Connect to Work - in your community

​The Connect to Work supported employment programme is here to help Plymouth residents who need support to take the next step towards employment. If you’re facing extra challenges such as a disability, health condition (including mental health), or neurodiversity, this free programme offers tailored, one-to-one support to help you find, and thrive, in work that suits your skills and circumstances.

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Who is Connect to Work for?

People aged 18 and over, who live in Plymouth and have a disability, health condition, or complex barrier affecting their ability to find or stay in work, and are motivated to find employment with personalised support.

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What you can expect:

• personalised advice and guidance from friendly employment specialists

• help to identify your strengths and match you with suitable job opportunities

• support with CVs, applications, and interview preparation

• advice on workplace adjustments and confidence-building

• access to training, skills development, and ongoing in-work support.

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​Want to find out more?

Meet the team this February at community drop-ins and events:

• Tuesdays:

  • First floor of Cobourg House on Mayflower Street, 10am to 2pm

  • Efford Community Hub, 5.15pm to 7pm - on 17 February only.

• Wednesdays:

  • Cattedown Social Club, 10.30am to 12.30pm 

  • Stoke Village Hub, 10am to 2pm

  • Central Library, 10am to 2pm

• Thursdays:

  • ​First floor of Cobourg House on Mayflower Street, 10am to 2pm

  • The Little Cafe at Tothill Community Centre, 12noon to 2pm

  • Four Greens Community Trust, 5.45pm to 7pm - this evening session is for those with learning disabilities

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​​​​​​​​​​To find out more about the Connect to Work programme and how you can connect as an employer, or participate to receive support, email ctw@plymouth.gov.uk or click here.