How we can help young people into work

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Kickstart your career with a 12-week work placement!

Ready to take the first step into the world of work? 

Our Get Ready for Work programme gives you the chance to gain real experience with an employer in a genuine work environment.

During your placement, you’ll:

  • work 20 hours per week
  • achieve a Level 4 SQA Certificate in Work Readiness
  • build skills, confidence, and a strong reference for your future

Some of our employers offer job opportunities at the end of the placement. But no matter what, we’ll work with you to secure a role after you finish—because by completing this programme, you’ll have shown commitment, drive, and gained valuable references.

Who can apply?

You must be:

  • 16–19 years old (£60 weekly payments on a training agreement)
  • Live in Angus and be able to work in the UK
  • Not in employment, education, or training
  • Not at school and at risk of struggling to move into work
  • Facing one or more barriers to employment

Interested?

Contact our Skills Team. Email skillsteam@angus.gov.uk or call 01307 492039