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  • Supported Internships

    . This depends on a persons needs. Who provides Project Choice/NHS Watch their video. Sheffield College Sheaf Training Nacro Additional support provided Access to Work Support is available across supportive internships. Independent Travel Training can also be offered to help… to apply Project Choice contact details: Contact name: Joan Pons Laplana Phone: 07785 541936 E-mail: jo.laplana@hee.nhs.uk Sheffield College contact details: Contact name: Rachael Dickens Phone: 07469 378324 E-mail: rachael.dickens@sheffcol.ac.uk or admissions@sheffcol.ac.uk Sheaf…

  • What are the Post 16 education options?

    In Sheffield, there are a number of schools and colleges that are for young people aged 16 and over. Post 16 is a term used when talking about what happens after you have finished school. Some schools have a Sixth Form that is for Post 16 education. Each school or college has different subjects and courses. By contacting the school or college you can find out more about these. Post 16 courses are generally around 16 hours per week (around 540 hours per year). This is considered to be a full time program and is usually offered over 3 days a week . Sometimes the time will be spread… work or volunteering . This may not be appropriate for everyone with SEND. Find out more You can find out more by clicking on the headings under "In this section" or on the "Next" button. They will tell you about the different schools and colleges in Sheffield. This is known as the "Post 16 Education…

  • Preparing for Adulthood

    Preparing for adulthood helps you: live more independent as possible as adults achieve your full potential Helping young people with SEND become more independent can be life changing. Preparation for adulthood should happen from the earliest years and no later than age 13 or 14. Pre…

  • What happens and when - Year 12 (age 16-17)

    If you have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan The annual review process continues. If you need support in the future from adult social care, you should be referred to the Transitions social care teams. If you need SEN Transport to get to your post-16 setting, you will need to re-appl…

  • Post 16 Education Transition Guide

    Post 16 Education - Transition Guide Post 16 Education You must continue in education or training until the end of the academic year when you turn 18. This could involve: full time study in a school, college or training provider an apprenticeship or supported internship full time work or volunteering (20 hours or more) combined with part time accredited study Post 16 Education Providers Sheffield has a range of post 16 education settings. Click on the buttons below to find out more. …

  • Things to do when not in college Transition Guide

    Things to do when not in college - Transition Guide If you are moving to college after Year 11, your course may not cover five full days. Time spent on the other days may include: self-study volunteering work experience As you prepare for adulthood, it would be a good idea to start thinking of voluntary work or work experience. You may be able to do these from 16 years old. Think about what support you may need. Think about what interests you. It may be helpful to contact local organisations and businesses. See if they have any opportunities. There is information about opportunities in this guide. What else to look at You can find more details about activities, sports, and things to do outside education on the Sheffield Local Offer and on the Sheffield Directory. Click on the buttons below. You can also look at the Employment is For Everyone website…

  • 2) Finance and Benefits Transition Guide

    2) Finance and Benefits: Universal Credit - Transition Guide Universal Credit Universal Credit is a benefit for people aged between 16 and 64 years who are on a low income, out of work or unable to work. If you are 16 or 17 years old and are not in: employment education, or training Y…

  • 4) Finance and Benefits Transition Guide

    4) Finance and Benefits: Banking, Wills and Trusts and Child Benefit - Transition Guide Banking It is a good idea to open a bank account for your benefits and other money when you get to 18. Having a bank account will make it easier to show what your income and savings are. This can be important if you claim certain benefits or get support from adult social care. Your own bank account also means you would still be able access your money if your parent/carer were to pass away. Your bank should talk to you about different options. For example, it may be possible to: open a joint account that you and your parent/carer both have access to open a basic bank account which has some limits on what it can do. If you don't have mental capacity to manage a bank account, your parent/carer may be able to open an appointee account. More information about banking Check out the DOSH…

  • What happens and when Early Years (age 0-4)

    What happens and when - Early Years (age 0-4) SEND in the Early Years Parents are often the first to notice when their child is: not crawling not talking not walking at the age when children normally develop these skills. If there are any concerns, parents/carers should speak to their health visitor, GP or childcare provider. Parents/carers can also contact the 0-5 SEND Support Service phoneline for advice and support. More information can be found here . Childcare providers and education support services will become involved to help with any additional needs of a child… Assessment and Review Service (SENDSARS) will send out a letter asking for school choices. Settings will also discuss this at the EHCP annual review. Developing independence During this age period, young children should be learning to: feed and drink recognise the need to use the toilet ask…