HUNDREDS of thousands of jobseekers could benefit from a new employment programme launching today.
The new scheme, which is called JETS (Job Entry Targeted Support), – is backed by a £238 million investment from the government.
It is already up and running in several counties as of this morning, with more areas following later this month. It will be available in Scotland from early next year.
The JETS scheme is designed to support those people who have been left jobless due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
It specifically targets Universal Credit (UC) All Work related Requirements (AWRR) and New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) claimants who have been unemployed for at least 13 weeks.
Through JETS, the Department for Work and Pensions will give scheme-members access to tailored, flexible support to help them quickly get back into employment.
The new programme will also see a number of providers offer a range of help, including specialist advice on how people can move into growing sectors, as well as CV and interview coaching.
The programme will give job hunters a return-to-work action plan, which will be agreed with their personal Work Coach, and complemented by peer support and opportunities to build their skills.
