If you live in Norfolk, are aged 16 or over, and have a physical or mental health condition or a disability that affects your daily life, Working Well Norfolk can help.
If you’re a resident of Norfolk, aged 16 or over, and have a physical or mental health condition or disability that affects your daily life, Working Well Norfolk can help.
We understand that taking those last steps into work is not always easy – particularly if you’re managing a disability or health condition.
We can support you even if you think of your health condition as relatively minor!
Our dedicated employment advisers will support you to return to work quickly, and offer 1:1 advice and coaching to help you stay there!
Working Well Norfolk can also help if you’re already in work and are struggling due to a disability or health condition.
We’ll provide in-work support for you and your employer to help you keep your job. For example, through arranging reasonable adjustments, flexible working or training.
Eligibility
Working Well Norfolk is aimed at people who are:
Out of work – but motivated and want to take the step into employment
Already in work – but struggling in the workplace
Already in work – but absent due to long-term sickness and keen to return
We can support you if:
You are a resident of Norfolk
You’re aged 16 or over
You have a physical or mental health condition or disability (That’s any long-term health condition that affects your daily life, including mental health conditions such as low wellbeing, stress, anxiety, or depression. Or physical health conditions such as diabetes, asthma, or arthritis). You do not need a medical diagnosis
You’re entitled to public funds
If you are already in-work, you must have been employed for at least three months before joining
My adviser at Working Well Norfolk always listens to everything I have to say in such a calm way.
He never judges me or tells me what to do but is very helpful in seeing the pros and cons of each of my ideas.
He has helped me mentally so much in these past few months and I cannot thank him enough!
Kathy, Working Well Norfolk participant
Working Well Norfolk can help you:
With 1:1 Coaching, advice and guidance
We’re beside you every step of the way
Identify your skills
Uncover your strengths to find the right job
Make a great first impression
Create a winning CV and prepare for interview
Rebuild your confidence
Boost your self-belief, resilience and wellbeing
Connect with local employers
Meet with businesses who are looking to recruit
Access in-work support
Once you start in work, we’ll help you settle and progress in your new role
Overcome challenges
Practical assistance to navigate any obstacles in your way
Stay in work
If you’re in-work but struggling due to your health condition, we can help
Return to work
If you’re employed but on long-term sickness absence, we can help you return to the workplace
Please note that the Working Well Norfolk pilot project no longer accepts referrals. If you are looking for employment support, please visit the new Working Well Norfolk Connect to Work webpage to find out more.
If you’re facing barriers to work and would like a helping hand, our Work and Health Programme – Pioneer will support you to find the right job and reach your true potential.
If you’re of working age and have a health issue or disability creating barriers to work, our Work and Health Programme will guide and support you to find the right job and reach your true potential.
If you’ve been in receipt of Universal Credit or Jobseeker’s Allowance for six months or more, the Restart Scheme will help you build confidence, improve your skills and support you to find a job which is right for you.
