Support into work

If you are looking for work there are a number of agencies and initiatives that can help you.

  • Access to work Scheme

    • The Access to Work Scheme aims to support disabled people and smaller local businesses where the cost of a reasomable the adjustment would represent a disproportionate burden . Grants are available to help wiht the purchase of appropriate aids or specialist equipment, software, etc. The grant is capped at £5,000 per person within any period of 12 months. Find out more at the Access to work scheme.

  • Careers Guernsey

    • if you need up to date information and advice on employment, education and training opportunities that are available to everyone contact Careers Guernsey.
    • They also provide career guidance which enables people of all ages to find out more about themselves, what their their motivation is and to help to plan their career. For more information visit the careers website.

  • Giving Opportunities 

    • Giving Opportunities GO is a charity who train some of Guernsey's young people for work. Their aim is to build confidence and increase social skills. They also teach teamwork, and the importance of it. Training is also given in certain skills such as manual handling and electrical testing.
    • You can get a referral through Autism Guernsey, Action for Children (tel. 700218 or email guernsey@actionforchildren.org.uk), or the Guernsey Employment Trust.

  • Guernsey Employment Trust

  • GROW

    • Mission: We aim to support adults with learning disabilities and difficulties develop self-confidence and life skills; enabling them to be included and valued within a workplace and the wider community by providing occupational training and mentoring in a safe and stimulating environment.
    • Applications are invited from adults with a learning disability or difficulty who have an enthusiasm, aptitude and an interest in a career in horticulture, retail, catering or woodwork.
    • An assessment is then carried out by a panel to ensure the best possible fit and training for attendees
    • The final selection is made by the management team based on the recommendations of the panel.
    • Training is carried out for a period deemed appropriate, subject to the completion of a three-month probationary period.
    • For more information see the website Grow Limited | Guernsey's Rural Occupational Workshop or call 01481721865.

  • Job Centre

    • If you are looking for work the Job Centre is a good place to start
    • The team can also guide you to benefits that you may be entitled to.
    • If you are not sure what support is available or what type of job you are looking for, then talk to the team at the Job Centre. They have lots of experience in supporting individuals. Call on the job centre on (01481)222516
    • Work Placement Schemes: 
      • The Job Centre has two work placement schemes which they may discuss with you. 
        • Kick Start programme is where you are placed with an employer for up to 13 weeks. During the placement itself, you would be employed through Social Security and receive a weekly wage. There are a large range of these types of placements with lots of different employers. 
        • The Work 2 Benefits scheme where you would undertake a work placement to learn new skills to make you more likely to be able to get a job. you would carry on receiving your normal benefits during this placement. Placements are currenlty possible with States Works, Giving Opportunities, the GSPCA and UnLtd (Ron Short Centre).
    • Work Rehabilitation Team can provide help, support and guidance to people who have been out of employment for some time, whether through illness, redundancy or personal circumstances.Call the job centre on (01481)222516

  • States of Guernsey- guaranteed interview scheme.

    • The States will guarantee an interview for an applicant with a disability if they meet the key criteria of the role. Follow the link for more details. Guaranteed interview scheme

  • UnLtd (Ron Short Centre)

    • UnLtd is run by a local charity called "Ron Short Centre LBG". It is an inclusive members' organisation committed to supporting people with physical and sensory disabilities.
    • UnLtd hosts a Social Enterprise Programme providing assisted employment and work rehabilitation for people with disabilities. It also runs a varied Well-Being Programme, including social activities at the Ron Short Centre (Beau Sejour) and off-site.
    • UnLtd runs a grocery shopping bus service from door to shop and back. It also endeavours to provide transport to its events for those who cannot access public transport.
    • For more information, telephone 01481 724333 or e-mail Hello@UnLtd.gg.