The Quickstart BG Scheme offers 6 month paid work placements designed to provide opportunities for people out of work to gain valuable experience, undertake relevant training and enhance employability skills to increase future chances of finding full time work once the placement has ended.

A host of employers in Blaenau Gwent are offering meaningful Quickstart placements in a variety of sectors to suit individual interests.

Participants will be supported throughout their placement to develop transferrable skills and increase confidence to secure future long term employment.