Careers and Coffee - Bournemouth (SEND Focused Event)

A free careers information event for young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) and their families. Careers & Coffee Real Conversations. Informed Guidance. Confident Next Steps. For young people aged 14 - 25 (Years 10+) and their parents/carers, with a warm welcome also extended to young people aged 11+ (from Year 7 onwards) who want to start exploring future opportunities early. Join Dorset Careers Hub and local education, training and support providers for an informal and welcoming event focused on helping young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) understand the opportunities and support available as they prepare for adulthood. Attendees will receive practical information, guidance and advice on education, training, employment pathways and local support services, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions in a relaxed community setting. What You'll Discover ✔ Post-16 and post-18 education and training options ✔ Supported internships and supported employment opportunities ✔ Apprenticeships and vocational pathways ✔ Independent living and preparation for adulthood support ✔ Local SEND services and organisations ✔ Information, advice and guidance from specialist providers ✔ Practical support to help plan future next steps Who Should Attend? Ideal for: • Young people with SEND in Years 10+ (ages 14 - 25) • Parents, carers and families supporting future planning Also welcome: • Young People with SEND from Year 7 onwards (ages 11+) and their families who would like to explore future pathways early Why Attend? Enjoy light refreshments in an informal community venue, meet organisations supporting young people's futures, and leave with the information to help plan the next step with confidence. Free to attend. Friendly, informative and open to all. Unable to join us on this date? Check out our other locations and dates, here.