Autism Plus Knaresborough (formerly known as Easi Works) is a social enterprise offering training and work placements for young adults with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions.

Autism Plus Knaresborough

Training and Work Placements

In 2024, we brought all of our services together in one location, allowing us to offer more cohesive and comprehensive support. From placements in our Chocolate Studio to personalised guidance from our internal Employment Support team, we now provide an integrated approach to help young adults build essential work skills, gain real-world experience, and develop the confidence they need to achieve their personal goals. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way.

We offer specialised training and work placements tailored for young adults with autism, learning disabilities, and mental health conditions, helping you to gain valuable practical experience and skills in a supportive environment.

Meaningful Activities

We offer a variety of engaging activities, such as training and work palcements, arts and crafts, music, media, and horticulture, all supported by our experienced team. These activities are designed to build your confidence, creativity, and social skills.

Individual Plans

Every trainee works with us to create a personalised plan based on their unique goals and aspirations. We're committed to supporting you in achieving these goals and helping you grow in the areas that matter most to you.

Progression

Our programmes are designed to boost your confidence and social skills, helping to prepare you for success in whatever path you choose.

Access to our internal employment support team

We believe everyone deserves the chance to succeed in their chosen career. Our Employment Support team is here to guide you through job searching, interview preparation, and everything else you'll need to move towards employment.

Opportunities in our chocolate studio

We partner with the on-site chocolate studio at Park House Barns, offering supported work placements where you can gain hands-on experience in chocolate manufacturing, packaging, and labelling products for sale.

Placements in our chocolate shop and cafe

Trainees also have the opportunity to gain valuable customer service and retail experience working at our Autism Plus chocolate shop and café in Easingwold.

Admin and external placements

For those interested in administration or external business roles, we offer placements that help develop confidence, skills and prepare you for future career opportunities.

Location

We are based in Knaresborough: Firecrest House, Lingerfield Business Park, Market Flat Lane, Scotton, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9JA

Making a Referral

To enquire about a placement at Autism Plus Knaresborough please complete the form:

"The staff are fantastic and as always went the extra mile to make sure everyone had a brilliant time"

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