Why Partnering with Fair Shot is the Key to Inclusive Hiring That Works
Written By Valen Calanche, Head of Employment at Fair Shot
Inclusive Hiring is Hard—Without the Right Support
We all know diversity and inclusion are priorities for businesses today. But when it comes to hiring neurodiverse talent, good intentions alone won’t get you far. Too many companies struggle to build truly inclusive hiring programmes—not because they don’t care, but because they don’t have the right expertise and support to make it work.
That’s where we come in.
At Fair Shot, we specialise in training and supporting young adults with learning disabilities, helping businesses like yours create sustainable, successful hiring strategies. When companies partner with us, they don’t just meet diversity goals—they see higher retention rates, better workplace culture, and stronger teams.
Why Partnering with Experts Matters
Specialist Knowledge = Real Results
DEI initiatives are great, but inclusive hiring takes more than good intentions. It requires deep understanding, tailored training, and the right support system. That’s exactly what we bring to the table. By working with Fair Shot, businesses can:
Match the right talent to the right roles
Equip managers with effective training and ongoing support
Ensure long-term success with continuous collaboration
Without this kind of expert guidance, inclusive hiring programmes often fall short—talent isn’t retained, and workplaces struggle to integrate neurodiverse employees. But when businesses have the right support? That’s when real change happens.
The Numbers Speak for Themselves
After 3 years of placing neurodivergent young adults, with mostly learning disabilities, autism, or ADHD, among other conditions such as Down’s Syndrome, we can proudly share that in the first 2 years:
90% of our ready-for-job graduates have successfully been placed in employment
90% of our employer partners who have trained their entire teams and managers have created sustainable places for our graduates and they remain after the year in their business
78% of our employer partners stated that they never considered before to hired a person with a learning disability and/or autism before partnering with us
67% of our employer partners wouldn't feel confident hiring a person with a learning disability and/or autism without the support of Fair Shot.
Also, big companies know the impact of partnering with experts to create better results. Some examples are:
Microsoft has developed its Autism Hiring Programme in collaboration with neurodiversity experts.
JP Morgan Chase has implemented an Autism at Work initiative, which has grown from a four-person pilot to over 150 employees across 8 countries.
EY (Ernst & Young) operates 23 Neurodiverse Centers of Excellence worldwide, focusing on high-level work in AI, blockchain, data analytics, and more.
SAP has also reported high retention rates for their autism hiring programs, suggesting a partnership with inclusion experts.
While we don't have an exact count, it's clear that many large corporations are recognizing the importance of partnering with experts to implement inclusive hiring practices.
Why Businesses Partner with Fair Shot
At Fair Shot, we do more than just connect businesses with job-ready candidates. We set both employers and employees up for long-term success. Here’s how:
Training employees before they enter the workplace – Our Supported Internship Programme in our Covent Garden cafe prepares young adults with learning disabilities for real job opportunities.
Guiding employers on neurodiverse hiring best practices – We ensure the recruitment process is accessible, fair, and effective.
Training teams to build inclusive workplaces – Awareness and trust-building are key to a thriving, diverse workforce.
Providing six months of ongoing support – We don’t just place employees and walk away—we help ensure a smooth, sustainable transition.
Our employer partners—including The Wolseley Group, Baxter Storey, SAVORE, The Ivy Collection, DCR Savills, ABFoods, GAUCHO, and The Office Group—have seen firsthand how hiring Fair Shot graduates enhances workplace culture, increases engagement, and brings fresh, valuable perspectives into their businesses.
Let’s Build a Future of Inclusive Work—Together
When you partner with Fair Shot, you tap into a pool of dedicated, capable individuals eager to contribute their skills. But more than that, you create a workplace that doesn’t just talk about inclusion—it thrives because of it.
If your company is serious about inclusive hiring, the smartest step you can take is working with experts who’ve done it before.
We’re here to help you hire, train, and retain talented young adults with learning disabilities—with all the guidance you need along the way.
Are you ready to create meaningful change? Let’s talk!
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