward2Employment

We are expanding our Board of Directors! If you are interested in guiding strategic decisions and ensuring we deliver the best opportunitites for young adults with SEND you will be perfect for the role! Find out more 👉 forward2employment.co.uk/about/director…

Job Coaches play a key role in the Supported Internship process and we’re delighted to have Mariela and Kayleigh on board to strengthen the support we offer both interns and employers. Find out more about our Job Coach team 👉 forward2employment.co.uk/about/meet-the…

If you're an employer or education provider and interested in partnering with us, get in touch 👉 forward2employment.co.uk/information-fo…

Adam Price, Medway Councillor, on the Sunlight Centre x Forward2Employment partnership: “Youngsters need every opportunity to mix… and gain that confidence.” Supported Internships build everyday skills + social confidence for young people with SEND—benefiting the whole community

Kasie has started her Supported Internship placement in Crownwood carehome in Gillingham. Her main duties are entertaining the residents throughout the day and supporting the kitchen for lunchtime preparation. Here, she is pictured baking some delicious cookies 🍪 😛!

In the last few weeks, Forward2Employment has had the honour of hosting at @Nacro, @Supajam and Bradfields Academy for their brilliant Open Events! It's been great to meet students, families, and staff, answer questions, and talk through next steps.

Join us this Saturday for our Open Day! 🙌 - forward2employment.co.uk/open-days/?utm… Whether you're considering joining us as an intern or a parent/carer of a young person with an EHCP, these Open Days will be ideal for you! - Saturday 14th March 2026 (Talks: 10.45am & 11.45am)

Our Supported Interns, based at @AmazonUK, recently learned the importance of undertaking risk assessments. They explored how identifying hazards, evaluating risks, and putting the right controls in place helps keep everyone safe at work. A huge well done to the interns involved

Hosting a Supported Intern lets you tailor a role that works for your business and the intern. It’s a “try before you hire” approach—reducing staffing mistakes while the intern builds skills & confidence. Partner with us: forward2employment.co.uk/information-fo…

Joshua, our Supported Intern based at Medway Archives, has been assisting the staff in the BIB unit, logging donated items. He has been adding them onto the library system, organising them into genres, and preparing them for dispatch. So far, he is really enjoying the variety!

Forward2Employment Open Days are back for March 2026 - link in comments 👇 If you or someone you care for has an EHCP, our Open Days are for you! (Ages 16-24, Kent-based) forward2employment.co.uk/open-days/?utm…

Our fantastic Employer Engagement Lead, Tina, spoke to students at @RivermeadEPR, showcasing what we do and how they could join us in September! Hopefully, we will see some of you in the next academic year! @RivermeadTrust @RivermeadSchool #Employability #WorkSkills

John & Erin are thriving in their Supported Intern roles at @DarentValleyHsp. John’s confidence has grown hugely at in patient dining (picking/packing & stock). Erin’s started in The Wellspring Restaurant alongside ex-intern Amy and is already getting hands-on!

Yesterday we visited @ellenorcharity to collect our bear for The Dartford Bear Hunt 2026! 🐻 He’s a bit bland now… but not for long. Can’t wait to show you the final design! #DartfordBearHunt

Find out more about our Kent-based Supported Internship programme for young people with an EHCP: forward2employment.co.uk/supported-inte…

Dan has started his Supported Internship at The Command House pub (Chatham). He has been learning how to complete the opening checks, ensuring that condiment trays are properly organised for the customers. So far, Dan is off to a great start! 💪

Leon, one of our Supported Interns, recently passed his driving test! This is a fantastic milestone and a real step towards greater independence! Everyone at Forward2Employment are so proud!

Forward2Employment Open Days are back for March 2026 - forward2employment.co.uk/open-days/?utm… If you or someone you care for has an EHCP, our Open Days are for you! (Ages 16-24, Kent-based)

Alex, one of our interns based at @HenrySchein, has recently been trained in the picking department, learning how to pack customer orders ready for dispatch. He appears to be developing very nicely at Henry Schein. Keep up the good work! forward2employment.co.uk/supported-inte…

Parent of a young person (16–24) with an EHCP and unsure what’s next? Supported Internships offer work placements, life skills (incl. travel training) and 1:1 Job Coach support at their pace. Join our March Open Day 👉 forward2employment.co.uk/march-open-day…