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Careers and Work for People with Disabilities
Slide 1 – Title
Careers and Work for People with Disabilities
Easy Read Training for:
Work coaches
Mentors
Support staff
Students and trainees
Slide 2 – What This Session Is About
Today we will:
Learn about different job options
Think about strengths and needs
Learn how to search for suitable jobs
Practice with a real-life task
Slide 3 – Key Message
Do not guess what someone can do.
Your job is to:
Ask
Listen
Support choice
Slide 4 – What Is Disability?
Disability can include:
Mental health conditions
Learning disabilities
Neurodivergence (Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia)
Physical or sensory disabilities
Some disabilities are hidden.
Slide 5 – Work Is About Strengths
Good work matches:
What the person enjoys
What they are good at
What support helps them succeed
Slide 6 – Job Options (Mental Health)
Examples:
Writer
Graphic designer
Data entry
Library assistant
Cleaning or stocking roles
Flexible and low-stress options matter.
Slide 7 – Job Options (Learning & Developmental Disabilities)
Examples:
Data entry
QA testing
Photography
Cooking or baking
Sorting or inventory roles
Structure can help.
Slide 8 – Job Options (Physical Disabilities)
Examples:
Customer service
IT support
Accounting
Virtual assistant
Online tutoring
Remote work can help.
Slide 9 – Reasonable Adjustments
Support at work may include:
Flexible hours
Clear instructions
Assistive technology
Extra time
Quiet workspace
These are reasonable adjustments.
Slide 10 – Your Role as a Work Coach or Mentor
You should:
Ask about needs
Avoid assumptions
Break tasks into steps
Support confidence
Slide 11 – How to Search for Jobs
When searching:
Look at job tasks
Not just job titles
Check if work is flexible or remote
Look for inclusive employers
Slide 12 – Training Task (Group or Individual)
Task: Job Search and Support Check
You will:
Search for job roles for people with Dyspraxia
Think about support and tools
Slide 13 – Task Step 1: Job Search
Use Google or job sites.
Search terms like:
“Jobs suitable for Dyspraxia”
“Dyspraxia friendly jobs”
“Entry level jobs flexible tasks”
Write down:
2–3 job roles
Slide 14 – Task Step 2: Job Tasks
For each job, ask:
What tasks are involved?
Are tasks physical, written, or practical?
Is coordination or speed required?
Slide 15 – Task Step 3: Support and Tools
Ask:
Would the person need extra time?
Would assistive technology help?
Would clear instructions or training help?
Would flexible hours help?
Slide 16 – Task Step 4: Reflection
Discuss or write:
Are these jobs suitable for Dyspraxia?
What support would make them suitable?
Are employers offering this support?
Slide 17 – Important Question
Are job roles really accessible without the right support?
Work is not just about the role.
It is about support.
Slide 17a – Why This Matters (Real Life)
In the past, people were often told:
“Just apply for any job”
“Try factory or machine work”
Many people:
Were not diagnosed yet
Knew something was hard
Were blamed instead of supported
This caused stress and failure.
Slide 18 – Supporting Confidence
Remember:
Job searching can be stressful
Rejection affects confidence
Go at the person’s pace
Support matters.
Slide 18a – Task Extension: One Task, Many Conditions
Use the same job-search task for different conditions.
This gives trainees a head start.
Example Conditions to Explore
Dyspraxia
Dyslexia
Autism
ADHD
Anxiety or depression
Physical disability
Long-term health condition
Ask the Same Questions Each Time
What tasks are involved?
What might be difficult?
What support would help?
Is the job accessible with adjustments?
Key Learning
There is no such thing as a “bad worker”.
There are only:
Poor job matches
Missing support
Slide 19 – Key Learning Points
Everyone is different
Ask, do not assume
Match the job to the person
Support makes work possible
Slide 20 – Accessible Comparison Table (Easy Read)
Same Job – Different Needs – Different Support
Example Job: Factory or Machine Work
| Condition | Possible Difficulties | Support That May Help | Is It Suitable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyspraxia | Hand coordination, speed, safety | Extra time, adapted tools, alternative role | Often No without changes |
| Dyslexia | Reading instructions, labels | Visual guides, verbal instructions | Possibly |
| Autism | Noise, unpredictability | Quiet space, clear routines | Possibly |
| Anxiety | Pressure, fast pace | Reassurance, slower targets | Possibly |
| Physical disability | Standing, lifting | Adjusted equipment | Depends |
Key point: The same job is not suitable for everyone.
Slide 21 – Case Study 1 (Dyspraxia)
Alex wants to work.
Alex:
Is good with computers
Struggles with hands-on tasks
Was sent to factory work
What went wrong?
No assessment
No support
Wrong job match
Slide 22 – Case Study 1: Reflection
Ask:
What should have been done first?
What jobs may suit Alex better?
What support could help?
Slide 23 – Case Study 2 (Mental Health)
Sam has anxiety and depression.
Sam:
Wants to work
Finds interviews stressful
Needs routine and reassurance
What could help?
Gradual steps
Flexible hours
Supportive employer
Slide 24 – Case Study 2: Reflection
Ask:
How could a coach support Sam?
What jobs might suit?
What adjustments are needed?
Slide 25 – Mandatory Exercise (For All Trainees)
This Exercise Is Required
You must:
Choose one condition
Choose one job role
Analyse tasks
Identify support needed
This applies to:
New trainees
Experienced coaches
Mentors and advisors
Slide 26 – Mandatory Exercise Questions
Write or discuss:
Why was this job chosen?
What barriers exist?
What support is needed?
Is the job suitable with support?
If not, what alternatives exist?
Slide 27 – Job Sites Are Not Always Accessible
Many job sites (for example, large job boards):
Use long text and complex language
Have unclear job descriptions
Do not explain support or adjustments
This can be a barrier for disabled people.
Slide 28 – Why This Is a Problem
People may be told:
“Just apply online”
“Use job sites like everyone else”
But:
Not everyone can read or process these sites easily
Not all jobs listed are truly accessible
Support is often missing or hidden
Slide 29 – Pressure to Apply for Any Job
Some systems focus on:
Getting people off benefits quickly
Meeting targets
This can lead to:
Poor job matches
Increased stress
Job loss
Loss of confidence
This is not good support.
Slide 30 – The Role of Work Coaches and Managers
Work coaches should:
Understand accessibility barriers
Not rely only on job sites
Support people to understand roles
Challenge unsuitable job expectations
Slide 31 – Better Ways to Find Work
Good practice includes:
Supported employment services
Employer conversations
Work trials or job carving
Adjusted application processes
Slide 32 – Training Gaps
Many staff:
Were not trained in disability awareness
Were trained years ago
Did not learn about hidden disabilities
This is why refresh training matters.
Slide 33 – Key Message for Systems
“People are not the problem. Systems are.”
Good training improves outcomes for everyone.
Slide 29 – Final Message
Accessible work is not luck.
It is:
Knowledge
Listening
Support
Thank you.
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