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From Opportunity to Employment – Building inclusive workplaces together
Malmaison Reading
September 15, 2026
10:00 AM
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Submitted by: Breakthrough Supported Employment

Event details

Explore Supported Employment, inclusive recruitment and recent employment law developments at this informative employer engagement event.

Join us for an engaging employer engagement event designed to help businesses discover the benefits of recruiting and supporting neurodiverse talent. Learn how our Supported Employment Service works in partnership with employers to provide tailored recruitment support, workplace guidance, and ongoing assistance that creates successful, sustainable employment outcomes.

The event will feature speakers exploring

The business case for neurodiversity, recent changes in employment law and practical guidance on creating fair and inclusive recruitment and workplace practices for neurodiverse applicants and employees.

Hear from local employers and also participate in facilitated round-table discussions, offering the opportunity to share experiences, explore challenges and discuss practical ways to create more inclusive employment opportunities.

Who should attend: Employers, HR professionals, recruiters, hiring managers, business owners and anyone with responsibility for recruitment or workforce inclusion.

We look forward to welcoming the following speakers

Sarah Luscombe

Learning and Development Officer, Bracknell Forest Council

Topic : The business case for neurodiversity

Lucy White

Senior solicitor, Clarks legal

Topic: Navigating Change: Recruitment, Probation, and the Employment Rights Act.

Lucy White, Senior Solicitor at Clarks legal will be joining us to provide an essential update for HR professionals and business leaders on managing recruitment and probation in light of changes coming under the Employment Rights Act, and to provide practical guidance on navigating this fairly for neurodiverse applicants and employees.

Roundtable discussions

Networking opportunities

Whether you’re looking to build a more inclusive workforce or simply learn more, we’d love to connect with you.

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