Services
Employment and Training Initiatives
Flexible New Deal (new window)
If you have been in receipt of benefits for 12 months or more (in some circumstances 6 months) you could be entitled to take advantage of Flexible New Deal which aims to help you find a job, or get training or work experience to help you find a job. In West Lothian it is delivered for the DWP by Ingeus and A4E.
For more information speak to your Jobcentre Plus adviser
Future Jobs Fund (new window)
If you are aged between 18 and 24 and have been looking for work and claiming Job Seekers Allowance for six months or more you will get an offer of a job, work experience, or training lasting at least 6 months.
For more information speak to your Jobcentre Plus adviser
Get Ready For Work (new window)
If you're aged 16 to 19 whether in receipt of benefits allowance or not, the Get Ready for Work programme can help improve your vocational and core skills, fill any knowledge gaps and boost your overall job prospects.
Contact Skills Development Scotland on 01506 434 249
Modern Apprenticeships (new window)
Offers young people aged 16 to 19, either in or out of employment, the chance to gain invaluable industry recognised accreditations - including SVQs and NVQs - through Modern Apprenticeships training.
Contact Skills Development Scotland on 01506 434 249
Skillseekers (new window)
Skillseekers is a training programme for young people who want to develop skills and equip themselves for the world of work. Most young people involved in Skillseekers are in employment, but there are also training places for those having difficulty in finding a job.
Contact Skills Development Scotland on 01506 434 249
Training for Work (new window)
If you've been unemployed for some time, adding to your skills may be the best way to improve your chances of finding work. Skills Development Scotland?s Training for Work initiative gives access to vocational training to anyone over the age of 18 who has been unemployed for 13 out of the last 52 weeks.
Contact Skills Development Scotland on 01506 434 249
Work Schemes and Initiatives for Disabled People (new window)
If you have a disability or have other challenges to finding employment, there are a number of initiatives that provide extra support. Work schemes and initiatives for disabled people can provide a personalised programme of support to assist you back into employment.
For more information speak to your Jobcentre Plus adviser
