Grow Your Team with Fully Funded Paid Work Placements

Published: January 15, 2025

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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

Spaces are limited, so don’t wait—take advantage of this opportunity to grow your team while supporting local talent!

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