Connecting people and employers across Devon to create meaningful, paid employment.

How We Can Help

Connect to Work helps people build confidence, develop skills and overcome barriers to work, while supporting employers to recruit inclusively and access the support they need to grow their workforce. Whether you're looking for work, recruiting staff, or seeking support to stay in work, we're here to help you.

Funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), the programme also supports people who are currently in work but at risk of losing their jobs, helping them stay in employment.

Ready to get started? Get in touch today.

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for employers

I would like to find out more about Connect to Work

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devon residents

I need help to find or stay in work

About the programme

What is Connect to Work?

Connect to Work is a voluntary supported employment programme designed to help people with disabilities, health conditions, or additional employment support needs find and sustain meaningful work.

By integrating work, health, and skills support, the programme aims to improve employment outcomes and reduce economic inactivity.

Looking for more information?

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How it Works

Our process ensures a smooth journey from identifying your needs to successful long-term employment.

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for employers

See how the process works for employers

FOR PARTICIPANTS

See how the process works for participants

Success Stories

Connect to Work pays ‘dividends’! A Supported Return to Accountancy

Connect to Work

A fully qualified accountant, out of work for several years, was keen to rebuild their career. While highly skilled, they needed a gradual and supportive route back into employment. Through Connect to Work, the focus was on finding not just a vacancy—but the right employer who could offer flexibility and understanding.

— Connect to Work

Key Outcomes:

A Flexible Recruitment Approach
Positive Outcomes for All
Lasting Impact for Employers

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Our Next Events

Upcoming Employer Events in Devon

Join us for upcoming events focused on employment and skills training. Stay tuned for dates and locations to get involved and support local initiatives.

lunch and learn 17 september 2026 poster

Inclusive Recruitment and Retention

17th September 2026 · 12:00-12:30

Join the Connect to Work Employer Engagement Team and guest speaker Andrew Holland from Send Me 2 Work for this free informative session

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Lunch and Learn poster 22 september 2026

Refugees and Resettlement

22nd September 2026 · 12:00-12:30

Join the Connect to Work Employer Engagement Team and guest speaker Katy Woolley from Pickwell Foundation for this free informative session

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Lunch and Learn poster 28 september 2026

Homelessness and Employment

28th September 2026 · 12:00-12:30

Join the Connect to Work Employer Engagement Team and guest speaker Claire Fisher from Encompass SW for this free informative session

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Carers and Employment

7th October 2026 · 12:00-12:30

Join the Connect to Work Employer Engagement Team and guest speaker Claire Cowen-Brown from Devon Carers for this free informative session

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Neurodiversity in the Workspace

15th October 2026 · 12:00-12:30

Join the Connect to Work Employer Engagement Team and guest speaker Andrew Holland from Send Me 2 Work for this free informative session

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Being a Mindful Manager

22nd October 2026 · 12:00-12:30

Join the Connect to Work Employer Engagement Team and guest speaker Andrea Adey from NHS for this free informative session

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Ready to rethink recruitment? 28 Jan 2027 poster

Employer Discovery online event

28th January 2027 · 11:30-12:30

Devon Employers – Let’s Connect! Looking to grow your business and access local talent? Join us at our Employer Discovery Event

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Connecting people and employers across Devon to create meaningful, paid employment.

How We Can Help

About the programme

What is Connect to Work?

How it Works

Success Stories

Connect to Work pays ‘dividends’! A Supported Return to Accountancy

Key Outcomes:

Our Next Events

Upcoming Employer Events in Devon

Inclusive Recruitment and Retention

Refugees and Resettlement

Homelessness and Employment

Carers and Employment

Neurodiversity in the Workspace

Being a Mindful Manager

Employer Discovery online event

Collaborating under the Get Britain Working Strategy to deliver supported employment services.