DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS · Awarded contract
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Award of 'Choose to Improve' Employment Support Programme for Young People to Hull College Group

Awarded 09 Mar 2015

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Awarded09 Mar 2015
Value£250,700.00
SupplierHull College Group
AgencyDEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
RegionYorkshire and The Humber
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 10y 7mo ago1y 1mo term
Awarded 9 Mar 2015Expired 30 Mar 2016

About

The Department for Work and Pensions awarded a contract to Hull College Group for the 'Choose to Improve - Supporting Young People in to Work' programme, which aims to support young people by improving confidence, motivation and self-esteem in order to progress nearer to or into work.

The programme provides claimants with a clear understanding of the fundamental qualities and behaviours required in the workplace.

The main customer group are those aged 18-24 on Jobseekers Allowance (Pre & Post Work Programme), Incapacity Benefit or Employment and Support Allowance, with overall eligibility determined by Jobcentre Plus.

The contract value is £250,700.

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