Kickstart Scheme at Cardiff and the Vale University Health Board

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is delighted to be taking part in a scheme which supports young people in gaining valuable experience.

The Kickstart Scheme aims to develop transferable skills and increase the opportunity for sustained employment. The scheme offers six-month work placements, using grant funding to support 16 to 24 year olds who are currently out of work, claiming Universal Credit and are at risk of long-term unemployment. 

As a health board we recognise the impact of COVID-19 on employment especially for young people and we are therefore pleased to be in the position to support our young people and to make a positive impact at such a challenging time.
From an initial intake of 50, we have successfully enrolled 136 participants to date, with that number expected to increase to 200 by the end of the year.  
We are pleased to see several departments supporting the Kickstart Scheme within our Health Board including Learning, Education & Development Department, Housekeeping, Catering, Dental Clinic Support, Cardiff& Vale Health Charity and the Children’s Hospital of Wales.

More information about the Kickstart Scheme can be found on the Job Help site: https://jobhelp.campaign.gov.uk/kickstart/