Already Applied to Access to Work? We Can Still Help!
Even if you've already started your Access to Work (ATW) application process, or have even received a grant, Exceptional Individuals is here to ensure you get the most out of your support. Many people believe that once they've engaged with Access to Work, their options for additional help are limited – but that's not the case!
We understand that navigating the ATW system can be complex, and finding the right support can be challenging. That's why we offer comprehensive services designed to complement your existing ATW journey, ensuring you receive the tailored assistance you need to thrive in your workplace.
How We Can Still Support You:
Common Scenarios Where We Can Help:
- You've received an ATW grant but need clear guidance on your next steps and how to best utilise it.
- You're looking for expert advice and a structured plan to navigate the ATW process more confidently.
- Your current ATW-funded support isn't quite meeting your expectations or specific requirements, and you need direction.
- You need specialist coaching or training that aligns with your neurodivergent profile, and you're looking for a trusted provider.
- You want access to reliable resources to help you communicate effectively with Access to Work.
Don't let your current Access to Work status prevent you from getting the comprehensive support you deserve.
Complete the form below so we can support you, regardless of your current ATW status.
Need Help Applying for Access to Work? Let Us Guide You!...
Applying for Access to Work (ATW) can feel overwhelming, with forms to fill, details to gather, and a process that's often unclear. At Exceptional Individuals, we understand these challenges, and we're here to make securing your workplace support straightforward and stress-free, whether you are an employee or self-employed.
We offer a dedicated service to assist you with every step of your ATW application for funding, ensuring you submit a strong, comprehensive request that clearly outlines your needs and maximises your chances of a successful outcome.
How We Simplify Your ATW Application
- Complimentary Workplace Needs Assessment (WNA): When you engage us for essential services like Technology Training, Workplace Coaching, Strategy Co-Coaching, or Awareness Webinars , we provide a complimentary Workplace Needs Assessment for your employee. This crucial virtual evaluation identifies specific needs and barriers related to your neurodivergence, ensuring the support is perfectly tailored.
- Comprehensive Application Support: From gathering necessary documentation to accurately completing forms, we'll guide you through the entire application process. We make sure all essential information is included, leaving no stone unturned. Exceptional Individuals will assist with the ATW application.
- Expert Knowledge & Advocacy: Our team has extensive experience with Access to Work applications. We know what information ATW requires, how to best present your case, and what common pitfalls to avoid. This expertise can significantly improve your application's clarity and effectiveness. We help you articulate your specific workplace needs clearly and persuasively, ensuring ATW fully understands how adjustments will benefit you in your work.
- Saving You Time & Stress: Navigating bureaucracy can be time-consuming and frustrating. By letting us manage the application process, you save valuable time and reduce the stress often associated with applying for grants and support. You can focus on your work and well-being while we handle the paperwork.
- Realistic Timelines: While we assist with the application, please be aware that it typically takes around 9-12 months for ATW to assign an advisor to each case. We will keep you updated throughout. Any delays in the ATW application may affect the timing of service delivery, but we will work to minimise impact and keep you informed. If ATW requires additional information or if there are issues, we will provide guidance in resolving these to facilitate a smooth process.
Why Choose Us?
We have extensive experience in successfully navigating the Access to Work system, and we channel this deep knowledge into empowering you to achieve the support you deserve.
- Your Expert Guides: We've helped countless individuals secure ATW funding, and we turn this firsthand experience into practical guidance for you.
- Employer Support (if employed): If you are employed, we can also support your employer in understanding the ATW process and their role in facilitating your workplace adjustments. We will provide summary recommendations for your employer's approval , ensuring IT compatibility and security restrictions are considered.
- Social Enterprise Impact: As a social enterprise specialising in neurodiversity, every service we deliver, particularly any awarded support through Access to Work like coaching, directly contributes to our mission. This enables us to create a wealth of free content for the neurodiverse community, offer free webinars, and much more. By choosing us, you're not just getting support for yourself; you're helping us uplift the entire community.
- Seamless Support Delivery: To ensure you get the most holistic support, we offer our complimentary workplace assessment when you agree to engage us for awarded services such as coaching, ensuring seamless integration of services.
Our goal is to demystify the process and ensure you feel confident and supported from start to finish.
Let us handle the paperwork so you can focus on your support.
Get started with our ATW application assistance service today.
Maximise Your Access to Work Grant with Our Specialist Support
Already secured an Access to Work (ATW) grant? Fantastic! Now, let Exceptional Individuals help you make the most of it. We offer a comprehensive range of specialist services designed specifically to support neurodivergent individuals in the workplace, and these services can often be fully funded through your ATW grant.
Explore our offerings below to see how we can help you thrive:
Our ATW-Funded Services
- One-to-One Workplace Coaching Our specialist neurodiversity coaching provides personalised support tailored to your unique professional goals and challenges. This can range from executive coaching focused on leadership skills to general workplace coaching addressing daily tasks, communication, and time management. Our experienced coaches, many with neurodivergent lived experience, work with you to build confidence, develop effective strategies, and overcome workplace hurdles, empowering you to reach your full potential.
- Strategy Co-Coaching Beyond individual support, our Strategy Co-Coaching service involves working collaboratively with a manager or key colleague alongside the neurodivergent individual. This fosters greater understanding, builds more supportive working relationships, and ensures that recommended strategies and adjustments are seamlessly integrated and supported by the whole team, leading to more sustainable success.
- Professional Well-being Passport A Professional Well-being Passport is a practical document designed to empower you in the workplace. It outlines your specific needs, preferred adjustments, communication styles, and strategies for maintaining well-being. This tool can be particularly useful when transitioning to new roles, working with new managers, or simply ensuring consistent support. It helps to proactive manage your needs and ensures your support requirements are understood and met across your professional journey.
- Assistive Technology (AT) Training Access to Work often recommends specific assistive technologies to support neurodivergent individuals. Our expert trainers provide practical, hands-on training to ensure you can confidently and effectively use these tools. We focus on skill development and real-world application, helping you integrate new technologies seamlessly into your daily workflow to boost efficiency and reduce effort.
- Disability Training Sessions (e.g., Neurodiversity Awareness for Teams) Beyond individual support, ATW can also fund training and workshops designed to create a more inclusive work environment for everyone. Our Disability Training Sessions, including Neurodiversity Awareness for Teams, educate colleagues and managers about various disabilities and neurodiversity, fostering understanding, empathy, and better communication within the workplace. These sessions help build a supportive culture where neurodivergent individuals can thrive.
Ready to get started? Contact us today for a personalised quote for your ATW-awarded support.