How this supports Councils
- helps councils move beyond awareness campaigns by offering practical employer support
- gives local businesses the confidence to engage with Disability Confident in a meaningful way
- supports the creation of local employer networks and peer learning
- provides practical tools employers can use immediately
- strengthens local inclusive employment practice
In line with the 2026 Central Government Reform Plan
- giving local SME the understanding what Disability Confident means in practice
- what local businesses need in order to engage confidently
- how inclusive recruitment and workplace practice support scheme commitments
- practical steps businesses can take before and after joining
- regional engagement and SME support networks to celebrate and support Local businesses that empower the disabled community
For a half day course/workshop for local businesses:
- Benefits of investing in disabled people
- Inclusive Recruitment
- Disability Confident Scheme
- Workplace Conversations
- Reasonable Adjustments in Practice
- Assistive Technology + Funding Support
Then a follow-on focusing on:
- Moving Beyond Recruitment: Retention & Progression
- Encouraging work placements and internships : understanding and support
- Line Manager Confidence & Accountability
- Comprehensive legal overview
- Embedding Good Practice
To help maintain momentum after delivery, the programme can be complemented by:
- follow-up Q&A sessions
- local employer SME networks
- practical implementation workshops
- resource packs and checklists
- and additional support linked to Disability Confident Scheme progression
