Decision details

The Panel received a presentation from the Director of Children’s Services on Post 16 Education.

The Director outlined details of the Government’s Kickstart Scheme to create new job placements for 16 to 24 year olds claiming Universal Credit who are at risk of long term unemployment.

It was noted that the County Council had committed to providing 30 (min) direct Kickstart placements across the organisation, starting between November 2020 and December 2021 and were near to submitting their first cohorts to the Department for Education.

The Director advised that the Scheme was being promoted through roadshows running alongside the County Council’s Apprenticeship programme and through its Careers Service

Members were also updated on the newly developed Hampshire Skills Recovery Plan which contained a number of actions, including:

·         Apprenticeships – levy programme continues with incentives for employers (up to £2k)

·         Apprenticeships – committed £2m to the levy transfer fund, supported by the new Apprenticeship Hubs

·         Young People - SEND Employability Hubs launched, expansion of Supported Internships and Traineeships

·         Young People – Hampshire-led multi-LA proposal to the Youth Futures Trust (outcome Spring 2021)

·         Adult Skills - £1.3m programme Inc. focused on employability and digital skills

·         Employment  - incl. DWP Work-based Academy (Care) and Construction Skills Fund projects

RESOLVED:

That the presentation be noted.