Every successful career starts with someone willing to open a door.
Give Me a Chance connects employers with talented students and apprentices from Chesterfield College Group.
Whether you’re looking to fill a skills gap, develop future talent, or strengthen your workforce, we’ll help you find motivated individuals ready to make a difference.
Together, we can create opportunities that change lives while helping local businesses grow.
There are many ways to support emerging talent while finding the right fit for your organisation. Choose the option that works best for your business needs and available resources.
Give young people valuable experience in a real workplace while discovering emerging talent for your organisation.
These are established employer pathways offered through Chesterfield College Group.
Bring fresh talent into your organisation while developing the skills your business needs.
Reach motivated students looking for part-time, full-time and voluntary opportunities.
ONE MILLION young people in the UK are not in education, employment, or training (NEET), a 26% increase from pre-pandemic levels.
This year alone, Chesterfield College students need over 160,000 hours of work experience or industry placement.
The East Midlands has the THIRD highest youth unemployment rate in the UK.
Access information on funding schemes, apprenticeship incentives, and potential tax benefits that can help reduce costs while developing future talent for your business.
Benefit from ongoing guidance throughout the process, including candidate matching, recruitment advice, onboarding support, and workforce planning assistance.
Work directly with our employer engagement team, who will help you identify opportunities, answer questions, and ensure a smooth experience from start to finish.
Create a pipeline of skilled local talent by providing valuable opportunities that help students develop while supporting your long-term recruitment needs.
Whether you’re considering a work placement, apprenticeship, or recruitment opportunity, we’re here to make the process simple. Explore answers to some of the most common questions from employers looking to invest in local talent and strengthen their workforce.
Absolutely. Employers of all sizes can get involved. We offer flexible opportunities that can be tailored to your organisation, resources, and recruitment goals.
We work closely with students to understand their skills, interests, and career aspirations, helping us connect you with candidates who are a good fit for your organisation.
Depending on the opportunity, funding or financial support may be available. Our team can help you understand the options and identify any incentives relevant to your business.
The level of involvement is entirely up to you. From short-term work experience placements to long-term recruitment opportunities, there’s a pathway to suit every employer.
Getting involved is simple. Once you’ve registered your interest, a member of our team will discuss your requirements and help you take the next steps.
Yes. Many employers combine work experience, apprenticeships, placements, and recruitment opportunities to create a stronger pipeline of future talent.
Partnering with Chesterfield College Group gives you access to motivated local talent, helps develop your future workforce, and strengthens your connection with the local community.
Simply complete the enquiry form and a member of our employer engagement team will be in touch to discuss how we can support your recruitment and workforce needs.
Every opportunity you create has the power to shape a future career. By partnering with
Chesterfield College Group, you’re not only developing local talent, but you’re also helping your business
discover motivated individuals with the skills and potential to thrive.
We have worked with Chesterfield for many years now. We have many great apprentices from there. From level 2 through to higher levels. We’re taking apprenticeships as part of our growth strategy.
Whether you’re looking to fill a vacancy, develop future talent, or simply explore how your organisation can support local students, we’d love to hear from you.
Our employer engagement team will work with you to understand your goals, connect you with suitable candidates, and help you find the right opportunity for your business.
Complete the form to start the conversation and discover how partnering with Chesterfield College Group can benefit both your organisation and the next generation of talent.
