Rise in young people on Universal Credit as Skegness JobCentre highlights vacancies
Skegness JobCentre is urging people to make the most of seasonal employment – with 123 roles now on offer in the town.
The news comes at figures for those seeking Universal Credit across East Lindsey are released – showing a 20% increase in the number of young people now claiming it.
Wayne Bark, Employer and Partnership Manager for Skegness Jobcentre said: “With Christmas fast approaching, employers are busy recruiting for seasonal roles, and our local Jobcentre in Skegness are helping people find and apply for vacancies.
“Seasonal work can help jobseekers gain valuable skills and experience, while ongoing support, sector-based work academies focusing on security, construction and education, and help with childcare costs is available.”
He said the Christmas roles offer an ideal route back into employment, adding: “Thousands more opportunities can be found through our ‘Find a Job’ portal with 123 vacancies available across a whole range of sectors.”
Universal Credit figures
Figures for 2026 up to the end of September show there was an 11% overall increase in the number of those on Universal Credit in East Lindsey compared to the same period in 2025.
For this year’s period, there were 2,495 claimants – 245 more than 2025. For the age group 18-24, the increase this year was 20%, from 445 to 535.
The over 50s age group also saw an increase of 10%, from 635 claimants in 2025 to 700 registered this year.
Government plans
Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Pat McFadden said: "Too many young people still find themselves locked out of employment. That’s why are working with industry, to bring young people back into the labour market and prevent them from drifting into the welfare system.
“The hospitality and retail sectors have committed to 200,000 jobs for young people not in education, work or training through this partnership, to give them the opportunities they need to get started and build a successful career.”