Preparing for Adulthood: Case Studies & Stories

Today Nursery, Tomorrow the World or the Moon!

Case study about Low Hill Nursery School in Wolverhampton.

Embedded Job Coach, Barts Health NHS Trust

Case study about Barts Health NHS Trust's embedded job coach.

Georgie & Tiny Steps: Employment Journey & Top Tips

This case study and accompanying podcasts look at how Georgie secured an apprenticeship during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how a combination of her talents, motivation and a supportive employer has seen her flourish in the role.

Project SEARCH, Royal United Hospitals Bath

The Royal United Hospital (RUH) was one of the first hospitals to adopt the Project SEARCH supported internship programme in the UK. In this video, Avril Mendel (Associate, NDTi) interviews Simon Andrews (Divisional Director of Nursing for Surgery, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust).

Case Study: Making the SEND Reforms Work

Commissioned by the Education & Training Foundation, NDTi has produced two case study videos showcasing how local authorities and further education providers work together to support learners with SEND

Nathan’s Employment Journey

This case study explores how Nathan secured a job and his return to work following COVID-19 restrictions.

Dudley College & Employer Engagement

This case study looks at Dudley College of Technology’s Supported Internship programme, and how they have maintained communication during the Covid-19 pandemic.

It's My Life - Peter

Peter talks about his aspirations and ideas for the future. This video provides inspiration when thinking about sessions on outcomes and preparing for annual reviews.

Alex's Experience of Project SEARCH

Alex talks about having a Supported Internship through Project Search. Her mum, Lesley, shares the positive impact employment has had on Alex and the whole family..

Thinking about Tomorrow

Kay shares her family’s experience of their Preparing for Adulthood journey, and how they have high aspirations for the future.

A Creative Journey into Employment (Sterre Ploeger)

Sterre is Director of Act Up! Newham, which is her own inclusive theatre company; Sterre’s video focuses on how she achieved this and her aspirations for the future.

Case Study : SEND Employment embedded in Education

A series of videos from Castle School talking to us about how their World of Work programme ensures that young people with SEND are supported throughout their education to achieve meaningful employment.