Starting Wednesday 4 November, 2026

Mental Health UK offers an award winning, holistic employment service called Into Work.

This service supports people who might be struggling with their mental health and wellbeing get back into employment

You must:

• Live in Gravesend or Harrow

• Age 18+

• Not in full-time education

• Live with a mental health condition (diagnosed/undiagnosed) or experience regular daily struggles

• Would like to get back into employment

‘‘If eligible, you will be invited for an informal chat with an employment specialist to discuss your present situation and what your needs are. We will explore the various options to help you achieve your goals during regular one-to-one meetings and action plans. Into Work is a community-based service tailored to meet the individual’s needs, using a mixture of face-to-face, phone calls and virtual support. Joining our programme is voluntary and you can leave at any point. Your benefit entitlement will not be affected by use of this service.''

Mental Health UK Employment Specialists provide one-to-ones over a period of weeks/months, tailoring a support plan specific to the person, which can include financial matters, housing, social connectedness and much more.

Specialists will also provide the following:

• Creating CVs and completing applications.

• Brokering and seeking job vacancies.

• Access to our online Employment Hub (currently being developed).

• Signposting to training opportunities, including English, Maths and IT skills.

• Signposting for advice and support with in-work benefits and volunteering.

• Support and advice for you and your employer once in work.

• Access to supported employment while retaining disability related benefits.