Opportunity
SkillSET
SkillSET @ Orchardville provides employability support to people who have a learning disability, autism or other neurodiverse condition and are looking for a job.
If this sounds like you, we offer activities which help you get ready for the workplace, gain work experience and look for a job. Activities include:
- Employability training to help you make a great CV, and learn about job searching, interviews and communication skills;
- Vocational training in retail, catering, Barista and ICT delivered to small groups;
- Other training courses available include travel training, online safety and money management to improve independence;
- Work experience and volunteering opportunities with a wide range of employers;
- Support to progress into paid work including support all the way through the recruitment process and on the job training and mentoring; and
- There’s support every step of the way from our team of friendly, encouraging and experienced employment officers
Eligibility – SkillSET @ Orchardville can support you if you are 16+, have a learning disability, autism or other neurodiverse condition and need some support with developing your skills to get a job – contact louise.macrory@orchardville.com 07860 952 559
*SkillSET is funded by the UK Government and supports economically inactive people who have a disability or health condition to find a job. Orchardville is delivering SkillSET in partnership with SESNI, a consortium of seven well established and experienced pan-disability organisations.
Opportunity
Workable (NI)
The Workable NI service supports people who have a learning disability, autism or other neurodiverse conditions to sustain and progress within their job. This includes people starting a new job or anyone experiencing challenges at work that could be at risk of losing their job as a result of their disability. Workable NI can also support you if you wish to return to work after a period of absence or if you wish to pursue promotion or a change of role and need support to do so. Our specialist Employment Officers work alongside participants and their employers to create personalised development plans and provide regular mentoring and support sessions to succeed in the workplace. The team also provide disability awareness training and advice around reasonable adjustments to employers.
Eligibility — you can access the Workable NI programme if you’re working more than 10 hours per week for a single employer. Workable NI is available to you if you are aged 16 or over with a disability or other health conditions. If interested contact Suzanne Boyle by email at suzanne.boyle@orchardville.com, or by phone on 07864 614 582.
*Workable NI is funded by the Department for Communities and delivered by Orchardville in partnership with the SESNI consortium.
Upcoming Events
Every Thursday from 7pm
Social Club Belfast
Join us on Thursday nights from 7pm to take part in our Belfast Social Club.
27th February 2026, 7:30pm
Quiz Night Live
Join us for Quiz Night Live on Friday 27th February 2026, from 7:30pm at Knock Golf Club, Belfast.
Every other Thursday from 6pm
Social Club Lisburn
Join us on alternative Thursday nights from 6pm to take part in our Lisburn Social Club.
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