If you are unemployed and looking for support to get back into employment with a Paid work placement. Read about the eligibility criteria and how to apply for roles below.
Please note students are not eligible for this programme
Who can get a Placement?
The programme is open to Glasgow City residents aged 16 to pensionable age who are not currently working but are eligible to work in the UK. Participants must be ready for work but have barriers to employment that make it difficult for them to secure a job independently. There is no definitive list of what constitutes a barrier, but this could include the following:
Places in the programme are limited, and we will prioritise people who can benefit the most – people who are ready for work but unable to secure a job.
Please note students are not eligible for a paid work placement, this includes anyone that has a student visa but is not currently enrolled in education.
Paid work placements are funded by Scottish and UK Governments through Glasgow City Council all applicants need to complete eligibility checks when registering for the programme.
Please contact workplacements@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com if you would like to check your eligibility before applying.
What do I get out of it?
As an employee on a placement, you’ll get valuable experience of work while being paid at least the Real Living Wage (£12.00 per hour). To help you get the most out of your placement, you’ll also have support, including somebody to help you think about your goals and access any training you need. At the end of the post, you might be offered a continuing role with your placement employer, but you might prefer to find another job or go to college or university. Either way, support is in place to help you achieve your aim.
How to apply
Paid work placement vacancies are now closed
Contact
If you have any questions or would like more information about the Paid Work Placements programme, please contact workplacements@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com
How do I view roles?
You can view all of the available roles on our vacancies page.
