How much is available?
Up to £1,000, *paid as follows:
- £500 at outset of employment
- £250 at week 6 of employment
- £250 at week 13 of employment
*Payments can be split and paid flexibly over a 3 month period to suit individual requirements.
What can the money be used for?
- Timing of salary versus UC payments
- Initial childcare costs and deposits
- Existing debts
- Transport costs
- Clothes for work
- Buying coffees or lunches at work
Who is it paid to?
Direct to the parent or if preferred, paid to the childcare provider.
How do I apply?
Please speak to your PESF Keyworker or get in touch with Argyll and Bute Council’s Employability Team on:
Telephone 01586 555990