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Leicester Work Programme

at Leicester College, LEICESTER · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Entry levelStepping stonesOther1 yearFull time

What the college says

Looking to support you in a work environment, this course aims to support young people with learning disabilities develop the skills needed to become a valued employee. You will also work towards further improving your maths, English and ICT skills and complete recognised qualifications in Functional Skills and employability. We offer supported work placements in a variety of settings, some of our placements are with: Leicester�s University hospitals, city schools, De Montfort University, De Montfort Hall, Morningside Arena and Leicester City Council. You will be assigned a trainer assessor who will support you on your placement to refine the skills required, problem solve, work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

What you need to get on

There are no formal entry requirements, but you must show a commitment to work and be prepared to take part in our travel training programme. At your interview, you will need to show that you can achieve 90% attendance.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A supported starting point if exams have not gone well yet.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Not on the Section 96 list, but a school or college runs it full time, so check the age range with them.

Where it runs

  • Abbey Park Campus

    Painter Street, Leicester, LE1 3WA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Leicester

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