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Kickstart – At a Glance

A Government Kickstart scheme to assist companies to kickstart their businesses post Covid-19 and help young people get into employment and avoid becoming long-term unemployed

The Government will fund the wages of all qualifying employees taken on through the scheme for up to 25 hours per week for 6 months (Based on National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage)

The Government will fund training and onboarding costs for employees taken on through the scheme with a grant of £1500 per employee..

The scheme covers entry level pension contribution requirements,Scroll down for more information or call 0203 900 1060 and have a chat with one of our team

100% FUNDING FOR 25 HOURS PER WEEK

The government will fund your new starters salary in full at minimum wage rates, for 6 months based on a 25 Hour week

100% NI CONTRIBUTIONS

As part of the scheme all Employers national insurance contributions for applicants will be reimbursed by the government.

100% PENSION CONTRIBUTIONS

Under the Kickstart Scheme the government will reimburse the employer for the trainees minimum pension contribution..

How the Scheme works

For every 16-24 year old hired through the scheme, the government will cover up to £1,500 for Training, Onboarding, Equipment and additional costs to house your new employees comfortably and safely..

When Does it Start?

This programme is designed to build young people’s experience and leave them with practical skills and experience for future employment opportunities.

If your business could benefit from an extra pair of hands and you meet the criteria listed below, please complete our registration form and a member of our team will get in touch with you to discuss your company’s individual requirements.

The Kickstart Scheme is being hailed cross-party as an excellent opportunity not only to empower businesses to grow, but also invest in young people, providing them with an opportunity, early in their careers, especially when many are struggling to find opportunities amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Requirements

Must not cause existing employees, apprentices or contractors
Job placements must be for a minimum of 25 Hours per week
The vacancies are only made possible by the kickstart scheme

What You Need

Employers assist employee to become more employable in future.
Employers must pay at least the National Minimum Wage
There should not be any intensivetraining at commencement

HOW IT WORKS?

As an employer you will benefit from all of the below:

1

Register

Simply complete our form to register your interest in the scheme and we will hand-hold you through the entire process. We will then get in touch with you to discuss how this scheme can work best for you..

2

Discuss Job Descriptions

We finalise our discussions and you send us your job descriptions for the posts you have available. We will prepare the proposal on your behalf and submit to the DWP for their approval.

3

Review CV’s

Once the DWP have approved the vacancy they will promote via Job centres in your area or nationwide. You will then start to receive applicant’s CV’s and start your recruitment process as normal..

4

Choose Your Staff

Once you have decided on which interviewees you wish to start, let us know and we will liaise with the DWP on your behalf. Once the new employees have started, the DWP will release your £1500 grant money per employee.

5

Training

We will liaise with you to assist your training programmes in accordance with the DWP requirements, including CV Writing, How to Prepare for Interviews and many other programmes. All costs for this are covered by the Government grant.

6

Receive Funding

Once your new starters have been included in their first payroll, via one of the recognised systems such as Xero or Sage, the DWP will pick this up and arrange your full refund for salary, pension contribution and employers National Insurance.

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