Skills Bootcamps
Discover new opportunities for business skills development through Employer-led Skills Bootcamps.
Dorset and Somerset Skills Bootcamps
Do you wish training programmes were developed differently?
Are you looking for a skills solution that fits your business needs?
What are Skills Bootcamps?
Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks for adults aged 19 or over. A Skills Bootcamp is a flexible training program specifically designed to address the in-demand skills required by employers in various sectors.
Skills Bootcamps cater to the diverse needs of adults aged 19 and above, including those who are full-time or part-time employed, unemployed, returning to work after a break, self-employed, prisoners on temporary release, and those due to be released in 6 months.
These Skills Bootcamps are intensive training programs that enable you or your business to acquire new skills and knowledge in a particular field or industry.
Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Skills Bootcamp
Starting in 2024
🚚 Unleash Your Potential with a HGV Skills Bootcamp in Somerset!
- Fully-funded HGV Skills
- Free to everyone who meets the Eligibility requirements
- Novice to category C, up to 32-ton lorry / C + E
Guaranteed Interview: We’re invested in your career and not just about training. Benefit from an interview with an employer upon completion to kickstart your new career.
These businesses and individuals have already benefitted from a Skills Bootcamp. Just see what they have to say…
Skills Bootcamp Routes
Discover new opportunities for skills development and career advancement with our Employer-led Skills Bootcamps program. Whether you're seeking to bridge your business's skills gap and stay competitive or explore avenues for personal growth,
Skills Bootcamps may offer the solution you need.
I'm a business interested in Skills Bootcamps
What are Employer-led Skills Bootcamps?
Who are they for?
Our Employer-led Skill Bootcamps are for any business in Somerset or Dorset, small, medium or large, looking to either upskill their current staff or recruit new employees with specific skills.
What are the costs?
If your business has less than 250 employees, you’ll only pay 10% of the total cost of the Skills Bootcamp, with the government funding the other 90%.
For larger organisations, you’ll pay 30% of the total cost of the Skills Bootcamp, with the government funding the other 70%.
These programs effectively prepare employees for real-world challenges and job progression opportunities by aligning the training with your business needs and industry trends.
Skills Bootcamps Sectors for Dorset and Somerset
These are the sectors for our Skills Bootcamps.
If your business is in a different sector, please still get in touch with us.
- Construction
- Digital
- Early Years
- Engineering / Technical
- Green Skills
- Health and Social Care
- Hospitality
- HVG
- Leadership and Management
- Retail
Digital
Businesses involved in technology, digital marketing, software development, and related fields.
Construction
Companies engaged in construction projects, infrastructure development, and building trades.
Hospitality
Businesses in the hotel, restaurant, and tourism industries.
Retail
Retail companies operating in the retail sector, including brick-and-mortar and e-commerce businesses.
Green Skills
Organisations focused on sustainable practices, renewable energy, and environmental conservation.
Engineering / Technical
Businesses in engineering, manufacturing, and technical industries.
HGV
Companies involved in transportation and logistics, particularly those using heavy goods vehicles (HGVs).
Leadership and Management
Leadership and Management
Health and Social Care
Organisations providing healthcare, social services, and elderly care.
Early Years
Organisations focused on Early Years child services.
Benefits of Skills Bootcamps to your Business
Here’s why you should consider Skills Bootcamps for your business:
- Upskill your team: Stay at the cutting edge of industry trends and advancements by empowering your employees with the most up-to-date skills and knowledge.
- Fresh talent pool: Access a pool of talented, enthusiastic, and freshly trained Skills Bootcamp graduates eager to make a difference in your organisation.
- Boost productivity: A skilled and motivated workforce leads to increased productivity and efficiency, ensuring your business thrives in today’s fast-paced world.
- Address skills gaps: Identify and fill any skills gaps within your organisation, ensuring you have the right expertise for every aspect of your business.
- Contribute to the community: By providing vacancies to Skills Bootcamp graduates, you support local talent and foster growth in your area.
Contact us to learn more about how Skills Bootcamps can transform your business.
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Explore fresh chances to enhance your employee's skills with the Employer-led Skills Bootcamps program.
What are Skills Bootcamps ?
Here’s why you should consider Skills Bootcamps for your business:
- Upskill your team: Stay at the cutting edge of industry trends and advancements by empowering your employees with the most up-to-date skills and knowledge.
- Fresh talent pool: Access a pool of talented, enthusiastic, and freshly trained Skills Bootcamp graduates who are eager to make a difference in your organization.
- Boost productivity: A skilled and motivated workforce leads to increased productivity and efficiency, ensuring your business thrives in today’s fast-paced world.
- Address skills gaps: Identify and fill any skills gaps within your organization, ensuring that you have the right expertise for every aspect of your business.
- Contribute to the community: By providing vacancies to Skills Bootcamp graduates, you play a crucial role in supporting local talent and fostering growth in your area.
Get in touch with us to learn more about how Skills Bootcamps can transform your business.