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Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ is a five times award-winning community focused initiative which aims to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities.  

We deliver courses to help our customers develop their skills and prepare for employment. Our Rebuilding Mental Health courses support people to improve their mental health and our 1:1 counselling service enables people to overcome barriers to employment.

We also work with local businesses to help them become more accessible and to recruit the right staff for their roles. 

Our team are ready and waiting to take your call to start your ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ journey, contact them on t: 01623 499193 e: ±è²¹³Ù³ó·É²¹²â²õ°ª±è´Ç°ù³Ù±ô²¹²Ô»å.²¹³¦.³Ü°ìÌý

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Rebuilding Mental Health

These free courses help you to understand and manage your mental health so you can prepare for future opportunities. 

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Preparing for Work

Our specialist advisors work with you to develop your CV and interview skills and search and apply for jobs. 

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Supporting Employers

We help employers to find suitable candidates and support them to create more accessible work places. 

Developing Independence

We provide access to work experience, volunteering, or a supported return to learning through smaller class sizes, extra support, and one-to-one guidance to build confidence.

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ News

Portland welcomes the Minster to Disability Employment Conference

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ hosted an Employability Conference focused on inclusive employment, showcasing the success of Portland...

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Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Secures 83 Job Starts This Year

We’re proud to share that Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ has helped 83 local people to secure a...

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Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Expands into Kirkby

We're excited to announce that Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ has opened a new hub in Kirkby Library.

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Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Expands Into Newark

We're extremely excited to announce the further expansion of Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ with a new hub...

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Glyn’s Story with Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ

Glyn has been working with the ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ team following a referral from Jobcentreplus to help...

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Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Open New Hub in Worksop

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ were excited to attend the British Chambers of Commerce Awards as national finalists.

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Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Receives National Recognition

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ were excited to attend the British Chambers of Commerce Awards as national finalists.

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ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ wins East Midlands Equality Trailblazer Award

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ wins the British Chamber of Commerce Equality Trailblazer Diversity and Inclusion Awards

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ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ Events

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Meeting and Office Space to Rent

Waterfield House is the home of Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ at Sutton and offers a brilliant, versatile space at affordable prices. 

Whether you want space for a business meeting, interviews, workshops or training sessions, we are available for one-off or regular bookings, any day of the week. 

The Ashfield Room on the ground floor is a large spacious room that can accommodate up to 32 people. It can be split into two smaller rooms to meet your needs with Ash A seating 16-20 people and Ash B seating 10-12 people.

We also have a small 1-2-1 room that can used as a breakout room or for smaller meetings and seats up to 4 people.

Main Meeting Room at Outram Street
Small Meeting Room at Outram Street
Main Meeting Room at Outram Street
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Partnerships

As a community initiative, ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ works in partnership with several organisations and groups locally. 

For example, in 2020, we made the Let’s All Eat Community Foodbank our Charity of the Year and supported them with fundraising, donated thousands of free meals, created Christmas boxes for those most in need and provided the foodbank with space at Waterfield House.  

Crafty Corner (formerly Stitch, Sew, Support) is a community sewing group who have utilised the space at the Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ premises in Sutton – Waterfield House – on a weekly basis for their group sessions.

Academy Transformation Trust FE College use our meeting rooms to deliver training.

Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ also work with Inspire who support the delivery of Rebuilding Mental Health Courses to help people with their mental health.

We work with Derby University to offer clinical placements to students undertaking an MSC in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Portland Assessments

Understanding whether you or your child have autism or ADHD can be a journey filled with questions. Let us help you find clarity and a path forward that meets you or your child’s unique strengths and needs.

We offer private ADHD and autism assessments for children aged 13+. Our approach is relaxed and personalised and as a parent, you will be involved throughout the whole assessment journey. 

There are many reasons you may choose to book an assessment. Our friendly team is here to help you take that positive step towards self-discovery, empowerment and personal growth.

Our certified specialist assessors provide clear, compassionate autism and ADHD assessments to give you the answers, support and resources you need, every step of the way. Whether you need additional support in school, university, work or at home, a diagnosis can unlock a range of essential services that may have been previously unavailable to you or difficult to access. 

Our impact so far

3185

referrals to ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ

579

job starts

1649

Rebuilding Mental Health course enrolments

Our Locations

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ @ Kirkby

Kirkby Library,
Ashfield Precinct
Kirkby-in-Ashfield
NG17 7BQ

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ @ Mansfield

Mansfield Business Centre
Units 346/347
Ashfield Avenue
Mansfield
NG18 2AE

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ @ Newark

Northgate Business Centre Ltd
38-40 Northgate
Newark
NG24 1EZ

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ @ Sutton

Waterfield House
10B Outram Street
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 4AX

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ @ Worksop

The Crossing
Newcastle Street
Worksop
S80 2AT

For more information contact the Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ team
t: 01623 499193 e: pathways@portland.ac.uk

Awards

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ CHAD Award Logo

Community Contribution Award

We were named winners in the Chad Business Awards in 2018 for our impact on our local communities. 

ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ 2020 Award Logo

Commitment to the Community Award

This award in 2019, celebrated the achievements of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ and our contribution to economic development in North Nottinghamshire. 

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Community Impact Award

Achieved in 2020, this award recognises the crucial impact ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ continues to have on the lives of people with disabilities. 

Equality Trailblazer Award

Equality Trailblazer Award

In November 2021 ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ won the British Chamber of Commerce Equality Trailblazer Diversity and Inclusion Awards in the East Midlands regional finals.

Mansfield Business in the Community Award

In November 2024 ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ won the Mansfield Business in the Community Award at Chad Business Excellence Awards.

Enquire about Portland ÌÒ×ÓÊÓÆµ

Phone: 01623 499193  Email: pathways@portland.ac.uk or use our Contact FormÌý³ó±ð°ù±ð.

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