Company Number.. N1058440 Chrfirity Number: NIC103821 Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment ff4IUSE) (Compaiiy Lln)ited by Gunrantcc) Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025
Nortliern Irel¥qnd Union of Supported Einployment (NWSE) Company limited by guarantee Contents Page Directors and other informatlon Directors report Independent examiners report Statement of financial activities Statement of financial position 9- 10 Notes to the financial statement.s 11-15
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) Company limited by guirf rante¢ Informatlon Direetors Kieran Molloy Peter Sliields (Resigned 18 March 2025) Nonnan Sterritt Tony O'Reilly Liam Bums Karen Smith Lydia Lynas Secretary Edyth Dunlop Charity Number XR 14309 NIC103821 Comp&ny Number N1058440 AceountAnts McGroarty Mccaffcrty & Company Ltd Accountants & Tax Consultants 2 Carlislc T¢rrac¢ Derry BT48 6JX Rcglstercd Office Gortfoyl¢ House 104 Spencer Road Deny BT47 6AG Bankers Danske Bank 27 Glen5hane Road Altnagelvin Derry BT47 2LN Page I
Northern Jreland Union of Supported Employmeiit (NIUSE) Company limited by guarantee Report of the Dlrectors for tho year ended 31 March 2025 The directors present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025. Princlpol activity The activities of the charity are to promote bes( practice in Supported Employment for individuals and organisations providing employment opportunities for people with disabilitiesldisadvanlage in Northern Ireland. Dircctors The directors serving during the year were as follows: Kieran Molloy Karen Isabel Cochran Sinith Norn]an Sterritt Tony O'Reilly Lillrn Burns Lydia Lynas Peter Shields (Resigned 18 March 2025) Appoilltnient of Dlrectors At the Annual GenerAI Meeting one third of directors resign in rotation and being ¢li8ibl¢ offer themselves for re-election, Our Vlsion, Mlsslon and Approach NIUSE (Northem Ireland Union of Supported Employment) provides a range of demand led services to benefLciaries (member Organisations, mainly community and voluntary organisations) to assist them to deliver employment services lo people with disabilities and people from oth¢r disadvantaged situation5 to acc¢ss and stay in cmployrnent. Tljese services include iiifonnation Emd advice, training and staff development, networking and capacity buildiiig and promoting quality assurance and good practice in Supported Employnient. NIUSE ftlso workb. With government departmentslagencies and key policy makers to develop and influence relevant policies and issue5 regarding vocational training and employment for people with disabilities and people from disadvantaged situations. During this accounting period l April 2024 - 3 K March 2025, PSE continued to deliver services to its members and engaged with a wide range of siakeholders:. Information and Advlce to Members NIUSE provided weekly updates to members on policy developments, job fairs, training opportunities, and employment vacancies through the Current Vacancies and Events rnai15hot, issued every Monday. Members were also invited to attend a range of infomiation sessions, includtng briefings on the Go Succeed Programme (Self-Employment), Social Value Clauses, und updates on employment programmcs. Training and Staff Development NIUSE collaborated witli a range of specialist trainers to deliver professional development opporninities for members and stakeholders. Training covered key areas of employer engclgement. including sessions such as 5 Strategies to Getting Results" and "Boosting Employer Engagement PerFormance by Phone" both delivered by Aubrey Bodman (Outshine). Page 2
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) Company limit¢d by guarantee NtUSE continued ils partnership with the Equality Commission for Northern Treland through the Making it Work campaign, building on the success of the previous year. A series of webinars was delivered focusins on Positive Action Measures, including Pre-Employmcnl Trainiiigi Work Trials, Guaranteed Intervi¢ws, and Ring-Fenced Posls. These sessions wer¢ co-delivered with member organisations and featured lived experiences from disabled pcople alongside employer per%pe¢tives. In partnership with Derry City and Strabane DistrAcI Council LMP and the Equality Commission for NI, NtUSE hosted the conf¢rence "Working Together to Reduce the Disability Employment Gap" on 2010312025. The event attracted over 90 del¢gates-primarily employers-who heard examples of effe¢tiv¢ practice in employing pcople with disabilities and learned about the support available from the disability sector and the Department for Communities. NtUSB and the Equality Commission for NI plan to continue this programme of work into 202512026. NIUSE and the Equality Commission for NI plan lo continue this programme of work into 202512026. In total, more than 250 delegates attended NIUSE-organised training sessions and events during the year. Pollcy and Influence The year once again began witli funding as a key priority for NfusE and ils members. particularly in relation to the ending of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) in March 2024 and uncertainty around its replacement. NIUSE joined the Economic Inactivity Group, led and supported by NICVA, to strengthen collective advocacy on these Issues. The groiip focused on the future of employability programmes following the end of the UKSPF, rccognising the value of presenting a unified voice on behalf of projects supporting disabled people, young pcople not iu education, employfflent or tiaining, wom¢n, cx-offendcr%, and long-tcrni unemploy¢d people. The Econoniic Inactivity Group met regularly. engi]ged in sustained lobbying of MLAS. MPS. Mini.sler% and senior government officials, and hosted a conference in June 2024 to highlight project outcomes and the potential imparc on individuals furthest from the labour market and on the wider loc41 economy. In the Autumn Spending Review (3011012024), it WAS announced that "the UKSPF will continue at a reduced level for a further year with £900m of funding; this transitional arrangement will provide as much stability a5 possible in advance of wider local growth funding reforms,, UKSPF will continue to be administered by MHCLG at a reduced rate in the coming y¢ai', providing a degrcc OF clarity for organisations planning ahead. Throughout thib period, NIUSE and its meinbers continued active engagement with Labour Market Partnerships (LMPS) across all I l Local councils. NIUSE Consistently raised concerns regarding programme duplication with UKSPF-funded initiatives and the variability of funding provision across council areas. NIUSE further worked with all LMPS to advocate for the development of programmes supporting people with disabilities and ensured mernbers wcre infornied of emerging funding opportunities. NtUSE also contributed to a range of wider policy initiatives, including input into the Disability and Work Strategy, plltlicipation in the NICS Disability Working Group and the Regional Autism Forum, responses to public consultations, and contributions to disability employment research. This included engagement with the Equality Cotnmission for Nl on their research project "Funding for Equality Groups in NI - The Impact of the Transition from EU Fundlng to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, due for publication in June 2025. Page 3
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NWSE) Company litnited by guarantee mployer Engagement NIUSE continued to work closely with employers to promote employment opportunities for disabled people and to support inclusive recruitment and selection processes. This included advertising vacancies through the weekly Current Vacancies and Events bulletin and working collaboratively with the Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) to deliver outreach infonnation sessions promoting accessible eniployment opportunities. NIUSE also coordinated recruitment for several employer-led work experience programmes, including.. Queen's University Belfast Individual Placement Scheme - 14 placements Translink Disability Work Expcricncc Programmc - 3 placcments (with 3 partLcLpants progressing into employment) NI Assembly Work Experience Scheme - I placement In partnership with HATS (Hospitality & TourAsm Skills Network). NIUSE hosted a workshop on 0910412024 focused on irnproving employment opportunities for disabled people within the hospitality and tourism sectors. Members provided case studies of good practice for use on the HATS website. An online Insight Day tollow¢d on L 810612024, showcasing the wide rang¢ of roles and Gai'cer paths availabl¢ across th¢ scctor. NIUSE and its members ulso participated in job fails and "Ineet the employer" events held across Northern Ireland. Working in partnership with the Department for Comtnunities, NIUSE introduced the first Quiet Time for Regional Job Fairs-an allocated period designed to create a low-sensory ¢nvironment for disabled. autistic, and neurodiverse individuals who may Find mainstream job fair environmcnts ovcrwliclming due to crowds. lighting, and noise. Following a successful pilot, it is anticipated Ihat Quict Time will be rollcd out across all local council areas. NIUSE Projects Mlnd the Gap Project (May 2024 - June 2025) The Mind the Gap project is a cross-border partnership between NtUSE and KARE (Ireland), funded by the Shared Island Civic Society Fund and administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The aim of the project is to explore the reasons behind the low einploymenl rate of people with disabilities across the island of Ireland-among lh¢ lowcsl in th¢ UK and Europ¢-and to identify opportunilics for improv¢mcnt. Tlie project seeks to establish a foundation for slr¢ngth¢ned ¢ross-border collaboration and shared learnxng. rt is guided by a cross-border steering committee made up of representatives from 12 disabillty employment support organisations across the island. During the reporting period, the steering committee was established and two study visits were delivered; one in B¢lfast (January 2025) and one in Dublin (February 2025). The project will continue into the next year and will conduct research, collect data and producing a report lo be presented at an summit in June 2025. Employer Engagement Project (July 2024 - July 2026) Funded by tlie Halifax Empower Project, this initiative focuses on working witli employer representative bodies to promote (rood practice in employing disabled people. in partnership with NIUSE members. During the year, NIUSE delivered two engagement events with sector organisations and held discussions with additional employer representative groups to further expand this work. Page 4
Nortliern Ireland Union of Supported EmpIoyment (NIUSE) Company limited by rantee BEO Project - Business Engagomcnt Odyssey (Nov 2023 - Oct 2025) NIUSE represents the Association of Supported Employment on the BEO Project, funded under the Er&8mus+ Programme. During this period, NIUSE contributed to a comprehensive training needs analysis for practitioners and employers, exploring the key skills and cornpelen¢i¢s rcquircd for cffective employer engagement and idelltifyin8 what employers expect from Supported Employment pra¢tilion¢rs. The findings informed the development of an Employer Engagement Training Manual. NtUSE pilot tested the training with local Supported Employment practitioners and provided feedback to refine and enhance the content. The next stage of the project includcs hosting a World Café Event in Lisbon and producing a Good Practice Gulde. Notivorking Most networking actAvities continued to b¢ delivered online. NIUSE maintained active engagement with members and with local, regional, and international networks, including the Disability Employment Network North West, the Association of Supported Employment (ASEE, formerly BUSE), and the World Association of Supported Employment (WASE). A highlight of the year was NIUSE'S participation in the 15th European Union of Supported Employnient Conference in Spain, which brought together more than 600 delegates from across Europe and beyond. Delegates heard from high-profile keynote speakers and look part in a wide range of workshops. NIUSE, in partnership with Nl Screen. delivered A workshop titled "Lights, Camera and Positive Aclion." Publlc beneflt NIUSB provides a range of direct %ervices to beneficiarie5 to promote the relieve of unemployment for people wilh disabilities and peopl¢ from other disadvi]nlllged situations (i.e. young people not in education. cmployment or training, offenders and ex-prisoners etc) through Ihe Supported Employment model across Northern Ireland. The direct benefit which flows from this purpose includes real employment opportunities, so¢ial and e¢onoini¢ inclusion, increased independence, incrcascd health and w¢llbeing* improved quality of lif¢ and greater community pgrticipation. This benefit is demonstrated Ihrough feedback (ev¢11uation tools and focus groups) from benefLCLaries and increased number of people accesbing and staying in employment. There 1.4 no hami from our purpose. The private benefit flowin8 from our purpose relates to Trustees (Director) whose organisation may benefit from hiring their accessible buildingslvenues for deliverins training courses or hosting meetings for NIUSE. The private benefit is ncccssary to achieve the purposes and Is ther¢for¢ incidental. Finandal revleiv The financial perfonnance is 5umLnarised in the enclosed a¢¢ounts. Direetors Responslbllltles In Relatlon To The FiiiAnciAI Statements Company law require.8 the dire¢tors to prepare financial stRtements for each financial year, which give a true and fair view of the state of the affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the director5 are required to.. select suitable accounting policies and apply them con5151ently' - observe the methods and priiiciples in Charitics SORP. make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent. stale whether applicable UK Accounting standards have been followed. subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial stalements: Page 5
Northorn Ireland Union of Supported Employmeiit (NIUSE) Cornpany limited by guarantee prepare the financlal statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in business. The dire¢tors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records which dis¢lose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enables them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. The directors ar¢ also responsible for safeguarding thc assets of the cljarity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularits¢s. Independent Exaininer A resolution will be proposed at the Annual General Meeting that McGrourty Mc Cafferty & Company Ltd be re-appointed as independent examiners to the charity for the ensuing year. This report is approved and authorised for issue by the board on 15 December 2025 and signed on its behalf by.. Dlrector Director Page 6
Nortliern Irelalld Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) Company limited by guarantee Independent examiner's report on the unaudlted flnanclal statements to the of Northern Ireland Unlon of Supported Employment (NIUSE) We report on the a¢¢ount¥ of the company for the year ended 31 Marcli 2025, which are Set out on pages 8 to 15. Respectfve responslbllltles of Charity directors and examlner. As the charity directors you are responsible for the preparation of the accounls in accordance with the requiretnents of the Companies Act 2006. Having satisfled ourselves that the chRrity is not subject to audit under company law, and is eligible for independent examination, it is our responsibility to; examine the accounts under scclion 65 of the Charities Act 2008; follow the procedures laid down in the g¢n¢ral directions given by the Charity Commission for Northern Tr¢land under section 65(9)(b) of the Charities Act 2008. state whether particular matters have come to our attention. Basls of findependent exaniiner's report We have eXnIned your charity accounts as required under section 65 of the Charities Act and our examination was Carried out in accordance with the general dircclions given by tlie Charity Commission for Northern 'eland under Section 65(9)(b) of the Charities Act, The examination included a review of the accounting re¢ords kept by the chority and a comp&1ri.son of the account5 Presented with tho.se record5. It a150 included a consideration of any unusual item5 or disclosures in th¢ accounts. and seeking explanalions from you as charity directors concernino any such matters. Our role is to state whether any material matters have come lo our attention giving us cause to believe: that a¢¢ounting records were not kept in accordance with section 386 of the Companies Act 20Q6: that the accounts do not accord with those accounting records: that the accounts do not comply with the 42ccounting requirements of the Section 396 of the Cornpanies Act 2006 and the methods and principles of lh¢ Cliarities Statement of Recommend¢d Practice applicable to charitics preparing their accounts in accordunce with the Financial Rcporting Standard applicabl¢ in th¢ UK and Republic of Ireland; - that there is fi]rther inforniation needed for proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Independent examlner's statement We have ¢onipletsd our examination and have no ¢oncernb in respect of the matters listed above and, in connectxon with following the directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, we have found no matters that require drawing to your attention. McGroarty M afferty & Co pany Lt Accountants & Tax Consultants 2 Carlisle Terrace Derry BT48 6JX Date: 15 December 2025 Page 7
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employmeiit (NIUSE) Colnpany limited by guarant¢e Statement of Financial Activiti for the year ended 31 March 2025 Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcted Funds 2025 2024 Income and Expendlture Incom5ng Resources liicoine Resourcesfrom g¢neraiingfi(iids.' Voluntary Income Incoming Resources from Charitable Activitie. 14,247 42,564 56,811 26,410 25,298 25.298 24,655 Total Incomlng Resources 39,545 42,564 82.109 51.065 Resources Expended Administration & managenient costs Direct Charitoble Expenditure 30.076 1,939 34,525 7,170 64,601 9.109 59.226 4,939 Total Resourcos Expended 32,015 41,695 73.710 64,165 Net Incomlng l (Outgolng) Resources 7,530 869 8,399 (13,100) Balances brought forward l April 2024 19,165 2,729 21,894 34,994 Balances carried forward 31 March 2025 26,695 3,598 30,293 21,894 The above arnounts relate to continuing operations of the company. The company ha5 no recognised gains and losses other than Ihose included in Ihe results above and therefore no separate statement of total recognised gains dIOsSeS has bccn presented. There is no differen¢¢ between the net in¢oming resources for the year staled above und their historical cost equivalents. Director Direct Date: 15 December 2025 Page 8
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) Company limited by guarantee Balance slieet as at 31 Marcli 2025 2025 2024 Notes Flxed assets Tangibl¢ assets 1,972 2,320 Current assets Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 18,700 41,594 6,660 18,801 60,294 25,461 Current Ilabllltles Bai)k loans and overdrafts Other creditors l Deferred income Accruals 1,363 26,191 4.419 2.023 2,506 1,358 31,973 5,887 Net current assets 28.321 19.574 Totnl Assets less current liabilitios 30.293 21,894 Capltal account Unrestricted Restricted 26,695 3,598 19.165 2,729 10 30,293 21,894 Page 9
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employmcnt (NIUSE) Company limited by guarantee Balance sheet (contlnued) for tlie year ended 31 March 2025 The company was entitled to exemption from audit under s477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies. The members have not reqiiir¢d the company lo obtain an audit in a¢cordanc¢ with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for Complying with the requirements of the Companies Ac¢ 2006 with resp¢ct to accounting records and preparation of accounts. These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions appli¢able to small companie5 subject to Ihe sniall companies regime and in accordance with FRS102 SORP. The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Board on 15 December 2025 and signed on its behalf by Director Direct Company Nuniber: N1058440 Page 10
Northcrn Ireland Union of Supported Employmcnt (NIUSE) Notes to tlic accounts for the year ended 31 Marcli 2025 Accountlng pollcles The principal accounting policieii adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are set out below and have remained unchanged from the previous year, and also have been consistently applied within the same accounts. 1.1. Accountlng convention The financlal Statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practise applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland Charities SORP (FRS 102), Companies Act 2006 and Charities Act (Nl) 2008, There were no material departures from thi$ standard. 1.2. Tangible nxed assets #Jid depreciatlon Fixed Assets are stated at cost less depreciation. Depreciation is Provided at rates calculated to write off the ¢ost or valuation less residual value of each asset over ils expected useful life, os follows: Fixtures. Fittings & Equipment 15fo Reducing Balan¢¢ 1.3. Incomo Volunlary income including gifts and grants provid¢ core funding. They are of a g¢ncral nature and ale recognised when there is entitlement, certainty of receipt and the aniount can be rneasured with sufficient reliability. Income from charitable activities which includes income under contract or where entitlement to grant funding ib bubject to specific perforniance conditions is re¢ogniNed as earned (as the related goods or services are provided). Grant income included in this category provides funding to support perfornance activities and is recognised when there is enlillement, certainties of receipt and the amount Can be rneasured with sufficient reliability. 1.4. Expenditure (i) Direct Charitable Expenditure This represents all expenditure directly attributable to charitable causes. (li) Governance Costs This includes all other expenditure not directly allocated ubove and a portion of the overhead costs aiiributable to governance of the charity. 1.5. Foreign currencies Monetary assels and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into steiling at the rates of exchange prevailing at the accounting date. Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the dale of the transactions. All differences are taken to Ihe Profit and L05s account, Page 11
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employm¢i)t (NIUSE) Notes to the accounts for tlie year ended 31 Mareli 2025 Incomlng Resources 2025 2024 Restrlcted Income The American Ireland Fund Department of Foreigii Affaxrs & Trad¢ Halifax Foundation Rank Foundation 4,993 15,272 9,619 12,680 4,993 12,991 42,564 17,984 Unrestrlcted Incomo Other Income Membership Fees Workshop & Trainlng Fees ASEEUSE Rank Foundation Microsoft Equality Commission 361 6,000 1,395 47 17,542 10.000 4,200 173 6,000 1.221 4,326 17,261 4,100 39.545 33,081 Total Incoming Resources 82,109 51,065 (i) Rcstricted Funds Funds received which are eannarkcd by the Funder for specific purposes. Such purposes are within the overall aims of the organisation. (11) Unrostricted Funds Fiinds which are expendable at thc discretion of the company in furtherance of thc aim5 of the charity. In addition fuiids may be held in order to finance capital iiivestment and WOTking capital. Not outgolng resources for the year 2025 2024 Net outgoing resource.8 jq slated after charging: Depreciation and other amounts written off lungible fixed assets Lossl (profit) on foTeign currcncies 348 1,073 409 1.500
Northern Irelaijd Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) Notes to tlie accounts for the year cnded 31 Marcli 2025 Resources Expended Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2025 Total 2024 Admlnistratlon and management costs Salaries and wages Rent Telephone Printing, postage & stationery Computer expenses Insurance Sundry expenses Accountancy Bank charges (Profit)/ Loss on exchange Depreciation 25,060 1,250 796 19 365 58 240 886 231 1.073 98 31,906 1,000 61 56,966 2,250 857 19 365 1,058 240 1,194 231 1.073 348 51,494 2,250 680 149 1,208 1,072 1,000 308 320 144 1,500 409 250 30.076 34.525 64.601 59,226 Ui?re5trJcted Funds Restrlctcd Funds TotAI 2025 Total 2024 Dircct Charltable Expendlture Project expeiises 1,939 7,170 9,109 4,939 1,939 7,170 9,109 4,939 TOTAL 32,015 41,695 73,710 64,165
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employmeiit (NJUSE) Notes to the accounts ror the y¢aT ¢nded 31 March 202S Employees 2025 2024 Salarieb and wages 56,966 51,494 Numbor of employees The average monthly numbers of employee8 during the year, calculated on the basis of full tim¢ ¢quival¢nts, was as follow5: 2025 Number 2024 Numbcr Taxation No charge to taxation is due as the company has charitable status. Tanglble assets Flxtures FEttings & Equlpment Total Cost At l April 2024 3,778 3,778 At 31 March 2025 3.778 3,778 Depreclatlon At l April 2024 Charge for the year At 31 March 2025 1,458 348 1,458 348 1,806 1.806 Net book values At 31 Mar¢h 2025 1,972 1,972 At 31 March 2024 2,320 2.320 Debtors 2025 2024 Sundry debtors 18,700 6.660 Page 14
Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment (NIUSE) Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025 Crcditors: amounts falling due Ivithin one year 2025 2024 A¢¢ruals Other creditors Credit card Bank Overdrafts 4,419 26,191 258 1,105 1,358 2,506 918 1,105 31,973 5,887 io. Movements In Funds At l April Incoming Outgoing 2024 resources resources Transfers At 31 March 2025 Restricted funds; Restricted funds 2,729 42,564 (41.695) 3.598 Total restricted funds 2,729 42,564 (41,695) 3,598 Unrestricted fuiids: Unrestri¢ted funds 19,165 39,545 (32,015) 26,695 Total unrestricted funds 19,165 39,545 (32,015) 26,695 21,894 82,109 (73,710) 30,293 11. Related Party Transactlons There are no related paty transactions in the year under review. 12. Limited by Guarantee The company is limited by guarantee and does not hllve a share capital. IJ. Controlling Interest The Control of the charitable company lies with the directors. Page IS