📢 The Government has announced £9.7 million in extra funding to expand its internship programme for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England. This is a positive step towards a more inclusive workforce — and one your business can support with the right HR strategies in place.

The Internships Work programme will help young people with SEND transition more smoothly into paid employment. By 2025, this investment is expected to double the number of supported internships from 2,500 to over 5,000.

At Consensus HR, we believe that inclusive hiring is not just a moral responsibility but a business asset. Businesses that embrace diversity benefit from higher retention, greater innovation, and enhanced workplace culture.

How Can Businesses Get Involved?

✅ Offer supported internship opportunities
✅ Work with Job Coaches trained to help SEND students in the workplace
✅ Implement inclusive HR policies that align with the Equality Act 2010
✅ Partner with HR experts to ensure compliance and best practice

Matthew Chilcott, Owner of Consensus HR, Comments:

“At Consensus HR, we champion equal opportunities and believe every person deserves the chance to thrive in the workplace. The Government’s funding will not only change the lives of young people with SEND but also give businesses the opportunity to enhance their teams through diversity and inclusion. We are proud to support companies in developing inclusive HR practices that are both legally compliant and ethically strong.”

Why Choose Consensus HR?

👥 We provide outsourced HR support tailored to your business
📘 We ensure your Employee Handbook reflects the latest legal requirements
🔍 We audit, update, and implement inclusive recruitment policies
🧠 We offer training and guidance on neurodiversity and disability inclusion
⚖️ We keep you compliant with UK Employment Law and Equality legislation

Let’s Build a More Inclusive Workplace – Together

Whether you’re offering internships or just starting your inclusion journey, Consensus HR is here to support your business with straightforward, compliant, and personalised HR solutions.

📞 Contact us today for a no-obligation chat about how we can support your HR and Employment Law needs.

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