Support for people out of work
If you are currently out of work, these programmes in Trafford could help you get back into employment.
If you have been made redundant, you can find more information on our redundancy support pages.
Job clubs
We have a range of free job clubs across Trafford to assist you in your job search.
Individual Placement and Support in Primary Care (IPSPC)
This programme supports people with physical or mental health disabilities to get into sustained employment, or helps them stay in or return to their current job. Read more about the initiative.
For more information, call 0161 237 4111 or send an email to IPSPCreferral@gcemployment.uk.
United Response
United Response provides support to people with learning disabilities, autistic people and those with mental health needs. Their supported employment service helps individuals prepare for employment and gain professional experience through the following pathways:
- Project SEARCH (a one-year transition-to-work programme for young adults with learning disabilities and autism in their last year of education)
- Supported internships
- Support for 16-24 year olds
- Workplace support (supporting those already in work to succeed, alongside employer support)
Find out more about their supported employment service.
For more details, email supported.employment@unitedresponse.org.uk.
Restart
Restart is a government Scheme providing up to 12 months of support to help you find a job in your local area. It's designed for those currently in the Intensive Work Search Regime (IWSR) and have been on Universal Credit for more than six months.
During the scheme, you'll be matched with a dedicated Advisor who will work with you to develop a personalised plan to help build your confidence, wellbeing, skills and motivation so that you’re ready to move forward and get secure employment.
Find out more about the Restart scheme.
For more information about the Scheme, speak to your work coach at Job Centre Plus.