12 young people have become the first to join Network Rail under the Government’s Kickstart scheme, with more to follow in the weeks and months ahead.

Working across all areas of the business – including HR, communications, finance and project management – the Kickstarters will be developing their skills and gaining valuable experience while playing their part in delivering a safe and reliable railway for passengers and freight users.

While all employers participating in the scheme can apply for funding to cover 100% of the National Minimum Wage, or the National Living Wage depending on the age of the participant, Network Rail is voluntarily going further by paying its Kickstarters in line with the Living Wage Foundation.

Network Rail’s aim is to take on at least 100 Kickstarters in total.

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