Access to Work support that actually makes sense.
Access to Work can fund support for neurodivergent people at work, including a dedicated support worker. But the process is confusing, exhausting, and not designed for how our brains work. We help you navigate it, from your first application through to reconsideration or ongoing support.
What is Access to Work?
Access to Work is a government grant scheme. If you're neurodivergent and in work, employed or self-employed, it can fund practical support to help you do your job. That includes coaching, software, specialist equipment, and a support worker. The catch is that the application process is long, jargon-heavy, and easy to get wrong, and if you're turned down, the reconsideration process is its own maze. That's where we come in.
Not sure where to begin? Start with the free guide
The Starter Guide is the obvious first step for anyone unsure. It explains what Access to Work is and helps you work out where you are in the process, before you spend anything.
ATW Starter Guide
A gentle, neurodivergent-friendly introduction to Access to Work.
- Clear explanation of what ATW is, without the jargon
- Eligibility checker
- Simple step-by-step flow
- Heads-up on the questions ATW will ask
If you want more support, here's what's available
Three paid options, depending on how much of the process you'd like us to carry.
ATW Self-Serve Bundle
Everything you need to prepare and navigate the portal yourself.
What's included
- Guided prep worksheet
- Prompts to help you describe your challenges
- Full portal walkthrough with plain-English explanations
- How to upload documents
- Timeline and glossary
ATW Clarity Session
A structured 1:1 call to help you feel confident at any stage of the process.
What's included
- Your role and challenges
- What ATW is really looking for
- Which support options fit your needs
- Plain-English breakdown of any ATW emails you've received
- Next steps
- Short written summary after the call
End-to-End Application Support
Full support from first application to ongoing ATW management, including reconsideration if you're declined and support setting up your ongoing support worker once awarded.
What's included
- Recorded pre-call to talk through your role and challenges
- Live co-writing session on Teams: you talk, we type
- We refine your answers, build your case, and create your support list
- You approve every section before we submit together
- Ongoing support as ATW emails arrive
- Plain-English explanations of what they're asking
- Help planning your responses
- Accountability and timeline tracking
Not sure which option is right for you?
Start with the free Starter Guide. It explains what Access to Work is and helps you work out where you are in the process. Still have questions? Book a Clarity Session.
Helpful reads while you decide
Access to Work Explained
The full overview - what ATW funds, who it's for, and how the process actually runs.
Read article →How to claim Access to Work online
Step-by-step for submitting claims through the Maximus portal.
Read article →Access to Work for ADHD
How ADHD business owners can get the most from the scheme.
Read article →What clients say
“As someone with ADHD, choosing the right VA was really important to me, so I did my due diligence. Kate is efficient, professional and prompt. She fully understands the complexities of ADHD and processes my Access to Work claims in a timely manner. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.”
Access to Work: common questions
The questions neurodivergent founders ask us most often before booking. If yours isn't here, get in touch.
Still have questions?
Get in touch at kate@katekeir.com