Posh Foundation currently looking to recruit through the KickStart Scheme.

Peterborough United Foundation are currently on the lookout for a Social Media & Marketing Assistant through the Government’s Kickstart Scheme. Applicants must be aged between 16 and 24-year-old and be claiming Universal Credit. Only applicants who are referred by their job coach will be considered for these roles.

The role is a six-month paid work placement which aims to give young people the opportunity to build their skills in the workplace while gaining experience to improve their chances of finding long-term work.

About Kickstart

Peterborough United Foundation is one of 65 EFL clubs that has signed up for the government’s Kickstart scheme, providing hundreds of jobs for young people.

The Kickstart scheme offers six-month work placement job roles to young people aged 16-24 who are claiming Universal Credit – with the aim to give them the opportunity to build their skills in the workplace while gaining experience to improve their chances of finding long-term work.

Kickstart gives young people the opportunity they need to get their foot on the ladder and a foothold in the world of work.

The scheme targets young people who have been hit especially hard by the Coronavirus pandemic, and Kickstart focuses on giving them the best possible chance of getting a job.

PUF CEO, Gill Wignall said: “The Kickstart scheme is another great opportunity to support young people into employment by offering opportunities for them to gain meaningful experience and insight into the world of work.

“The Kickstart scheme will only add to the opportunities available for young people and we’re looking forward to welcoming young and enthusiastic individual through the Kickstart initiative.”

How to apply

To apply, please either go through Job Centre Plus or send a CV and covering letter to gill.wignall@theposh.com

Only candidates who are referred by their job coach, who are aged between 16 and 24-years-old, and are claiming Universal Credit, will be considered for this role.

All applications must be completed and sent before 5pm on 21st September 2021.

For any further queries regarding the roles, please contact gill.wignall@theposh.com