SKILLS DEVELOPMENT SCOTLAND

EMPLOYER RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE

In these uncertain economic times, your business needs to be sure its making informed staffing decisions, minimising risk to its investment. The Employer Recruitment Incentive (ERI), is designed to encourage businesses to recruit by offering a cash incentive to offset wages in the early stages. Businesses can access up to £2,000 when they employ a young apprentice, or take on individuals, who have gone through one of SDS’s pre-employment programmes, or have experienced significant barriers to work in the past.

SDS has produced a video (see below) demonstrating the programme. It features apprentice Scott Ferguson one of many young people who have great potential to get on in their lives, adding value to a business and the wider economy, if they get the chance.

For details call the Employer Helpline on 0800 783 6000 or contact Border Engineering Training Association.