- Increased confidence and well-being
- Financial independence
- Social inclusion and purpose
- Improved mental health
Bedfordshire and Luton IPS Employment Service
Your Path to Meaningful Employment Starts Here. Empowering individuals with mental health conditions to achieve their employment goals.
About the Service
What is IPS?
Individual Placement and Support (IPS) is a proven approach to helping people with mental health challenges find and sustain paid employment.
NHS England – What is IPS employment support?
Key Features
- Personalised Support: Tailored to your needs and goals
- Rapid Job Search: Focus on finding a job quickly
- Integrated Service: Coordinated with your mental health team
- Ongoing Support: Before, during, and after job placement
Address
Charter House
Alma Street
Luton
LU1 2PJ
United Kingdom
Email address
Telephone number
01234 275 427
You can access our service if you:
- Are aged 18+
- Live in Bedfordshire or Luton
- Are currently unemployed
- Are receiving support from a mental health professional within East London NHS Foundation Trust
- Want to return to or start paid employment
We accept:
- Referrals from mental health professionals within ELFT
- Self-referrals if you’re receiving mental health support
We understand how difficult it can be to find the right support when you're out of work.
If you are unemployed and receiving mental health support from ELFT, we’re here to guide you toward meaningful employment.
What we offer:
- 1:1 tailored job coaching
- Help with CVs, interviews, and applications
- Direct links to employers
- Support even after you’ve started working
- Take the first step today.
Whether you’re ready to work or just want to explore your options, we’re here for you.
- Email: elft.employmentservice@nhs.net
- Self-Referral Form: https://forms.office.com/e/UjnaCitK5a