Nursery World - First step on the ladder

The Kickstart scheme gives young unemployed people a chance to experience working in childcare, and has value for providers as well, says
Deborah Callway

Having owned a nursery several years ago, I wanted to share the benefits to business of the Government-funded nationwide Kickstart scheme.

Launched last year, it enables employers to give an unemployed young person on Universal Credit a six-month paid job placement fully funded by the scheme, plus an additional £1,500 for onboarding.

There are many young people looking for a chance to gain valuable experience working in the childcare sector. They want to achieve new qualifications, develop transferable skills, boost their confidence and be in a better position to gain full time employment. Businesses can also benefit by taking on young people with new ideas, energy and enthusiasm. There is no commitment beyond the six months.

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