Turn Your Access to Work Grant into Real, Practical Support
If you’ve been approved for an Access to Work (AtW) grant, or you’re thinking of applying, you might be wondering how to make it work for you.
At Get Ahead, we help people just like you – freelancers, small business owners, and employees – use their ATW funding to get the virtual support they need to stay organised, focused, and confident at work.
We’re experienced in supporting neurodivergent professionals who find admin, structure or communication a challenge. Our team provides DWP-compliant, flexible support so you can focus on the parts of your job that only you can do.
Book a Free 15-Minute Discovery Call
Let’s chat about how your ATW funding can make your working life easier.
We Make Access to Work… Work for You
Applying for or managing Access to Work funding can be confusing, especially if you’re juggling deadlines, clients, or symptoms of ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or chronic health conditions.
That’s where we come in. We help you:
- Understand what you can claim fo
- Keep your DWP paperwork organised
- Manage your admin and workload effectively
- Get ongoing support that actually fits your working style
Our Services
Virtual Assistant (VA) Support
Day-to-day admin help that keeps your business running smoothly:
- Inbox and calendar management
- Client emails and scheduling
- Invoicing and document organisation
- Deadline and reminder tracking
- DWP paperwork and reimbursement help
For many clients, this is funded by Access to Work under the “Support Worker” category (also referred to by DWP as a Job Aide).
Support Worker Services
We act as your remote support worker, helping you:
- Prioritise tasks and structure your week
- Stay focused and avoid overwhelm
- Manage communication and follow-through
- Keep your business on track during busy or stressful periods
Our team understands neurodiversity and adapts communication to your needs — whether that’s clear written summaries, short check-ins, or structured accountability.
For many clients, this service is funded by Access to Work under the ‘Support Worker’ provision.
Access to Work Admin Support
We’ll help you:
- Complete or update your Access to Work application
- Gather supporting evidence or quotes
- Communicate with assessors and caseworkers
- Track your claim and submit invoices correctly
We know the system and we’ll help you navigate it without the stress.
This service can also be funded by Access to Work where the tasks directly address disability-related administrative barriers.
Specialist Productivity Coaching
Need help building structure, not just maintaining it?
We also offer 1:1 productivity and executive-function coaching for neurodivergent professionals.
Together, we’ll create practical routines and systems that help you:
- Manage time and energy effectively
- Break down big tasks
- Stay consistent and reduce overwhelm
For eligible clients, Access to Work funds this as ‘Workplace Strategy Coaching’ or ‘Specialist Job Coaching’.
How Access to Work Funding Covers Our Services
Access to Work can fund:
- Support workers and admin help
- Job coaching and productivity training
- Specialist equipment and software
We’ll help you:
- Understand what’s eligible.
- Provide a DWP-ready quote for your assessor.
- Supply compliant timesheets and invoices each month.
Note: Get Ahead is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). We’re an independent provider helping you use your grant effectively and compliantly.
Who We Help
We work with:
- Self-employed and freelance professionals
- Disabled and neurodivergent people (ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia and related conditions)
- Employees returning to work after ill health
- Small employers supporting staff through Access to Work
If you feel overwhelmed by admin, time management, or DWP paperwork then you’re in the right place.
Our Support – Tailored to You
We’ll design a Support package tailored to your needs, drawing from our diverse team to deliver the right support for you, when you need it.
| Support type | What it means |
|---|---|
| Admin & Organisation | You’ll have a Virtual Expert on hand to help with the regular noise of administration, emails, calls, and staying on-top of it all. Depending on your assessment this can be from one to two hours a week upwards. |
| Focus | A Focus Partner helps you maintain clarity and momentum by coordinating your weekly priorities, tracking progress, and supporting you to stay focused and productive, using regular check-ins. Again, dependent on need, this can be as little as an hour a week. |
| Managing AtW | A Virtual Expert to help applying for or managing the paperwork and processes associated with AtW. This may be as little as an hour a month to help with the paperwork. |
| Coaching | A Specialist Productivity Coach works with you to create sustainable workflows and routines that improve productivity, reduce overwhelm, and support long-term success. This is often an hour or two each month. |
| Rates | Vary dependent on the type of support provided, from £30 to £45 per hour. |
What Our Clients Say
Access to Work funding has allowed me to bring in essential job aide and enablement and Get Ahead made the entire process feel simple and reassuring. From the outset, they really took the time to understand my business, my needs, and the way I work. As a result, they matched me with Sara, who has been an incredible support from day one.
Sara is reliable, skilled, and proactive, and having her alongside me has made a huge difference to both my workload and my peace of mind. Knowing I have consistent, high-quality support means I can focus on the areas of the business that need my attention most. I would highly recommend Get Ahead to anyone looking for dependable, flexible support that truly understands your business.
Liana Fricker
Founder & Inspirer-in-Chief, Inspiration Space
How It Works
- Book a Free Call
Tell us about your work, condition, and support needs. - Get a DWP-Ready Quote
We provide the documents you can send to your assessor. - Start Your Support
Once approved, we begin with a simple onboarding session. - Claim Easily
We give you monthly reports and invoices ready for reimbursement.
Ready to Get Started?
Your Access to Work grant is there to help you do your job well – not drown in admin.
Let’s make it simple.
Book Your Free 15-Minute Discovery Call
or
Download our FREE guide:
“Access to Work Simplified: A 5-Step Guide for the Self-Employed”
Compliance & Accessibility
- DWP-compliant invoices and timesheets
- Fully GDPR and ICO-registered
- Neurodiversity-aware, inclusive team
- Flexible communication options (email, chat, video, or phone)
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