Project SEARCH – Supported Internship
Want to start a career in retail? Have you got an EHCP? Project SEARCH could be for you! Project SEARCH is a supported internship hosted at ASDA in Langley Mill, delivered by YMCA Key College and Direct Education Business Partnership (DEBP). It is a transition to work programme for 16-24 year olds with special educational needs (SEN) and an Education, Health, and Care Plan.
Course At A Glance
Is This Course Right For Me?
This course could be for you if you:
- You have an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP) and are 16-24 years old.
- You can attend Monday – Friday.
- You can travel to and from ASDA Langley Mill.
- You are motivated to work towards paid employment.
- You would like to learn more about working in a supermarket.
Feedback From Learners
“I’m so grateful to YMCA Key College. When I came here, I had no confidence and thought I’d do nothing with my life. I’ve now got qualifications, a job and ambition.”
Alyshia – Key College Student.
Why Learners Love Key College?
What Will I Learn?
Each day includes a mix of: Classroom learning focused on employability, practical work experience in store departments, support from your job coach while working, time to reflect on your progress with your team.
Work Experience at ASDA
Teamwork and Communication
Meeting and Greeting Visitors
Independence and Confidence
Employability Work Skills
Improve Maths and English
What Qualification Will I Be Working Towards?
The Project Search Supported Internships is assessed by Recognising and Recording Progress (RARPA) with the aim of securing paid employment after you have finished the course. You will also receive a certificate of completion from YMCA Key College.
Where will I study?
The Project SEARCH Supported Internship is delivered at ASDA Langley Mill, Wesley Street, Langley Mill, NG16 4ED.
ASDA Langley Mill
FAQ's
- You must have a current Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
- Be 16 – 24 years old
- Have the desire and motivation to achieve paid employment
- Be able to attend on-site at ASDA Monday-Friday
- Be able to travel independently to and from ASDA Langley Mill
No previous experience needed. You will be supported whilst learning.
Complete the online registration form – you will then be emailed the next steps.
You will not gain a formal qualification; however, you will finish with lots of work experience and transferable skills.
Absolutely. We encourage learners and families to get in touch, and we can organise a visit to the place where you will be doing the Supported Internship.
After completing this course you could:
- Progress to a higher-level qualification.
- Move into an apprenticeship or employment.
- Apply for a job at ASDA.
- Explore other careers or jobs at a supermarket, such as Online Order Picker, Stock Replenishment Assistant, Self-Scan Assistant, and Bakery Assistant.
You must be aged 16-24 with an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP).
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