Stretched job centre staff struggling to get disabled people into work

Job centre staff are struggling to find suitable employment opportunities for disabled individuals, particularly those with long-term health conditions requiring flexibility and support. Data from the Department for Work & Pensions indicates a decline in job seekers finding work. The shortage of employers providing workplace support for disabled individuals poses challenges for overwhelmed work coaches managing increasing caseloads. Welfare system reforms aim to shift focus to employment support, but concerns remain about the limited time and resources available to assist disabled job seekers effectively.