Open Doors Open Days
2 years ago
Looking for your first paid job?
Open Doors is a supported employment programme for adults with learning disabilities who have completed a supported internship and are ready to take the next step into paid work.
Participants will complete a seven-month paid placement at the Walnut Tree Café, working up to 12 hours per week at the London Living Wage. Along the way, you’ll receive hospitality training, personalised workplace support and help from a Job Coach to prepare for employment after the programme.
Is this programme for you?
You may be eligible if you:
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Are aged 18 or over
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Identify as someone with an intellectual disability / learning disability
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Are looking for your first paid job
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Have an interest in hospitality and customer service
What happens next?
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Fill in the application form by: 21 August
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Informal interviews and café visits: Week starting 24th of August
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Successful applicants notified, inductions and trainings begin: Week starting 31 August
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Programme starts: Week starting 21 September
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Ongoing Job Coach support begins: Following completion of the placement
Register Your Interest:
To find out more about the programme, please email welcome@seacc.uk with your name and any questions you might have. We can also organise an informal call/chat to discuss the role. If you need any support to complete the application process, please let us know. We’re happy to help.
