learning disabilities jobs

6 ways to secure employment if you have a learning disability

13/01/2023

A woman with Down's syndrome sat in a cafe working at a table on her laptop. She has long brown hair in a ponytail and is wearing a soft pink jacket and pale blue top.

Disability consultant, Emma Shepherd, dispels some of the myths and gives you some practical tips on how to gain your dream…

Work & Education

Becoming a paraprofessional and challenging perceptions of learning disabilities

02/11/2022

A collection of stationary and craft materials scattered across a table including a tablet, rubbers, glue, scissors, pencils, a notepad and paint palette

Michelle, who has a learning disability, works as a paraprofessional, inspiring students to achieve, whilst hopingA to change people's perceptions…

Work & Education

4 tips for identifying disability-friendly and disability-confident employers

06/07/2021

Close up of the back of a wheelchair being wheeled by a man through an office

Employment expert Jane Hatton from disability jobs board Evenbreak explains 4 ways you can identify disability-friendly and disability-confident employers.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help Expert Help with Filling in Your PIP Form: Tips and Tools to Simplify the Process Applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can be overwhelming, especially with the complexity of the PIP form. If you’re looking for help filling in a PIP form The post Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World
Understanding the New EHRC Guidance on Reasonable Adjustments for Disabled Employees The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has recently published new guidance to help employers understand their legal obligations and the steps they can take to support disabled employees, especially in hybrid working environments. This guidance comes as a crucial resource for organizations The post New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Decline in Accessible Black Cabs
London’s Accessible Transport Crisis: Decline in Black Cabs Puts Mobility at Risk A sharp decline in wheelchair-accessible black cabs in London has raised alarm among disability advocates ahead of a key London Assembly meeting. The Disability Power 100, led by Founding Editor Dom Hyams, urges London Assembly members to confront Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport The post Decline in Accessible Black Cabs appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Choosing the Right Stairlift
Choosing the Right Stairlift: A Full Guide Getting Up and Down Stairs Made Easier For many disabled people and people who find it hard to move around, stairs can be a big issue. Stairlifts can help make life easier. A stairlift is a seat that moves up and down stairs on a track. It helps The post Choosing the Right Stairlift appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
The Role of Disabled People in Healthcare: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward
Understanding the Landscape of Healthcare Employment for Disabled People The healthcare sector is often seen as a symbol of progress and care, where new medical breakthroughs and patient support come together to make lives better. However, finding jobs in this field can be challenging, especially for disabled people. Even though there have been improvements The post The Role of Disabled People in Healthcare: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.