Register for Job Start Plus

Job Start Plus is a training programme for young people aimed at preparing them for the workplace. It offers career guidance and tailored training to develop relevant skills and build confidence. There’s also the opportunity to be placed in a place of work.

Eligibility

You are eligible to sign up if you meet both of the 2 criteria:

1. You are 16 to 24 years old (or between 16 and 34 if you are a person with a disability).
2. You are not currently employed or enrolled in a training institution.

About the training

‘World of Work’ training workshops are held in person over 3 weeks at a central location. Over those 3 weeks, job starters should be available between 8.45am and 4.30pm for 5 days a week.

The workshops focus on workforce preparation and core development skills such as:

• resume writing
• job search strategies
• interview techniques
• effective communication
• teamwork
• conflict resolution
• anger management
• time management
• work ethics

Job starters are given a stipend to cover lunch and travel expenses.

When to register

Registration is open throughout the year.

How to register

Complete the form

There are 2 ways to register. You can:

1. Complete the online form

   Register now

2. Get a paper form from the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector

   You must complete it by hand and return it to the department.

   Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector,
   3rd Floor West,
   Warrens Office Complex,
   Warrens Close,
   St. Michael

After you have registered

Once your registration has been processed, you will be invited to an assessment. Organisers will evaluate:

• your readiness to work
• your suitablity for the programme
• any additional support you need

You will then receive the schedule for the World of Work trainingg and what you will need to bring.

The initiative is owned by the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and Third Sector.