Connect to Work: Free employment support in your community

Connect to Work - in your community

Looking for work in 2026? The Connect to Work supported employment programme is here to help Plymouth residents take the next step toward meaningful 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.

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.

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.

​Want to find out more?

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

• Tuesdays:

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

• Wednesdays:

  • Cattedown Social Club, 11am to 12.30pm - on 6 and 20 May only

  • Central Library, 10am to 12noon

• Thursdays:

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

  • Four Greens Community Trust, 1pm to 4pm - on 7 May only

  • Four Greens Community Trust, 5pm to 7pm - on 14 and 28 April only - this evening session is for those with learning disabilities

• Fridays:

  • Plymstock Library, 10am to 1pm

  • Foulston Park, 10am to 2pm - on 1, 15 and 29 May only

​​​​​​​​​​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.