Opening Doors For The Workforce Of The Future
DFN Project SEARCH is a transition to work programme committed to transforming the lives of young adults with a learning disability and autism or both.
2200+
Interns now employed
The reason we fight to create a legacy of lasting change.
140+
Sites
We have successful sites in England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Portugal.
60%
Into fulltime employment
DFN Project SEARCH graduates who achieve full-time permanent roles, compared to the national average of 4.8% of people with a learning disability who are known to local authorities.
10000
Number of interns served By 2030
DFN Project SEARCH aims to support 10,000 young adults with a learning disability, or autism spectrum condition, or both, in the UK into paid employment by 2030. The charity has supported almost 2,000 people into paid employment to date.
#Don’tStopMeNow
We are busting the myth that young people with a learning disability can’t work.
Check out our new campaign here.
Find a Programme
The world of work is ready for you to make your mark.
Find your perfect opportunity today.
Start a Programme
Help change the lives of young adults with a learning disability or autism spectrum condition, or both.
A DFN Project SEARCH team member can present to your local partners to generate excitement and provide knowledge about the programme.
