Provider mapping

wdt_ID wdt_created_by wdt_created_at wdt_last_edited_by wdt_last_edited_at Programme Company Type of support Location
1admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMAbriAbri Housing AssociationAbri tenants and families looking to improve their employability, gain new skills, and secure better job opportunities.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
2admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMAcre (Autism centre for research on employment)University of PortsmouthACRE was developed to address the gap in provision for autistic adults in terms of employment, and to facilitate job retention by developing tools to support employers in the process of making work adaptations tailored to their autistic employees.Portsmouth
3admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMAdult Community LearningDirect delivery and commissioned providersCourses for Adult learners 19+ to help develop the skills and confidence to find work.Isle of Wight
4admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMAdults Employment HubSouthampton City Council50+ Claiming Universal Credit at Southampton Jobcentre.Southampton
5admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMApprenticeship Levy (Growth and Skills Levy)IWC pay budgetTraining and development with an opportunity for individuals to combine practical training in a job with study.Isle of Wight
6admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMBusiness and Intellectual Property Centre (BIPC)Southampton City CouncilOffer comprehensive business information and tailored support to entrepreneurs, startups, and SMEs, including expert guidance on Intellectual Property matters.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
7admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMBreakout YouthBreakout YouthLGBTQ+ young people’s service for 11–25-year-olds. Providing a safe and non-judgmental space for YP to be themselves.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
8admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCommunity Future Opportunities (CFO) Community HubsShaw TrustParticipants can engage with CFO across the south-east area at a pace which suits their rehabilitation journey, with tailored support to help overcome personal barriers. Activities and interventions available include housing, financial support and education and employment.Portsmouth, Southampton
9admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCFO EvolutionShaw TrustOffenders 18 years and above and working with probation with complex needs who are considered disadvantaged and face barriers to successful reintegration into their local communities. Prison Leaver Hub in Southampton.Portsmouth, Southampton
10admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMChoose EmployabilityShaping PortsmouthProviding support to specific cohorts of people to offer support and pathways into employment.Portsmouth
11admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCitizens Advice Solent East (CASE)MaPS (Money Advice)A dedicated service providing effective financial guidance to individuals.Portsmouth
12admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCitizens Advice Solent East (CASE)Housing/Welfare benefitsA support service with the aim of improving access to early social welfare and family legal support and advice.Portsmouth
13admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCitizens Advice Solent East (CASE)Generalist ServicesThe main expected outcomes will: reduce the financial pressures caused by pandemic recovery and cost of living crisis and supporting community resilience.Portsmouth
14admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCitizens Advice Solent East (CASE)Armed Forces Covenant Forces Home StraightThe provision of a dedicated advice service to the Armed Forces Community (including regular personnel, reservists, veterans, their families and bereaved) across Hampshire.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
15admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCitizens Advice Solent East (CASE)Veterans FoundationThe provision of a dedicated advice service to the Armed Forces Community (including regular personnel, reservists, veterans, their families and bereaved) in and around Portsmouth.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
16admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCitizens Advice Solent East (CASE)Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Serving Families On the MoveThe provision of a dedicated service that aids Service families throughout their relocation to Portsmouth and surrounding locations.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
17admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCity of Portsmouth CollegeCity of Portsmouth CollegeA range of supported employability programmes:
Ÿ   SWAPS
Ÿ   Providing support and training into different pathways of employment
Ÿ   Supporting the furthest away from the job market
Ÿ   Kings Trust Team programme for 19–24 NEETs
Ÿ   Online Vocationally Related programmes to upskill into work or higher position roles.
Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
18admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMCommunity Learning Service Portsmouth City CouncilAim is to provide high quality learning experiences for adults living and working in and around Portsmouth.
 
Community Learning Courses include:
 
Ÿ  Health and Wellbeing: strategies to build confidence and mindfulness confidence building and mindfulness
Ÿ  Digital skills: from absolute beginners to advanced spreadsheets.
Ÿ  Family Learning and Parenting: how children learn and how they can be supported
Ÿ  ESOL: non-accredited English for Communication
Ÿ  Introduction to Functional Skills: skills checks in English and maths
Ÿ  Improve Your Skills: CV Writing and interview ready
 
Accredited Courses

Functional Skills English and maths from entry levels up to level 2
Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene
A range of other qualifications that support progression into career paths.
Portsmouth
19admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMConnect to WorkWill be commissioned on the IOW. Provided directly by the
local authority in Portsmouth and Southampton
Connect to work will be a voluntary, high-fidelity supported employment programme.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
20admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMDWP/National Careers Service (NCS) Redundancy SupportLocal Job Centres/ NCSProvide support to individuals facing redundancy, helping them find new employment opportunities, access training, and manage their finances during the transition.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
21admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMDWP Probation ProjectDWP, Probation and Hampshire Crime Commissioners Violence Reduction Unit (VRU)Offenders with complex needs who are involved in the justice system. The program aims to support these individuals in their rehabilitation journey by providing employment and welfare support to help them reintegrate into society.Southampton
22admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMDWP SWAP (Sector Based Work Academy Programme)Southampton City Council/ Local Job CentresPre-employment training, a work experience placement, and a guaranteed job interview for job seekers 18+ to gain skills and experience in specific sectors where there are job vacancies.Southampton
23admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMDWP/ Family HubsLocal JCPs/ Family HubsBringing together local services and advice for babies, children, young people and their families.Southampton
24admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMEmploy AbilityEnable AbilityInter Active specialist Into Work team strive to open up paid employment opportunities for candidates with mild to moderate learning and/or physical disabilities including autism.Portsmouth
25admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMEmployment Support for Drug and Alcohol Services (ESDAS)Southampton City Council16+ Receiving structured treatment from CGL or DASH. Can be employed or unemployed.Southampton
26admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMEmpowering EmploymentMinstead TrustSupport people with learning disabilities and autism to build skills, receive training and work towards meaningful employment.
Work with businesses to help them bridge employment gaps, empower individuals and reshape workplace inclusivity.
Portsmouth, Southampton
27admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMEnable Ability-Social EnterpriseEnable AbilityEnable Ability Employment Advisors team strive to open up paid employment opportunities for candidates with mild to moderate learning and/or physical disabilities. including people with autism.Portsmouth
28admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMF.I.T. to WorkYMCA Fairthorne GroupWork-readiness coaching for young people living at YMCA utilising NLP techniques.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
29admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMFilm School TrainingUnconfirmedPreparing for the imminent arrival of a new film studio on the IOW by developing a skills development programme to address skills gap in local screen production industry.Isle of Wight
30admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMFood Hygiene and Healthy Living Cooking skillsMotiv8Food Hygiene awareness, Basic Cooking Techniques, Safety in the Kitchen, Health and Safety in the workplace, Hospitality Health and safety, Budgeting, Communication, Healthy Living, L1 and L2.Portsmouth
31admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMGo for GrowthDigital IslandsSustainable growth for microbusinesses, small businesses and VSCE’s.Isle of Wight
32admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMHope StreetHope StreetProviding trauma-informed environment for women involved in the justice system with specialist support, workplace skills, therapies, and wellbeing activities.Southampton
33admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMHTP Apprenticeship CollegeHTP Apprenticeship CollegeIndependent apprenticeship training provider supporting those starting or progressing careers in current roles.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
34admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMIntegrated Mental Health Employment Service (IMHES)Southampton City Council18+ Open to Community Mental Health Team or Early Intervention in Psychosis Team. No benefit restrictions. Can be employed or unemployed.Southampton
35admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMIOW Youth HubIOW Youth TrustHolistic wellbeing and employment support to move 18–24-year-olds on out-of-work benefits into sustained employment.Isle of Wight
36admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMJACCity of SanctuaryProject promotes integration, reduce social isolation and build skills through employment and volunteering opportunities, empowering individuals and promoting friendship and well- being.Portsmouth
37admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMKings TrustItchen Six Form College12 Week personal development course for the chance to gain new skills, take a qualification and meet new people.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
38admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMLandsec FuturesPompey in the Community/Gunwharf Management GroupLandsec Futures is a transformative 12-week initiative designed to empower individuals with additional needs to acquire essential life and professional skills to move into volunteering and employment.Portsmouth
39admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMLearning Disability Support CentrePeople Matter IWASDAN Awards to provide learning for people over 18 with a Learning Disability/ Autism in life skills, living independently, volunteering, getting a job.Isle of Wight
40admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMLifeworks ProgrammeRoyal British LegionLifeworks support members of the Armed Forces community and their families by providing employment support
services, which helps ex-Service personnel transition into the workplace. They also offer specialist advice and have relationships with selected employers.
Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
41admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMLocal Supported Employment (LSE)Southampton City Council18+ Learning disability and/or autism (formal diagnosis NOT required).
Unemployed. Can be outside of Southampton (Totton, Eastleigh, Hedge End etc.)
Southampton
42admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMMotiv8 Portsmouth Youth Futures Hub ConstructionMotiv8Health and Safety in a Construction Environment. Gateway for further training or study. CSCS Cards.Portsmouth
43admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMMultiplyIW CollegeAdults aged 19 and over who lack a GCSE in Maths at grade c/4.Isle of Wight
44admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMMusic FuturesAspire Creative HubThe project provides training, mentoring, and hands-on experience in music and creative arts, preparing young people for future employment or self-employment within the creative industries on the Isle of Wight.Isle of Wight
45admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMNational Careers ServicePortsmouth City CouncilCareers advicePortsmouth
46admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMNational Careers ServiceNational Careers ServiceProvide Careers information, advice and guidance.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
47admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMNHS Talking Therapies (Steps2Wellbeing)NHSEmployment Advisors available for individuals receiving support from NHS Talking Therapies.Southampton
48admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMNHS Talking Therapies PortsmouthSolent MindProvide support to Talking Therapies patients to find a job, retain their job, or return to work alongside therapy.Portsmouth
49admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMNo BarriersIsle of Wight CouncilThe aim of No Barriers is to empower people with a disability or a barrier to getting employment to achieve their goals, by offering training and support.Isle of Wight
50admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMNo LimitsNo LimitsOffer free information, advice and help to children and young people under the age of 26 in Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
51admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMPeer development schemeInclusion IOWProgressive programme to support people who were drug and alcohol service users to work as a peer support to others in the service. The end part of this programme does equip people with the skills to gain paid employment within drug/ alcohol/homeless services.Isle of Wight
52admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMPioneer and Work and Health ProgrammeSeetecA support initiative focused on helping economically inactive individuals with disabilities or within specific early access groups find sustained work through a “place and train” approach.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
53admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMPitman TrainingPitmanVarious training course available including CSCS training.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
54admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMPortsmouth City Council Housing SupportPortsmouth City CouncilSupport for Portsmouth City Council tenants looking for work including equipment and training.Portsmouth
55admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMPortsmouth IPS Secondary
Employment Service
Solent MINDPersonalised employment support for people with mental health conditions helping to find a new job and providing a year of support as standard once work commences.Portsmouth
56admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMQuickStartBrockenhurst CollegeQuickstart provides a range of programmes across Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset to help job seekers gain employment or progress into further education or an apprenticeship.Southampton
57admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMRecovery CollegeHampshire and IOW Healthcare Foundation TrustMental health and employment related courses available for mental health clients and professionals.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
58admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMRefugee Employability Programme and Restart - PalladiumFedcap/PalladiumEmployment support for refugees and those granted protection who have arrived through safe and legal routes (REP) and Restart programme.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
59admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMRestartWhitehead Ross EducationDWP funded employment programme.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
60admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMDrug and AlcoholPortsmouth City CouncilEmployment support for adults in active drug and alcohol rehabilitation.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth
61admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMRough Sleeper Initiative (RSI)Southampton City Council18+ Street homeless, risk of homeless, or homeless within the last 2 years.Southampton
62admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSafe New FuturesSafe New FuturesFree online programmes designed to help people overcome obstacles, improve mental health, and open doors to new opportunities in employment, education or training.Portsmouth, Southampton
63admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSaints FoundationSaints FoundationSupporting various cohorts aged 16+ who are not in education, employment, or training, to develop their employability and life skills.Southampton
64admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSalvation ArmyPortsmouth CitadelProvides support to people in need through food, shelter and community services.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth
65admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMShaped by SolentShaping PortsmouthTo teach business skills to SEND Pupils and demonstrate their employability to businesses.Portsmouth
66admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSkills BootcampsSolent Growth PartnershipFree, flexible courses for adults aged 19+. Courses deliver top class training, co-designed with employers, to respond to skills shortages.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
67admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSkills for WorkSovereign Housing SNGExtensive outputs and outcomes for Underemployed, unemployed and inactive e.g. reducing barriers to employment, training courses, support to gain employment.Isle of Wight
68admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSkills Hubsmotiv8Free and accessible support to build soft skills and interpersonal skills.Portsmouth
69admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSovereign Network Group (SNG)Sovereign Network Group Housing Association / Southampton City CouncilSNG tenants and families looking to improve their employability, gain new skills, and secure better job opportunities. Clients can access a variety of additional support including Benefits advice, Debt support, Digital skills upskilling, Financial inclusion, Employment skills, Food and Heating Vouchers.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
70admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSouthampton Solent UniversitySouthampton Solent UniversitySouthampton Solent University is an access University, offering a range of courses with employment pathways including undergraduate, apprenticeships and cadetships.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
71admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSouthampton Voluntary ServicesSouthampton Voluntary ServicesSouthampton Voluntary Services (SVS) is the infrastructure organisation for the local voluntary, community and social enterprise sector (VCSE) in Southampton.Southampton
72admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSpecialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) IPSSouthampton City Council18+ Open to Specialist Community Forensic Team. No benefit restrictions. Can be employed or unemployed.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
73admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSuit YourselfUnlocked SolutionsSupporting women wishing to return to work – externally funded 10-week support programme.Isle of Wight
74admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMSupported InternshipsTaunton College, Choices College, South Hampshire College Group, Totton CollegeWork based study programme for people aged 16–24. Aimed at helping learners to take the first steps from education to the world of work.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
75admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMThe Forces Employment CharityRoyal British LegionThey support members of the Armed Forces community by providing their employment support service, which helps ex- Service personnel transition into the workplace.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
76admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMThe King’s TrustThe King’s TrustYoung people aged 11 to 30 to develop their skills, confidence, and employability.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
77admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMThe Pan Employability ProjectPan TogetherThis reaches out and works with individuals with complex barriers to employment in the Isle of Wight’s most disadvantaged area, supporting them to move closer or into employment.Isle of Wight
78admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMThe You Trust (Paragon)Isle of Wight Council
Office of Police and Crime Commissioner
Community-based domestic abuse services providing crisis and longer-term support
Group-based programmes
Accommodation-based domestic abuse services Services for children and young people
Assessment of risk and need and appropriate safety and care planning
Training, prevention and awareness-raising activities
Static online information and interactive virtual services.
Isle of Wight
79admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMUK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF)Southampton City Council18+ Not worked for 4 weeks or more (economically inactive).Southampton
80admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMUniversity of SouthamptonUniversity of SouthamptonKnown for cutting-edge research in fields like engineering, oceanography, health sciences, and sustainability.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
81admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMVeteran Employment SupportThe Poppy FactoryEmployment support for veterans – training, employability, in work support.Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Southampton
82admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMWorkers Educational Association (WEA) Adult LearningWEABringing adult education within reach of everyone that needs to local communities.Southampton
83admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMWork and Health ProgrammePortsmouth City CouncilEmployment support for adults with health issues and/or disabilities.Portsmouth
84admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMWork ClubsSouthampton City CouncilOpen to anyone. Community based employment support drop-ins across the city.Southampton
85admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMWorking Towards WellbeingOsel Enterprises LtdSupporting people 16+ with mental health to retain, gain, return to work, volunteering training or education.Isle of Wight
86admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMWorkwiseYou TrustSupported into volunteering and paid employment. Focuses very much on sustaining employment and not just finding.
Covers both LD and Autism/ND.
Portsmouth
87admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMYJS Construction programmeYouth Justice ServiceConstruction training, work experience on site and CSCS courses provided to those known to the Youth Justice ServicePortsmouth, Southampton
88admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMYoung Adults Employment HubSouthampton City Council18–24 Claiming Universal Credit at Southampton Jobcentre.Southampton
89admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMYouth EmploymentShaping Portsmouth, Unloc, Youth CabinetTo provide 14–17-year-olds with experience of working, and place 20 individuals into work placements.Portsmouth
90admin13/02/2026 12:31 PMadmin13/02/2026 12:31 PMYouth OptionsYouth OptionsWe work with young people aged 12 to 25, providing accredited qualifications that support their personal and educational development. For those aged 16 to 25, we also offer employability programmes that combine accredited learning, paid work experience, and tailored support to meet a wide range of individual needs.Southampton
ProgrammeCompanyType of supportLocation