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IPS Focus Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire – Shaw Trust

Individual Placement Support (IPS) is free, personalised job support for people receiving mental health care in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire.

Location & Contact

Phone
01225 263 600
Email
IPSFocus@shaw-trust.org.uk
Website

About

IPS Focus is a free and voluntary employment programme commissioned by the NHS Bath, North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board.

At Shaw Trust, we deliver the service to help people receiving mental health support find and keep paid work.

We offer one to one job support in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire through rapid work search, help with applications and interviews, and ongoing guidance once you start a role. We also work closely with your mental health team so your job search and workplace support match your needs.

What’s included

IPS employment support in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire includes:

  • Personalised career planning: Help with setting up your own vocational plan, tailored to your short- and long-term employment goals.
  • Job searches: Support to find and apply for roles, including CV writing and interview preparation.
  • Employer engagement: We approach local employers, help grow your network and support you to find opportunities that match your strengths.
  • In-work adjustments: Ongoing guidance as you transition into a new or changing role, setting you up for success.
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