6e. Preparing for the world of work
Deaf Children and Young People (DCYP), their families, and those working with them have opportunities to
- understand the support that can be received from Access to Work, how to apply for it, where it can be used/not used (paid work and government-funded work-based training, not volunteering)
- are clear on rights to reasonable adjustments in the workplace and what rights a DYP has under the Equality Act/Disability Discrimination Act
- explore how the workplace might differ from previous experience, for example, expected behaviours, what ‘being professional’ means, self-directed activities, eg reading policies
- consider fully what it might be like in a particular place of work, find out about options to learn more about the role prior to starting
- learn about health and safety law in the workplace and access rights as a DYP
- understand what support is available through training providers for apprenticeships, traineeships, and supported internships
- develop awareness that there are financial responsibilities related to employment and signpost DCYP to information, tax, National Insurance contributions, and pension.
Suggested resources
- NDCS – Deaf Works Everywhere
- NDCS – Supporting deaf young people with career choices
- Health Adjustment Passport (English Government website)
- Health and Safety Executive’s guidance on employing disabled people
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6g. Technology to support independent living, learning and work
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