Employer Expression of Interest
The Growth Company is preparing to bid for a competitive tender to run Phase Two of the Jobs Guarantee Scheme in South Yorkshire and Merseyside.
Backed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), the scheme forms part of the wider Youth Guarantee, which is designed to address rising youth unemployment and contribute to the UK’s economic growth.
The Jobs Guarantee provides funded six-month paid work for young people aged 18 to 24, allowing employers to grow their teams and help people in their communities gain meaningful work experience.
What is the Jobs Guarantee?
- Who: 18–24-year-olds on Universal Credit for 18 months or more
- What: 6-month paid work placement (25 hours/week), meaning no wage cost to the employer
- Cost: Fully funded wage costs (National Minimum Wage)
- Support: Simple onboarding process and wraparound support from the Growth Company
Benefits for Your Business
- Access future skills pipeline: Provide opportunities and potentially convert placements into permanent hires
- Fresh skills and perspectives: Young people bring new ideas, energy, and innovation
- Flexibility: Tailored support to fit your business needs
- Boost social value: Help reduce youth unemployment and improve life chances in different communities
- Grow capacity without wage costs: Placements are fully subsidised, including wages and wraparound support
Register Your Interest or Apply
For more information about the scheme or to register your interest in providing a placement, contact us today via the below form or by emailing employersupport@gcemployment.uk.
Jobs Guarantee Phase Two FAQs
Jobs Guarantee (Phase Two) is a DWP‑backed employment programme offering funded six‑month paid roles for eligible 18–24‑year‑olds on Universal Credit, helping employers create sustainable job opportunities.
Employers can register an expression of interest for Jobs Guarantee Phase Two by completing the above form, with no obligation to proceed until roles and funding are agreed.
Employers receive financial support towards wages, plus ongoing recruitment, onboarding, and in‑work support throughout the six‑month placement.
Employers can offer a range of roles across sectors, provided the roles offer meaningful work, skill development, and a pathway into sustained employment.
Employers can grow their workforce, access motivated young talent, support young people on Universal Credit, and create high‑quality job pathways with minimal cost.