£3,000 Available for Employers Hiring Young People

The Government has launched the new Youth Jobs Grant, providing employers with £3,000 for every eligible young person aged 18–24 recruited into work. The grant is part of the Government’s wider Youth Guarantee programme, which aims to help more young people move into employment and gain valuable workplace experience.

This is a great opportunity for businesses across North East Lincolnshire to grow their workforce while supporting local young people to take their first steps into employment.

What is available?

Eligible employers can receive £3,000 per young person recruited if they:

• Employ a young person aged 18–24.
• Recruit someone who has been claiming Universal Credit and unemployed for six months or more.
• Offer a genuine job opportunity.
• Meet the scheme requirements and grant conditions.

The grant is paid in stages once employment and earnings have been verified.

Why get involved?

Recruiting young people can help businesses:

• Address recruitment challenges and skills shortages
• Build a future talent pipeline
• Bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm into the workplace
• Support local economic growth and social mobility
• Access financial support to reduce recruitment costs