Unity Works wants to increase the numbers of people with a learning disability in work. This currently sits at a devastating 4.6%1, whilst we know that 65%2 of people with a learning disability want to be in work.
Therefore, our mission is to go above and beyond in creating opportunities, training and inclusive workplace experiences for people with a learning disability to showcase their talents and claim the future of their choice.
- 270 people across our employment programmes over the past year with 67 securing paid jobs.
- 132 young people on our Unity Futures programme.
- 45 people on learning programmes that supported their progression to the labour market.
- 93 trainees across our social enterprises to achieve their skills development goals.
We run social enterprises that combine high quality training and exceptional products/services delivery. We have high-profile partnerships with a range of employers and run numerous supported employment models including supported internships.
Since the pandemic, it is even harder for people with a learning disability to get and stay in jobs. Lots of employers lack the confidence or knowledge to employ someone with a learning disability. We can help create an inclusive workplace.
We expect to be held accountable for achieving our mission – by the people we support, by funders and by employers. With more focused priorities and dedicated resources, we will reduce the learning disability gap.
Unity Works is rated as a Disability Confident Leader and is approved by the Matrix Accreditation.
We also hold two stars as part of the Sustainable Restaurant Association’s Food Made Good Standard.
Adult social care activity report, England: 2024 to 2025 – GOV.UK