Starting Line
This service is most suitable for people who haven’t worked before or not worked for a long time and are not currently working. Starting Line is a 7-week group course, covering a range of modules in pre-employability skills, combined with one to one tailored support and guidance. Upon completion of the course, customers can expect to finish with; goal setting skills, an updated and improved CV, interview skills, sector specific job search knowledge, and guidance on how to talk about their disability / health condition. To refer, just visit www.scope.org.uk/starting-line and complete the online form. Alternatively, email startingline@scope.org.uk
Kickstart
This service is most suitable for those who have recently worked, have a consistent work history, and feel ready to work. The support is one to one and fully focused on the customer’s specific employment goals. Kickstart can work with customers for up to 6 months and we will typically contact customers every fortnight (while being a point of contact for customers with any queries between arranged meetings). Customers will receive an updated and improved CV, tailored guidance, and a regularly updated action plan. To refer, just visit www.scope.org.uk/kickstart and complete the online form. Alternatively, email kickstart@scope.org.uk
Helpline
Scope also have a helpline, which provides free, independent and impartial advice and support on issues that matter to disabled people and their families. Scope’s advisers can answer questions and talk you through a wide range of topics connected with disability, including: benefits, finance, social care, work, equipment and assistive technology, housing and home adaptations. They can also put you in touch with local providers of information and support and other Scope services in your area. To find out more and for all the ways to contact the helpline, visit www.scope.org.uk/helpline. You can also call on freephone: 0808 800 3333 or email: helpline@scope.org.uk All calls are free from UK landlines and mobiles.
