At Mencap Training Academy, we deliver a Supported Internships programme in Lichfield. Our programme supports young adults aged 16–25 with a learning disability, helping them develop skills for employment, gain workplace experience, and build confidence towards independent living.
This is a great opportunity for students seeking work experience, as well as individuals with a learning disability and anyone interested in working with young people, SEND support, supported internships, or disability services.
We provide hands-on support to help individuals develop employability skills, gain real-life workplace experience, and progress into paid employment. This role is ideal for those interested in careers in education, training, support work, youth work, or social care.
We prepare them for work, and help them improve their Maths and English skills in a classroom setting, as well as:
- Improving their confidence and communication skills
- Building on their social skills with each other and out in the community
- Keeping them inspired and engaged
What You will be doing:
- You will support staff in the classroom with activities
- You will support learners to improve their Maths and English skills
- You will engage with learners, to improve their confidence and independence
- You will encourage learners to try new things and gain new skills
- Out in the community you will support staff to keep learners motivated and engaged
As a volunteer you will help Mencap staff deliver the classroom sessions assisting young adults to improve their skills and be a support in the community.
The classroom sessions run from 9am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. We require a volunteer to be able to commit to the same day each week. The programme runs for a school academic year of 9 months.
About Mencap
Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.