Supported Internship - North Middlesex University Hospital

Supported internships are a structured study programme based primarily at an employer. They enable young people aged 16-24 with a statement of SEN, or an Education, Health and Care plan to achieve sustainable paid employment by equipping them with the skills they need for work, through learning in the workplace. You will receive a high level of support the young person to move into paid employment at the end of the programme. Alongside their time at the employer, young people complete a personalised study programme which includes the chance to study for relevant substantial qualifications, if appropriate, and English and maths.

This programme at is supported in partnership with Tottenham Hotspur Foundation/Project Search and North Middlesex university Hospital.

For more information, or a chance to speak to a member of the Supported Internship/SEND team, visit our website Open Day area.

The “study” element of this programme is limited to 1/2 hours per week. The main body of the programme is spent in rotations being supported to perform Job Roles within the Organisation.

Main components of delivery are Employability Skills, Communication Skills, Organisational Skills Presentation Skills (Maths & English) Understanding rights and responsibilities, Working Independently as well as Working in a Team.

Ability to Self-Reflect and to Peer Assess.

Any other specific job/work related skills and qualities.

A current EHCP. A qualification at Entry Level 2. Independent Traveller and successful completion of Assessment Day.

You will have reviews regularly with lead job coaches.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods based on course requirements and individual needs. For example:

Observations

Workbooks

Practical Activities

Questioning

Peer feedback

Throughout the course, you will be gathering evidence/information in each unit. There are different methods that evidence can be gathered to meet individual needs

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You will be able to apply for full or part-time work. You will have support from the Tottenham Hotspur Foundation who will support you for a further 9 months in applying for work, interviews and travel.