Finding entry-level work is harder for young people today than it has been in recent years, with youth unemployment rates reaching 16.4% in 2026. It is clear that actions must be taken to help young people enter the workforce and upskill to give them the best options for employment in the future. In this article we will discuss how HR training can support young people entering the workforce.
UK Government’s commitment to NEETs
Currently there are over 1 million young people aged 16 to 24 in the UK that are NEET (not in education, employment, or training). To tackle this, the UK government has launched a £1 billion programme under a flagship Youth Guarantee and the Get Britain Working initiative to tackle the rising number of young people who are NEET targeting a total of over one million affected individuals.
Some of the ways the government has identified as pathways to lower the number of NEETs is through investing in training programmes and introducing employer incentives for those hiring young people.
How HR professions are supporting early careers
Human resources (HR) roles can be a fantastic way to introduce young people into the workforce. HR is a varied profession with a range of pathways available for young people to explore and get to grips with the day-to-day running of a business. Additionally, HR roles provide a range of transferable skills turning an entry level position in HR into the prefer learning hub for those who wish to continue to work in the corporate world.
LMP Education’s Funded HR Training
Develop internal skills and knowledge on how to keep your organisation compliant, efficient and people focused through a Level 3 HR Support apprenticeship. Funded through the Growth & Skills Levy this programme is ideal for employers who wish to develop their human resources teams. Investing in the Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship can deliver a number of practical and commercial benefits for employers.
Learn more about the Level 3 HR Support programme.
About LMP Education
LMP Education is an award-winning apprenticeship training provider that offers a range of funded training solutions for businesses across a variety of sectors. We support organisations in upskilling their staff through apprenticeship training programmes.
If you are interested in learning more about how LMP Education can support your organisation through funded training for staff, book a discovery call with a member of the team today!
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