Jobcentres are helping young people take their first steps into employment.
In East Renfrewshire, Jobcentre Plus is providing practical support, confidence-building and personalised advice to help young adults enter the workforce and prepare for long-term success.
Rebeca Rullo Fernandez, external relationships leader at Laurieston Jobcentre, said: “Our dedicated work coaches are fully equipped to deliver a wide range of personalised support services tailored specifically for young people.
“From expert guidance on job searching to training opportunities, CV writing and help with job applications and interview techniques, we’re here to help every step of the way.
“For those facing challenges in entering the workforce, our youth employability coaches offer specialist, one-to-one support.
“We also provide financial assistance through the Flexible Support Fund, which can help cover costs like travel, equipment or clothing needed for work or training.
“Young people can also take advantage of exciting opportunities such as apprenticeships, work experience placements and job fairs – all designed to build skills, boost confidence and connect them directly with employers.”
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The Jobcentre is hosting a mini recruitment event in partnership with St Enoch Centre on September 25, from 10am to 4pm.
The event will showcase job opportunities with retailers and businesses based within the centre.
Rullo Fernandez said: “We are delighted to work in partnership with St Enoch Centre to connect jobseekers with employers.
“Collaborations like this create meaningful opportunities for people, leading to stronger communities.
“A sincere thank you to the shopping centre team for their commitment to local employment.”
The latest employment figures highlight the work being done by work coaches across East Renfrewshire.
The claimant count in East Renfrewshire has fallen by 13% compared to this time last year.
There has also been a 17% decrease in over-50s receiving unemployment-related benefits since last year.
Jobcentre Plus is working with employers to organise pre-employment training and job fairs.
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Pat McFadden, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, said: “Today’s figures show signs of progress with economic inactivity and redundancies continuing to fall.
“But we must futureproof our workforce by giving people the opportunities and skills they need to secure the jobs of tomorrow.
“It is vital that our £240m Get Britain Working plan is felt by people across the country, whether it’s through targeted support for young people entering the workforce or joining up work, health and skills support.”
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