Hope Agency

HOPE (Helping Others Progress in Employment) Agency is a supported employment agency provided by South Gloucestershire and Stroud College (SGS). We support clients with learning difficulties / disabilities and mental health issues to find and retain stable, long-term employment with inclusive companies and roles that match their skill set.

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How HOPE Works?

HOPE is a non-profit agency that focuses on supporting the talent and skills of our clients and matching them with inclusive organisations.

We work with clients that have self-referred or been referred from various sources, including DWP, schools, colleges, Job Centre Plus, and Youth Services.

Our recruitment opportunities are with organisations that are committed to looking beyond disabilities to find the best person for the job.

Clients

To register with HOPE, you must be 19+ and have a learning difficulty, learning disability, or mental health condition, with a desire for paid employment.

Client Support

An initial assessment to create a personalised employment support plan.
Matched with an Employment Job Coach for 1-on-1 support.
Pre-employment training such as interview skills, CV writing, and workshops.
Ongoing support with regular check-ins and reviews of the employment support plan.

Employers

HOPE Agency helps employers build a diverse workforce by providing access to talented candidates not often reached through traditional recruitment channels.

Free service

HOPE Agency services are free for both employers and clients. We provide continuous support even after employment begins.

Work with a professional, dedicated, and friendly team

We tailor our support to the individual, ensuring the best match for both employers and clients.

Job Coaching

Our support continues after employment, offering job coaching to help with training or personal development needs.

Case Studies

"Charlie has done so well that we created an opportunity for him with a paid contract. This is a great opportunity for students to gain real-life work experience."

Apply to the HOPE Agency

To apply, you must be 19+ with a learning difficulty, disability, or mental health condition and a desire for paid employment.

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Referral criteria:

Not in education, training, or employment.
Aged 19+ and ready to work within 9 months.
Have a barrier to work (learning difficulty/disability or mental health condition).
Referred by a professional or self-referral.