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Durham was last inspected in June 2024. As part of the inspection process, inspectors received feedback and views from 1,500 children, young people, families and partners. You can read more about the feedback from the inspectors on our Strategies, plans, policies and inspections page.

Young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) moving on to work - supported routes into employment


Planning for a successful future should start as early as possible. It is recommended that conversations about a young person's future should start in Year 9 and involve the young person.

For young people unsure of their next steps during their post-16 education or after completing their education, the council has several teams who can offer supportive advice and guidance. Our DurhamWorks and Durham Enable teams can provide advice and guidance to young people with SEN and not in education, employment or training to explore their college and training options. See our Advice and support services to help young people moving into post-16 education or work page for more information.

When a young person progresses towards adulthood, there are a several routes that are available to support them into employment. Paid work provides a young person financial independence, helps them to meet friends, and benefits their physical and mental health. 

Routes into work

Other employment support



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