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Why Do 37% of Warehouse Workers Leave Within Their First Year?

The problem isn't the people. It's the lack of support.

The UK warehouse sector faces a retention crisis. Industry data reveals that warehouse staff turnover averages 37% annually, more than ten times the national average of 3.6% across all industries. For young workers aged 16 to 24, the challenge is even more acute: nearly one million young people in the UK are currently unemployed or not in education, employment, or training.
The problem isn't ability. It's the system. Young warehouse workers seek stability, predictability, and autonomy in their roles, yet traditional temp-to-perm models offer none of these. Without proper support, preparation, or mentorship, young workers are set up to fail before they even start.
Employers pay the price: constant recruitment costs, productivity losses, and operational disruption.
Young people pay the price: another failed job, another knock to their confidence, a barrier to building a stable future.
But it doesn't have to be this way.
The Only UK Service Combining Permanent Placement with 12-Week Mentorship

We don't just place young people in warehouse jobs. We support them to succeed.

Youth Start is different. We're not a temp agency. We're not a charity. We're a social enterprise that bridges the gap between young people who need support and employers who need reliable, committed workers.
Our approach is simple but powerful:
Permanent placement from day one. No zero-hour contracts. No uncertainty. Just stable, paid employment.
12 weeks of structured mentorship. Regular check-ins, problem-solving support, and guidance to help young workers navigate their first three months with confidence.
A guarantee for employers. If it doesn't work out in the first three months, we'll find you a replacement at no extra cost.
This isn't just recruitment. It's a partnership that works for everyone.
We rigorously screen candidates to match your needs, culture, and values. No guesswork.
1. Find

We rigorously screen candidates to match your needs, culture, and values. No guesswork.

We coach young people on interview skills, workplace expectations, and what success looks like in your business.
2. Prepare

We coach young people on interview skills, workplace expectations, and what success looks like in your business.

Weekly mentorship calls, scheduled check-ins, and proactive problem-solving.
3. Support

For 12 weeks, we stay in touch with both the young person and the employer. Weekly mentorship calls, scheduled check-ins, and proactive problem-solving.

Youth Start consultant connecting employer with young warehouse worker candidate

Built for Employers.

Designed for Young People.

 

For Employers - Hire With Confidence

Reduce Costs & Improve Retention

Hiring young warehouse workers shouldn't be a gamble. With Youth Start, you get:
  • Up to 89% cheaper than temp-to-perm agencies, and 44-63% cheaper than traditional recruitment.
  • Reduced turnover. Our 12-week mentorship model addresses the support gap that causes young workers to leave.
  • Zero-risk guarantee. If a placement doesn't work out in the first three months, we'll replace them for free.
  • Faster hiring. We pre-screen, prepare, and match candidates to your specific needs, so you spend less time recruiting.
You get reliable, committed workers. They get the support to succeed. Everyone wins.
Hire With Confidence
For Young People - We Support You

Your First Warehouse Job

Starting a new job can be overwhelming, especially if it's your first one. Youth Start makes it easier:
  • Permanent job from day one. No temp contracts. No uncertainty. Just stable, paid work.
  • Interview coaching and preparation. We'll help you understand what employers are looking for and how to present yourself with confidence.
  • 12 weeks of mentorship. Your dedicated mentor will check in with you every week, answer questions, and help you navigate challenges.
  • No cost to you. Our service is completely free for young people.
You're not just getting a job. You're getting a partner who wants you to succeed.
Start Your Career
Real Results. Real People.
Young People Placed in Permanent Jobs
127
Young People Placed in Permanent Jobs
Employers We Work With
18
Employers We Work With
3-Month Retention Rate
88 %
3-Month Retention Rate
David Chen, Warehouse Operations Lead at Streamline Logistics Solutions, fictional employer testimonial for Youth Start case study
David Chen

Warehouse Operations Lead (Fictional)

"We were losing nearly half our new starters within the first few months. The constant turnover was costing us thousands in recruitment fees, disrupting team morale, and putting pressure on our experienced staff who had to keep retraining replacements. We'd tried temp agencies and traditional recruitment, but nothing solved the core problem: young people weren't staying."
What Youth Start Did:
Pre-screened and matched candidates to company culture and role requirements, provided interview coaching to candidates before placement, delivered 12 weeks of structured mentorship with weekly check-ins for both employer and employee, and offered proactive problem-solving support during the critical first three months
Results:
Reduced early-stage turnover by an estimated 65% based on industry research, saved approximately £15,000 in recruitment costs annually, and improved team stability and morale
Fictional case study based on industry research and Youth Start's proposed model.
Marcus, aged 20, warehouse operative, fictional young person testimonial for Youth Start case study
Marcus

A 20-year-old from Nottingham (Fictional)

"I'd been through three temp jobs in a year and felt like giving up. Every role felt the same—no one cared if I stayed or left, and I had no idea how to make it work long-term. I didn't know how to prepare properly for interviews, and the constant rejection made me question whether I was cut out for warehouse work at all."
What Youth Start Did:
Conducted thorough interview preparation and coaching to build confidence and workplace readiness, matched Marcus with an employer genuinely seeking long-term commitment rather than temporary labour, set clear expectations about the role, workplace culture, and what success looks like, and provided weekly mentorship calls for 12 weeks to address challenges and build confidence.
Results:
Secured his first permanent warehouse position, completed the full 12-week mentorship programme with consistent support, remained in role for over 8 months with progression opportunities—exceeding the industry average where 49% of warehouse workers leave within their first year.
Fictional case study based on industry research and Youth Start's proposed model.
Zara, aged 22, warehouse packer, fictional young person testimonial for Youth Start case study
Zara

A 22-year-old from Leicestershire (Fictional)

"I needed flexible hours because of childcare, and I'd never worked in a warehouse before. Every job I looked at had rigid shift patterns that didn't work for school drop-offs and pick-ups. I felt stuck—wanting to provide for my family but unable to find an employer who understood my situation or would give me a chance without experience."
What Youth Start Did:
Identified employers offering family-friendly shift patterns compatible with childcare responsibilities, provided tailored interview coaching addressing her specific concerns about balancing work and family, matched Zara with a supportive employer committed to diversity and flexibility, and delivered 12 weeks of weekly mentorship focusing on building workplace confidence and addressing childcare-related challenges proactively.
Results:
Placed in permanent role with family-friendly shift patterns, received structured weekly mentorship for 12 weeks, achieved financial stability and clear career pathway—overcoming barriers that force 25% of mothers to quit work due to childcare pressures.
Fictional case study based on industry research and Youth Start's proposed model.
Ready to End the Cycle?

Whether you're an employer tired of constant turnover or a young person looking for your first real opportunity, we're here to help.

Youth Start exists to break the cycle of youth unemployment and workforce instability. We believe young people deserve proper support, and employers deserve reliable teams. Let's make it happen together.