Why Join Youth Employment UK?

Youth Employment UK is the expert voice on youth employment.

We are ideally placed to understand the complex employment landscape and to support employers, young people, and policy makers as we drive for full youth employment.

Membership to Youth Employment UK provides guidance, best practice, and recognition through the Good Youth Employment Standards. We’re here to help you support the next generation as they enter the workforce.

What Do You Get as a Member?

  Access the Good Youth Employment Benchmark. The Benchmark allows your organisation to monitor and measure your current practices for Early Careers, Work Experience and Employment Standards. Get a comprehensive report to help you attract and retain your staff.

Access to an extensive catalogue of exclusive resources via a personalised dashboard and Member-only events on policies that affect you, youth employment best practices for strong staff retention, and more.

Recognition of your commitment to the Good Youth Employment Standards, with our Members-only badge to display on your website and recruitment materials.

Exclusive Members-only newsletter which contains our expert insights and first-party research on policy and youth voice, as well as updates on key youth employment topics.

Entry into our Good Youth Employment Awards, as part of our annual, in-person Good Youth Employment symposium.

meeting iconA dedicated Account Manager to provide ongoing insights and support to help you create employment strategies that support you, your team and staff retention.

people icon Struggle to attract and retain the right team? Add Recruitment to your Membership and post unlimited vacancies and opportunities to our Opportunity Finder!

Membership Fees

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Employers must have Membership to take advantage of + Recruitment.

Prices exclude VAT, are annual costs and are subject to organisations meeting the Good Youth Employment Standards and Youth Employment UK Terms and Conditions. EOE

Why Choose us as Your Employment Strategy Partner?

We are co-founders of the Youth Employment Group, alongside The King’s Trust, Youth Futures Foundation, Learning and Work Institute, Institute for Employment Studies, and Impetus. We have strong industry connections with the Department for Education and the Department for Work and Pensions and are the secretariat for the APPG for Youth Employment.

As founders of the Youth Voice Census (the largest youth survey across the UK), we have in-depth insight into how young people feel about education, work and employment opportunities. We use this insight to help employers form robust employment practices that support their growth and the communities they are in.

Speak to us today via our enquiry form below, or call 01536 513388.

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In the 2024 Youth Voice Census, young people told us in their thousands that there were not enough opportunities for them. They feel as though they are impossible to access, with 26% of young people saying there are no quality opportunities available where they live and a further 8% feeling there are no quality jobs available at all. We’re on a mission to change this.

With our recruitment package, you can post unlimited opportunities and vacancies through our opportunity finder, an interactive job board where young people can explore quality opportunities in their local area, and across the county.

Browse our Opportunity Finder and employers who are committed to the Good Youth Employment Standards to see the existing work organisations are doing to promote their early career opportunities.

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FAQs for Employers

What are the benefits of becoming a Member as an employer?

By joining Youth Employment UK, employers benefit from:

  • Access to a network of like-minded organisations committed to youth employment.
  • Tools and resources to improve youth recruitment and retention strategies.
  • Branding opportunities to showcase your organisation as a youth-friendly employer.
  • Participation in events, webinars, and workshops focused on young talent and diversity.
  • Opportunities to share job vacancies and events with young people (Recruitment package required).
  • Access to research and insights into the youth labour market.
How much does Membership cost?

Membership fees vary based on the size and needs of your organisation. Youth Employment UK offers several tiers of Membership designed to suit businesses of all sizes, from small to large employers. Call 01536 513388 to discuss your options with our team.

What is the Good Youth Employment Standards Badge?

The Good Youth Employment Standards Badge is a recognition of your commitment to providing good quality youth employment opportunities. As a Member, you will be guided through the necessary steps to become a recognised Good Youth Employer, which includes best practices in recruitment, diversity, and employee development. You can use the badge to demonstrate your values to stakeholders and attract new talent.

What kind of support can we expect to help us improve our youth employment practices?

Members receive varied support in the form of written content that will appear on your employer dashboard, Members’ exclusive webinars, and in-person events and learning opportunities Support covers:

  • Guidance on developing early career strategies.
  • Best practices for creating apprenticeships, internships, and other opportunities.
  • Resources to help improve diversity and inclusion in hiring young people.
  • Insights and advice on onboarding, training, and mentoring young employees.
  • Regular updates on relevant policy and legislative changes affecting youth employment.
How does Youth Employment UK help us attract young talent?

Our Recruitment option gives you exclusive access to post your job vacancies, apprenticeships, and other opportunities on our Opportunity Finder, which is regularly visited by millions of young people seeking employment. We also offer opportunities for employers to participate in campaigns, events, and content creation that target young audiences.

Is there a minimum commitment period for Membership?

The Membership lasts for 12 months, with the option to renew. There is no long-term obligation, but continuous Membership is recommended to fully benefit from ongoing support and long-term engagement with young talent.

Are there opportunities to network with other employers?

As a Member, you will be invited to exclusive events, webinars, and forums where you can connect with other businesses, share best practices, and collaborate on initiatives related to youth employment.

How does Youth Employment UK advocate for youth employment policies?

Youth Employment UK works with the government, educational institutions, and employers to influence policies that support youth employment. Youth Employment UK is the secretariat for the APPG for Youth Employment.

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