Issue details

Acceptance of Funding and Commencement of Delivery of the National Jobs Guarantee Programme

To approve Oldham Council's participation in the National Jobs Guarantee Programme as a delivery partner within the GC Employment supply chain, including acceptance of external funding, establishment of staffing resources required for delivery, and commencement of programme activity supporting approximately 410 young people between November 2026 and May 2028.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure > £250,000 (Significant expenditure or savings);

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 14/10/2026

Decision due: 30 Nov 2026 by Cabinet

Lead director: James Kington

Department: Place Directorate

Contact: Jonathan Phillips, Principal Officer (employment and skills) Email: Jonathan.Phillips@oldham.gov.uk.

Key Decision Reference: KDD-26-47