Find support Resources What is Access to Work Funding? This page contains information relating to the Access to Work scheme available for disabled people in the UK. We have tried our best to lay out the information available in a convenient and efficient manner, but we always welcome feedback and additions to our resources. Please contact [email protected] with any contributions. This page is divided into five sections: What is Access to Work? Disability Arts Online Access to Work resource BSL information about Access to Work Further resources Campaigns working to improve Access to Work What is Access to Work? Access to Work (AtW) is a government programme delivered by Job Centre Plus which provides advice and a financial grant for practical support to overcome work-related barriers due to disability. It is available to customers with a disability who are in employment or with a job to start. An Access to Work grant can pay for practical support if you have a disability, health, or mental health condition to help you: start working stay in work move into self-employment or start a business How much you get depends on your circumstances. The money doesn’t have to be paid back and will not affect your other benefits. For more detailed information, get in touch with Access to Work or have a look at the official site of the Access to Work scheme. Access to Work website Disability Arts Online's Access to Work Resource We recommend the beginners guide to Access to Work from our friends at DAO. This resource covers Access to Work with focus on the arts and culture sector. Accessible formats include a summary video, Audio, Easy Read and downloadable documents. Explore the full resource BSL information about Access to Work Further information about Access to Work Guide to Access to Work - Giving updated information and cultural context for using this service; includes easy read information Disability Rights UK's fact-sheet on Access to Work Info about AtW for self-employed people, on BASE Information of AtW with Scope Video Guide to Access to Work by Freedom of Speech aimed at employers, but useful for employees too Unlimited Blog Post about Access to Work - Some personal experiences of Shape-supported staff Campaigns & information to improve Access to Work Explore all of our resources Banner image: A table is covered in paper plates, sheets of paper and small glass bottles. Pairs of hands hover above holding pieces of torn paper. Manage Cookie Preferences