JGW+ Employer Information

DEVELOP FUTURE TALENT WHILE GROWING YOUR BUSINESS JOBS GROWTH WALES+ EMPLOYER INFORMATION

ABOUT JOBS GROWTH WALES+ Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) is a training and development programme for 16 –19-year-olds that equips them with the skills, qualifications, and experience needed to gain employment or pursue further training.

By working with us to offer placements or work tasters, your business can play a vital role in helping our young people develop their skills and confidence.

Why offer placements or work tasters?

Discover young talent with ease Short-term placements or work tasters let you evaluate motivated JGW+ learners in real work situations without the need for permanent commitments. This gives you the opportunity to identify promising talent and benefit from their fresh ideas and energy.

Shape the skills you need By offering work tasters or placements, you provide hands-on experience in your industry, helping young people develop the skills and attitudes needed for full-time employment, possibly within your organisation.

Young Person’s Guarantee The Young Person’s Guarantee is a key commitment from the Welsh Government, ensuring all under 25s receive support for education, training, or employment. By participating in our JGW+ programme, your business helps develop young talent and boosts its corporate social responsibility (CSR) profile, demonstrating your commitment to building a skilled future workforce.

BENEFITS TO YOUR BUSINESS In addition to the immediate advantages of engaging with young people, partnering with us offers various business benefits that can enhance your organisation’s efficiency and productivity.

Here are some key advantages to consider:

Cost free placements

Ongoing support

Long-term opportunities

Learners receive a training allowance of up to £60 per week based on their hours and we also cover meal and travel expenses, so providing a placement costs you nothing.

Throughout the placement, our team provides full support and guidance for both you and the learner, ensuring a smooth and beneficial experience for all involved.

Learners who do well during their placements are great candidates for future employment or apprenticeships.

By partnering with us, you can easily transition these individuals into apprenticeships and reduce recruitment costs.

ALTERNATIVE

OPPORTUNITIES Not ready to offer a placement yet?

There are still flexible ways to engage with and develop young people through Jobs Growth Wales+:

Work tasters

Mock interviews

Short placements that allow learners to gain industry experience and build relevant skills.

Help prepare learners for the job market while observing their potential first-hand.

Employer visits & career talks Inspire young people by showing them what’s possible in their career paths.

Workshops Host employability or skill-based workshops to equip young people with the skills they need for success in your sector.

HOW TO GET STARTED Getting started is easy! Just contact us, and we’ll connect you with our World of Work team, who will guide you through the necessary checks and induction.

Click here for more information or get in touch: info@acttraining.org.uk 029 2046 4727