Connect to Work: Free employment support in your community this August

Connect to Work - in your community

Thinking about finding a job in 2026? The Connect to Work supported employment programme is here to support Plymouth residents in taking the next step towards 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 August at community drop-ins and events:

• Mondays:

  • Southway Community Hub, 10am to 12noon - on 10 and 24 August only

  • Keyham Green Places, 10am to 12.30pm

    - on 17 August only

• Tuesdays:

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

• Wednesdays:

  • Central Library, 10am to 12noon

    - on 5 August only

  • Cattedown Social Club, 11am to 12.30pm 

    - on 5 and 19 August only

  • Southway Community Hub, 10am to 12noon - on 19 August only

• Thursdays:

  • Wolseley Trust Centre, 10am to 12noon

  • Shekinah Centre, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

  • Four Greens Community Trust, 1pm to 4pm - on 13 August only

  • Four Greens Community Trust, 5pm to 7pm - on 20 August only - this evening session is for those with learning disabilities

  • Greenbank Community Centre - CV and cover letter support, 3pm to 4.30pm 

    - on 6 and 20 August only

  • Rees Wellbeing Centre, 1pm to 4pm

    - on 6 August only

  • Keyham Green Spaces, 10am to 12.30pm

    - on 13 August only

• Fridays:

  • Plymstock Library, 10am to 1pm

  • Foulston Park, 10am to 12noon

  • Southway Community Hub, 10am to 12noon - on 7 August 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.