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Kickstart Scheme - At a glance

What is it?
A government scheme to assist companies to kickstart their businesses post Covid-19 and help young people get into employment and avoid becoming long-term unemployed.

How are wages covered?
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)

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

What about National Insurance?
Government will cover costs of employers National Insurance contributions

What about Pension contributions
The scheme covers entry level pension contribution requirements

How many staff can we take on? Employers can take on any number of staff from 1 new member of staff upwards.

When does the scheme start?
The scheme is now OPEN for registrations with vacancies starting to be filled.

Where can I find out more information?
Scroll down for more information or call 0203 900 1060 and have a chat with one of our team.

Where do I sign up?
Click below to complete our simple form and start to kickstart your business now.

Why is the Kickstart Scheme such a great opportunity?

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

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% PENSION CONTRIBUTIONS

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

100% NI CONTRIBUTIONS

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

A £1,500 GRANT

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.

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About the Kickstart Scheme

The scheme is available to employers looking to get support to fund NEW positions that they would otherwise be unable to offer if it were not for the scheme.

There is no obligation on the employer to retain the employee after the six-month window (although it is hoped that employers would want to in at least some cases)

Employers are NOT obliged to increase the employees hours above the contracted 25 hours per week and the employers are not obliged to pay any increased supplementary wage – Naturally should you wish to pay a higher wage that is entirely up to you, the Government however will only reimburse employers to the level of 25 hours per week at National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage depending on the employees age.

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When Does it Start?

The scheme is now LIVE and placements are happening now.

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.

As we only work with official Government approved Kickstart Gateways, we are here to support your business by confirming your eligibility, guiding you through the process and applying on your behalf, all at no cost to you.

ELIGIBILITY

Is my Business eligible to take part in the government kickstart scheme?

Most employers will be eligible to participate in the scheme but there are a few pieces of criteria you must meet

Your placements cannot replace existing or previously planned vacancies

Must not cause existing employees, apprentices or contractors to lose or reduce their employment

Job placements must be for a minimum of 25 Hours per week

The vacancies are only made possible by the kickstart scheme

Employers must pay at least the National Minimum Wage or National Living Wage for the age group of the employee

There should not be any prolonged intensive job specific training required at the commencement of employment

Employers will need to assist the employee to become more employable in the future. This should include Career Advice, Goal Setting, support with CV and Interview preparations along with developing general workplace skills – This is funded by way of the Government grant per Kickstart employee taken on.

HOW IT WORKS

In six simple steps

The young people will come recommended from the Jobcentre, and will follow your normal company recruitment process.

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

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.

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. This will be paid promptly in arrears.

Government Kickstart Scheme Registration

It's easy to register and apply. Please fill out the form below

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Job title *

Type of business *

Registered Company Number *

Companies House registered number.

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Companies House registered number.

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Charity Commission number or Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator number.

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Latest news

Latest news and updates for the Government Kickstart Scheme.

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Kickstart Scheme extended

Media Team October 4, 2021

On day two of the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced that the Kickstart Scheme, which was due to end on

600 Job Placements approved

Media Team May 4, 2021

We are delighted to announce that we have now had 600 job placements approved with our Gateway partners and the DWP. We are very much

Marks and Spencer create 360 new roles as part of the Kickstart Scheme

Media Team March 4, 2021

The plan has been put in place to help young people aged between 16 and 24 years of age gain invaluable experience and take a

Rules for UK’s £2bn Kickstart jobs scheme simplified to clear logjams

Media Team March 4, 2021

Thousands of applications have been stuck in the pipeline and not been approved by the DWP The UK government is looking to increase take-up of

DWP intensifies recruitment drive

Dave January 14, 2021

Vacancies throughout the UK for Work Coaches have been advertised yesterday, ( 12th January 2021) on the DWP’s Facebook page. The DWP have turned to Social

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Employers urged to access Government Kickstart funding to help unemployed young people

Media Team December 22, 2020

Employers are being urged by the Government to “Do their bit” to reboot the UK Economy by utilising the Kickstart scheme. The scheme is open

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