PATHWAYS TO WORK
What is Pathways to Work?
Pathways to Work is a referral gateway to support people who are facing health or other personal challenges which affect their working potential.
Whether that is someone experiencing physical or mental health challenges which are affecting their work opportunities, someone in need of a skills refresh following redundancy or a parent wanting to work but needing flexibility – we can help.
Pathways to Work can also help businesses to recruit, retain or support staff to help employees thrive and stay in work.
We help people like Sharon:
What does Pathways to Work involve?
The first step is to complete the referral form below which should take no longer than five minutes. If you have difficulty completing the form, you can email pathways@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk, or if you’d like to speak to one of the team, please call the relevant number below:
Barnsley: 0122 677 5270
Doncaster: 01302 735 554
Rotherham: 01709 264410
Sheffield: 0114 229 6188
Once we receive your form, one of our advisors will review your form to understand your situation and will then contact you to match you with the support you need to help you find work, stay in work or progress in work.
The support you receive will be one-on-one and personalised to you and your situation. Depending on what you need, this could involve support such as physiotherapy, CV and interview skills, digital refresh sessions and more.
How can businesses request support?
If you’re a local business looking to recruit, retain or welcome back employees who are facing barriers to work, the Pathways to Work referral gateway can help to support your workforce and strengthen your business.
Our tailored advice and support programmes can help your employees thrive and stay in work improving their wellbeing, job satisfaction and productivity. We can help you and them to navigate barriers such as: lack of education, skills, experience and employment, mental and physical health, confidence, neurodivergence or lack of flexible employment.
Whether you're navigating workplace adjustments, supporting staff with health conditions, or building a more inclusive workforce, our team is here to support you.
To find out how we can help your business build a strong and resilient team, contact us at: skills@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk.