Jobs for someone with SEN

[Fuzzyhippo]

I'm really struggling with the fact that I'm now in my mid 20s and never had a job. I applied for 70+ jobs before Christmas as found out I was pregnant but no one got back to me. I realised I needed to get my life together but the pregnancy didn't work out so I didn't bother. I left school at 12 due to becoming suicidal, started college at 14 and left at 17 with no qualifications as I fell pregnant. I struggle severely as I was diagnosed as a toddler with low functioning ASD, was non verbal and always struggled with basic skills. I can't be put under any pressure as I snap, especially with PDA. I tried getting my maths and English functioning skills last year but it was too difficult. I struggle with even the most basic of maths, I can't do my 2 times tables for example as my mind blanks out when it comes to numbers. I've tried to learn and try different techniques but nothing has worked. I'm struggling living on £100 a week on PIP with diesel and food prices. I really want to find a job but I feel I'm unemployable due to my struggles. I want to do something I enjoy but will help me to save up. Is there anywhere I could go that helps people with special needs get a job?? I want to work with animals or agriculture but all the ones I've found had ridiculous requirements (5 GCSES above C on minimum wage). I understand nearly every job requires GCSES, but for me it isn't an option so am I being unrealistic thinking I could get a job I would actually enjoy with no qualifications?

Being self employed is also hard work though, registering, submitting accounts, record keeping, insurance, unless someone else takes that side of the business on.

Are you sure attendance is required weekly at JC? Ate there any local charities which support those with mh issues, offering training and support. If you live a distance from opportunities would moving be a possibility, are you eligible for any supported housing schemes.

If you can drive, could you apply to be a taxi driver with a firm ? I don't really know how it works though so you may need to be self employed. Or do some Uber driving?
If you're on the same benefits as my niece I think you can earn a certain amount per week without it impacting your benefits.

Call centre home working

National Autistic Society have specialist people to help you with employment.
They can get you work placements on a paid or voluntary basis.
Also they can run a benefit check - I think you may be entitled to more than you currently get
Good luck ❤️

I'm not clear on why DBS is an issue, I do these for my employer. You need ID e.g passport or driving licence plus DWP letter with NI number plus a bill with your address. Then addresses for last 5 years. Then you declare any convictions

Amazon delivery driving?

Motivation and drive plays a large part and you seem to have plenty of that.
Search for ' Disability Confident' employers too.
Good luck!

You could also have a look at traineeships

Some suggestions - if you are in a housing association property, they often have employment and training support teams (very successful and not time limited, with often excellent links) - have you asked for referral to any of the specialist programmes at the Job Centre? - have you asked for referral to the self-employment programmes, again via Job Centre? - County wide Autistic job clubs? Some counties have very good programmes - DBS not an issue, just have to evidence in a different way - work experience / volunteering to build up your confidence, skills and gain training on the job - plant nurseries, horticultural therapy charities, have you tried these for work, experience in a horticultural setting, which although not agricultural is related - have you looked at local college jobs in departments that deliver courses in the areas you are interested in, as they often have support roles.