Grow Your Team with Fully Funded Paid Work Placements
We’re excited to share a fantastic opportunity for businesses, third-sector organisations, and anchor organisations in West Lothian! Through the Employer Recruitment Incentive (ERI) – Paid Work Placements, you can create meaningful, paid work placements for local residents while strengthening your team.
Programme Highlights
💷 100% Funded Placements: 13 weeks at the Real Living Wage (£12.60/hour).
📈 Skills Development Support: £500 per placement for accredited training or equipment.
⏳ Flexible Hours: Placements from 16–40 hours per week.
💡 Upfront Funding: Up to £6,552 per placement available at the start of the programme.
Who Can Apply?
If you’re a West Lothian-based business with fewer than 250 employees, or an anchor organisation, you’re eligible if you:
- Pay at least £12.60/hour.
- Create new, additional roles that don’t displace existing jobs.
- Commit to Fair Work First principles.
Participant Eligibility
Placements are designed for local residents aged 16+, focusing on:
- Young people aged 16–24 who are unemployed or underemployed.
- Parents with dependent children.
- Unemployed individuals aged 25+.
Placements must start by 17 March 2025, last a minimum of 13 weeks, and include a formal contract. Participants will also receive ongoing support from Access2Employment advisors.
How to Get Started
- Step 1: Submit your Expression of Interest.
- Step 2: Learn more about funding and the application process here: Employer Recruitment Incentive Paid Work Placement – Invest in West Lothian Funding.
Spaces are limited, so don’t wait—take advantage of this opportunity to grow your team while supporting local talent!