Lunchtime intro: The Kickstart scheme for SMEs

You’ve probably heard about the kickstart scheme that allows businesses to take on young people for 25 hours a week, with wages fully reimbursed, but aren’t sure if your business is eligible or how to get involved successfully.

This quick introduction to the Kickstart Scheme is for businesses that are likely to be interested in offering between 1-30 kickstart jobs.

Phil Golding, who is heading up the Chamber’s new ‘MY Kickstart’ gateway service, gives you a brief overview of the scheme before explaining what you should consider before choosing a gateway (or kickstart partner) to make your kickstart jobs a reality.

Overview

• What is the kickstart scheme?
• Is my business eligible?
• Which Kickstart Gateway is right for us?
• Questions and answers

Visit: www.mykickstart.org.uk for information on the Chamber’s Kickstart gateway service.