For participants

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:

• Having a disability.
• Being in a racialised group.
• Being a care leaver.
• Having a criminal conviction.
• Being a lone parent or being homeless.  

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 Glasgow City Council and the Scottish and UK Governments, 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 (£10.90 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. 

• View vacancies
• Download and complete application form
• Completed applications should be sent to workplacements@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com
• Applications will be sifted by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce and sent to the employer
• Glasgow Chamber of Commerce will contact you with Interview dates and times upon successful sift
• Successful candidates will be informed by Glasgow Chamber of Commerce
• You can apply for multiple vacancies 

How do I get involved?

There are no vacancies open yet. Please register your interest with us by emailing workplacements@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com. That way, when placements become available, a member of the team can meet with you to check you are eligible and then keep you in the loop for any opportunities that might be suitable.