Employment Support

SMART offers two employment pathways providing Information, Advice, and Guidance, along with a wide range of personalised practical help, advice, and coaching to support people in gaining or retaining work in the mainstream competitive job market.

Our two pathways are: The Employment Service and Wellness in Work

Whether you are looking for work, trying to stay in your current role, or building towards employment through experience and education, our teams are here to support you every step of the way.

The Employment Service is provided in partnership with Community Living Well. For more information, visit their website here: Employment Support | Community Living Well

Wellness is Work is employment service that is partnered with Shaw Trust. For more information, visit their website here: Wellness in Work - Shaw Trust

Finding Work

For those looking to enter or re-enter the job market, we provide hands-on practical support including:

  • Job searching and identifying suitable opportunities

  • Writing a CV and cover letter

  • Completing application forms

  • Preparing for interviews

  • Managing your wellbeing in the workplace

  • Guidance on disclosing health issues to employers

Staying in Work

For those already in employment who need support to remain in their role, we can help with:

  • Staying in work and managing day-to-day challenges

  • Navigating workplace adjustments

  • Returning to work after a period of sick leave

  • Understanding your employment rights

  • Liaising with employers on your behalf where needed

Vocational Support

For those who may need to build their experience, skills, or confidence before entering the job market, we offer vocational support including:

  • Accessing relevant courses and further education

  • Identifying and securing volunteering opportunities

  • Working towards longer-term employment goals at a pace that suits you

Our impact

In the project year 2025–2026, our employment teams achieved the following:

Supported 91 people to gain paid employment.

Supported 40 people to retain their current role or return to work after a period of sick leave.

Supported 62 people with their vocational goals, including training, further education, and volunteering.

Click here for more information on how to access the Employment Services.