At Thrive for SEND CIC, we specialise in empowering young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities to realise their career aspirations. Unlike traditional services, we focus exclusively on unlocking pathways tailored to their unique strengths and ambitions. Our mission is to ensure every young person has the support and guidance they need to pursue their dreams, no matter the challenges they face.
“Congratulations on developing a programme for young people whose potential has been overlooked for too long”
John Yarhem, Deputy CEO, Careers and Enterprise Company
Our young people deserve better– it is time to take action
Specialised careers information, advice, and guidance (CEIAG) for students with SEND are essential to ensure they have access to the same opportunities as their peers and can achieve their full potential in the workforce. It breaks down barriers to employment, promotes inclusion and diversity, and advances their future.
Students with SEND have unique needs, abilities, and strengths that may not be easily recognised or understood through traditional careers education. Specialised careers advice can help identify these strengths and abilities and provide guidance on how they can be applied to future careers.
The Thrive Vision
At Thrive, we are deeply committed to supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in their journey towards achieving their career goals. We believe in the importance of making careers resources and training genuinely accessible, ensuring that every young person receives the tailored support they need to pursue their dreams.
Our approach is rooted in understanding and compassion, designed to empower these individuals to navigate their pathways in a way that truly works for them.
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But how do we do this?
The Thrive Programme
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Bespoke Online Careers Programme: A tailored, online careers curriculum designed by SEND experts, focusing on neuro-affirming, strengths-based learning. It covers key CEIAG topics such as recognising personal skills, understanding job adverts, creating a CV, and interview preparation.​
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Termly Events Programme: A series of online events providing meaningful, real-life encounters in a safe and supported environment. This ensures SEND students and remote learners can engage with new people in a way that suits their needs.​
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Direct Messaging Service: A dedicated service allowing young people to access their careers advisor throughout the year for guidance and support. Advisors also proactively share relevant opportunities and offer encouragement when needed.
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The Thrive Platform
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AI-Enabled Resource Hub: The Thrive Platform is an AI-powered resource hub specifically designed to support young people with SEND, offering personalised tools and guidance tailored to their unique needs.
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Extensive Information and Resources: The platform hosts a wealth of information, including videos from live employer engagement events and real-life stories of individuals who have overcome challenges to achieve their career goals.
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Interactive and Accessible: With features designed for accessibility, the Thrive Platform ensures that SEND students can easily engage with the content, enhancing their career exploration and development journey.
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The Thrive Network
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Collaborating with Employers: Thrive partners with employers committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce, offering live engagement events and opportunities for young people to connect with potential employers.
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Accessible Resources and Opportunities: We provide accessible resources tailored to individuals at various skill levels, helping them explore and pursue their desired career paths with confidence.
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Enhancing Recruitment Practices: Thrive also works directly with employers to refine their recruitment processes, ensuring they attract a broader range of talented applicants.
The Thrive Difference
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Tailored Career Support: Thrive offers a bespoke service, providing tailored career development support for local authorities, mainstream and special schools, alternative provisions, and home education settings.
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Nationwide Reach: With our services available remotely, we can support young people across the entire UK, ensuring that geography is never a barrier.
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Easy Consultation: To discuss your specific needs, we can arrange a no-obligation online meeting at your convenience. Simply contact us using the details in the footer or click the button to get started.