Last updated: 2 February 2026
Career development – Disabled employees and professional growth
Career development and career progression are central part of many of our working lives. Yet often, disabled employees can find it harder to develop their careers in the directions they want.
We have created practical guidance and research on career development and disability, to help employers ensure that their disabled employees can develop their skills and experiences in roles that suit their abilities and career goals.
This series of resources includes:
Career development – Introduction: What does career development mean?
Career development – Why invest in career development for disabled employees?
Career development – Barriers to career development
Career development – What employers can do to support disabled employees’ career development
Career development – What support is available?
Further information
- Contact our Advice Service for tailored guidance on specific questions.
- Read our Great Big Workplace Adjustments Survey 2023 for more research findings and analysis.
- Our People Manager Toolkit has practical guidance for managers on having conversations with disabled employees and supporting your team’s development.
- Evenbreak – A global disability job board that helps disabled applicants find inclusive jobs.
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