YOUNG PERSON'S GUARANTEE

EMPLOYER RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE
 

Organisations across Scotland are being encouraged to support young people into the world of work by signing up to the ‘No One’s Left Behind’ Employer Recruitment Incentive.
 

The incentive, part of the government’s Young Person’s Guarantee, is available for new Modern Apprenticeship and job starts up to the 31st March 2022, and is aimed at young people aged 16-24 with the greatest barriers to employment, to gain meaningful and sustainable jobs.
 

Eligibility criteria
 

Employers from private companies and the third sector organisations with up to 250 employees can apply for funding to help cover the costs of recruitment, wages, training, and other related costs for an employee or apprentice who fits the eligibility criteria.
 

The incentive is primarily for those people who without additional support, might not make a successful transition into or be able to secure work or training.
 

Funding award
 

Funding grants and conditions vary depending on local council area, but the incentive can provide up to £8000 for newly created jobs or Modern Apprenticeships.
 

There are a limited number of places available and all applications for jobs starting within the incentive period must be completed, approved and the individual started their employment by 31st March 2022.
 

For more information about eligible groups and funding awards for each location, please email modernapprenticeships@gpstrategies.com.