Intern Spotlight✨
Meet Hugo who is interning as a catering assistant in Ingredients Cafeteria! Hugo is having a great term, and is looking forward to take on more responsibilities at his placement!
#SupportedInternship #DFNprojectSearch #Inclusivity #ASD #LearningDisabilities
We are half way thorough the second term! What an incredible milestone. Let’s have a look back, whilst our interns are on break 💫🌟
#SupportedInternship #Employment #Autism #ASD #LearningDisabilities
Intern Spotlight✨
Meet TJ who is interning as a catering assistant in Ingredients Restaurant!
#SupportedInternship #DFNprojectSearch #Inclusivity
Yesterday’s open day was a brilliant turnout- thank you to everyone who attended. It was a brilliant way to for the interns to showcase the skills they’ve learnt and their progress!
#SupportedInternship #SupportedInternship #Inclusion #Neurodiversity #Autism
Intern Spotlight✨
Meet Jelena who is interning as a library assistant and administrator! Jelena has been working hard and learning new skills.
Welcome to the first newsletter of the year!
From intern placement highlights to the winner of the Gesh Care Award: Respect, plus the events Project SEARCH has been part of — read on to catch up!
#SupportedInternship #LearningDisabilities #Autism #ADHD #Neurodiversity
Saige has been doing a fantastic job in their first rotation. Here they are maintaining equipment stock levels in the Speech and Language Therapy Paediatric department.
#SupportedInternship #Neurodiversity
Thank you Phoebe from Love4Life for speaking to our interns! We had a great discussion on the community network that Love4Life provides, and the importance of connection and visibility.
#Inclusivity #Neurodiverisity #Autism #LearningDifferences
Join our open day on January 21, 2026, from 12–2pm to meet staff, current interns, and enjoy refreshments.
We look forward to seeing you.
#SupportedInternship #Recruitment #Neurodivergent #WorkExperience #Inclusivity
Gigi has been involved in a wide range of admin tasks at Smoking Cesssation.
Here’s a glimpse into what a typical day looks like for her & the kinds of responsiblities she handles.
Gigi is doing amazingly & her work contributed towards a positive change!
#ProjectSearch #SupportedInternship
It’s #UKDisabilityHistoryMonth
This month we recognise and celebrate the contributions, achievements and lived experiences of people with disabilities.
#Autism #LearningDifferences #ASD #Dyslexia #Dyspraxia #ADHD #Neurodiversity #SupportedInternship #Inclusivity
This week at Project SEARCH our amazing alumni intern Cal came in to chat with the interns about relationships in the workplace and maintaining healthy, professional boundaries.
Thank you Cal for an insightful morning!
#Autism #LearningDifferences #SupportedInternship
We’re at the Access All Areas Careers Fair today at Twickenham,
It’s great to be here- we can’t wait to meet everyone and talk all things career growth!
#AccessAllAreas2025
#CareersFair #Autism #LearningDifferences #ASD #Dyslexia #Dyspraxia #ADHD #Neurodiversity #SupportedInternship
A big congratulations to TJ who has passed his Level 2 hygiene safety and hygiene course! What a brilliant achievement 👏
#Autism #LearningDifferences #ASD #Dyslexia #Dyspraxia #ADHD #Neurodiversity #SupportedInternship
It’s #PurpleTuesday 💜and we are celebrating our commitment to disability inclusion and accessibility in the customer experience!
At Project Search we emphasise the importance of having employees of all abilities and differences in the workforce.
#Autism #Neurodiversity #SupportedInternship
Here’s another look at how the first term has been going for our interns!
Our interns have been growing in their roles across the hospital, taking on a wide range of responsibilities.
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@stgeorgestrust
#Autism #SupportedInternship
Exciting news- applications are open for our 2026–27 Supported Internship!
If you or anyone you know would like to be on DFN Project Search, please get in touch.
📩 Contact us at:
projectsearch@stgeorges.nhs.uk
matthew.kaye@stgeorges.nhs.uk
📲 07360 159940
#ProjectSEARCH #SupportedInternship
What a successful term so far!
Our intern TJ, who has joined the team as a catering assistant in Ingredients Restaurant, said “My favourite part has been serving the customers- I really enjoy talking to people.”
#ASD #SupportedInternship #LearningDifferences
One of our interns, working as an administrative assistant, shared that her favourite part of the term so far has been experiencing new hands-on tasks;
“I find it really exciting learning about the websites and software used in the MacMillan Centre.” says Jelena
#ASD #SupportedInternship
Today is World Mental Health Day!
We’re reminded that mental health matters for everyone, everywhere— including neurodivergent individuals.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #SupportedIntership #MentalHealthMatters #Autism #Neurodiversity #ASD #LearningDifferences #SupportedEmployment
It’s Dyslexia Awareness Week!
Dyslexia is a neurological difference that affects reading, writing, and spelling skills. People with dyslexia often have strong problem-solving and creative thinking abilities.
Let’s promote awareness, empathy, and inclusive practices in every environment.
Workplaces are stronger when they welcome every ability. This #NDEAM, we recognise the importance of creating opportunities, breaking barriers, and embracing inclusion. Together, we can build a future of equity for all.
#NDEAM
It’s Stoptober! Our intern at the Smoking Cessation stall St George’s. Quitting is easier with the right support- at the stall you can find out what’s on offer to help individuals that would like to quit.
#Stoptober #SupportedEmployment #Internship #Autism
ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that can show up in different ways. By understanding and embracing this diversity, we can create a more supportive and inclusive world for everyone with ADHD.
#ADHD #ADHDAwarenessMonth
Interns are settling nicely into their first rotations.
#supportedinternship #supportedemployment #autism #neurodiversity #learningdisability #learningdifficulty #adhd #dyslexia #dyspraxia #neurodivergent
A little look back at last week, Interns had Health & Safety and Infection Control training.
#supportedinternship #supportedemployment #autism #neurodiversity #learningdisability #learningdifficulty #adhd #dyslexia #dyspraxia #neurodivergent
Interns made sure they knew their fire routes today during their fire safety training
#supportedinternship #supportedemployment #autism #neurodiversity #learningdisability #learningdifficulty #adhd #dyslexia #dyspraxia #neurodivergent
Training is underway, interns got stuck in with Dave during their manual handling training.
#supportedinternship #supportedemployment #autism #neurodiversity #learningdisability #learningdifficulty #adhd #dyslexia #dyspraxia #neurodivergent
Today we welcomed our new cohort, it was a jam packed day full of nerves and excitement.
#supportedinternship #supportedemployment #autism #neurodiversity #learningdisability #learningdifficulty #adhd #dyslexia #dyspraxia #neurodivergent
Only one more week until we welcome a brand new cohort.
We can’t wait to see what this year brings!
#supportedinternship #supportedemployment #autism #neurodiversity #learningdisability #learningdifficulty #adhd #dyslexia #dyspraxia #neurodivergent
