Question to the Department for Work and Pensions:

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many work coaches in each job centre have received mental health training.

The information requested is not held at Jobcentre level and could only be provided at disproportionate cost.

As outlined in the response to PQ 121780, each Work Coach receives comprehensive and tailored training based on their individual knowledge and requirements. The mental health route way forms part of the UC Full Service Work Coach training, and all work coaches working on Full Service will have undertaken this.

In addition to Work Coach support, the Department has also recruited local Community Partners to provide extra expertise on disability and health conditions. Furthermore, our Disability Employment Advisors actively provide advice and guidance to support claimants with disabilities, including those with mental health issues.