Supported Internship Programme

Staff | Students

The Internship programme is for young people aged 16-24 with a Learning Difficulty Assessment or Education, Health and Care plan. They provide a personalised and flexible study programme tailored to meet individual needs and increase the chance of sustaining paid employment upon completion of the programme.

The programme links up with employers to give students with Special Educational Needs the chance to prepare for full-time employment.

The students will be based in ‘The Catcote Metro’ retail outlet upstairs in the training room, which is based in Middleton Grange Shopping Centre. They will be taught for up to1 day per week studying specific vocational qualifications in the area of work they have chosen to train.

They will also have the opportunity to access up to 4 days per week in specific work placements supported with experienced Job Coaches where appropriate.

The Internship is a 12 month programme

CATCOTE ACADEMY

We are committed to and passionate about the learning and progress of our students. Staff and trustees have high aspirations for our learners and we aim to provide a high quality, relevant and balanced education for all our students that focuses on individual, personal and academic achievement that will enhance the life opportunities for our young people as they move into the adult world. There is a happy and positive atmosphere in which students can fulfil their potential and grow in self-confidence with respect for the people and environment around them.