Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
Youth Jobs Grant
Pays employers a grant for each job they fill with a young person aged 18 to 24 who has been on Universal Credit and out of work for at least 6 months. Suits employers of any size or sector operating in Great Britain.
What it pays for
Conditions to know about
Employers must operate in Great Britain, be registered with HMRC, be actively trading with at least six months' trading history, and pass due diligence checks. Payment is staged (£1,800 then £1,200). Applications are assessed by DWP.
How to apply
Applications go through the funder. Read their page for the full rules and the form.
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