DWP Launches Free Recruitment Support for UK Businesses

Written By Alex Finch

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched a new national campaign offering no-fee specialist recruitment support to UK employers through Jobcentre Plus. The service is open to all businesses, regardless of size, sector, or the number of roles they need to fill.

Despite this, only one in five businesses has used Jobcentre Plus in the past year — often due to low confidence in the service’s ability to find suitable candidates.

Yet employers continue to struggle. Over 50% of businesses in a recent DWP Employer Survey reported difficulties finding the right people, and with the average cost of a vacancy now £6,125 (CIPD), Jobcentre Plus could be a valuable, cost-effective option.

Who Can Benefit?

While the campaign targets industries with high vacancy rates, the support is available to every employer. Key sectors include:

  • Manufacturing

  • Logistics

  • Retail

  • Hospitality

  • Health and social care

  • Construction

Whether you’re hiring for one position or scaling up a team, Jobcentre Plus can help widen your candidate pool at no cost.

How to Access Support

Businesses can find out more and access tailored recruitment assistance via the Business.gov.uk website.

Alex Finch
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