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<p>This Government is committed to providing support to help all young people move
into work and avoid the scarring effects of unemployment, as we recover from the Covid
pandemic.</p><p> </p><p>Youth Employability Coaches are providing flexible support
to young people with significant complex needs and barriers to help them move into
employment and offering six weeks of in-work support when they start work. This support
is one element of the DWP Youth Offer, alongside the Youth Employment Programme and
Youth Hubs designed to support young people enter the labour market.</p><p> </p><p>In
addition, the Kickstart scheme is available for young people aged 16-24, on Universal
Credit and at risk of long term unemployment. Work Coaches refer eligible young people
to Kickstart jobs and support them through the application process.</p><p> </p><p>DWP
also have a national programme of mentoring circles, involving employers offering
specialised support to young (16-24 years old), unemployed, ethnic minority jobseekers.
These provide customers with an opportunity to build confidence and job search skills,
whilst at the same time helping employers understand and revise their recruitment
practices. As a result of Covid-19, we are additionally delivering virtual Mentoring
Circles sessions to comply with national lockdown and social distancing guidelines.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Young
people identified as being involved or at risk of being involved in gangs or serious
violence are recognised as a priority group and eligible for early entry to the Work
and Health Programme in England and Wales. In addition, Jobcentres work with local
partners to provide local support to suit individuals' needs.</p>
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