Transition to Wage from Social Assistance in Delft

From social assistance to work in Delft? The municipality of Delft's 'bridging arrangement' helps you on your way. For a full-time job, you retain 100% social assistance alongside your wage for 6 months (up to max. social assistance level). After that, the benefit stops automatically. For part-time work, a pro rata retention applies, adjusted to your hours. This arrangement encourages outflow from social assistance; in 2024, Delft offers a one-time bonus of €300 after 6 months of work. Participation Act article 78 regulates this nationally, but Delft applies it locally via the Werkplein Delft. Report your new job immediately to the Werkplein Delft (Burgwal 35, Delft); the municipality adjusts your benefit immediately. Partner income is included in the calculation. After termination, you can reapply upon job loss, with a 4-week 'reconnection period' without asset verification – ideal for Delft residents in the technical sector. Advantages: no poverty trap upon resuming work. The Werkplein Delft offers free job application training and workshops, often in collaboration with TU Delft for retraining. Penalty for not reporting: minimum €546. Check your status via the UWV work folder or the Delft online portal. Approximately 40% of participants return to social assistance within a year; therefore, build up a buffer. Combine with the Delft study cost reimbursement for retraining trajectories in sectors such as high-tech and hydraulic engineering.