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CCT Tackling Poverty
Working Sense
Supporting people access the world of work.
What is Working Sense
Working Sense will be working specifically with people over 25 with a sensory loss (i.e. people who are D/deaf or have hearing loss and people who are blind or have vision loss) or disability, living in Conwy, Denbighshire and Flintshire. This project is funded by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund.
Providing specialist support to enable the target group to enter/re-enter and sustain employment, or move closer towards employment using a holistic one-to-one approach utilising our designated project staff.
How does Working Sense support people?
With a range of interventions tailored to the needs and circumstances of the individual, such as confidence building, vocational skills, practical help such as CV writing, mock interviews, transport training and benefits, as well as a specific outcomes for those exiting programme could be:
Wellbeing support
Gain assistance with applications, CV writing
Support into employment and in work support
Engaging in job searches, mock interviews
Complete a work or volunteering placements
Access to training courses
Who we support
To be eligible to work with Working Sense, beneficiaries must:
Be over the age of 25
Disability or health condition impacting your ability to work
Live in Conwy, Denbighshire or Flintshire
Be economically inactive (e.g. not in employment)
If you work with or support someone who can benefit from the project or you are an employer, then
Working Sense can help you as well.
Why is there a need for Working Sense?
People with a sensory loss, and people with disabilities face significant barriers to work. For example, a recent survey of employers revealed that 75% of respondents would sooner employ an ex-convict than a person with vision loss.
A person who is Deaf or has hearing loss is X4 more likely to be out of work
A general term for the partial or total loss of one or more of the senses, including sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch, and spatial awareness
blind or partially sighted are X5 to be unemployed for 5+ years
British Sign Language. It has been a recognised language since 2019.
Disabled people are twice as likely to face redundancy
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“Working Sense has helped me believe in myself and has given me confidence.”
“When I look back if I wasn’t given that support, I wouldn’t be where I am now, so I am really thankful.”
“I’m more confident applying for jobs now, including ones I didn’t think I could get.”
Case Studies
- CCT Tackling Poverty
a double amputee with both legs removed below the knee, he had been out of work since 2003, he also lost his wife last year. Additionally, personal circumstances meant a great need for support and guidance. - Addressing communication issues the first step
Ensuring in person and online services are accessible to all. - Overcoming anxiety
Supporting people to make informed decisions.
Find out more about employing people with a sensory loss?
About 78% of business that prioritised disability inclusion reported that is led to better morale and productivity (Business Disability Forum 2021)
Feel happier and healthier in work
If your having more down days, feel anxious about returning to work, Working Sense is here to help. Our support can help you return and sustain work.
You will have access to:
- Your own personal adviser
- Personalised support plan
- Workplace adjustments to return to work
- Practical advice and guidance
“Working Sense has pushed me forward as I was stuck at home but now, I am employed following support.”
Expression of Interest
If you are over 25 years old, have a disability or health condition affecting your ability to work, live in Conwy, Denbighshire or Flintshire, are currently economically inactive, Working Sense can help. Simply complete the form below and one of our advisors will get in touch.
“I completely feel more confident about my future now. A year ago, I didn’t see one. I thought my future would just be sitting on benefits for the rest of my life. But now, I do have a future, and it’s all thanks to COS and Working Sense.”
Partners
Team
Simon Shutler
Project Director
Clare Lewis
Project Manager
Hana Eagles
Compliance Officer
Rebecca Williams-Jones
Employment Advisor
Amy Gughrill
Employment Advisor