Skills Support for the Workforce

Welcome to Skills Support for the Workforce

Skills Support for the Workforce (SSW) supported small and medium-sized businesses to upskill their employees with training courses and qualifications to grow their business and boost the local economy. SSW concluded in June 2023.

This programme was co-financed by the European Social Fund (ESF) and the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and offered a wide range of training accessible at no cost to the business.

Serco worked with businesses to develop bespoke training programmes relevant to the business’s needs.

We have supported qualifications in: IT, Leadership and Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, Health and Social care, Customer Service, Business Administration, and many more.

About us
+69,000 Learners have already been supported through SSW delivered by Serco

Skills Support for Redundancy

Funded, tailored training to support individuals and businesses

Skills Support for Redundancy was an initiative designed to support employers and individuals affected by redundancy. Serco provided tailored support to meet individuals’ and businesses’ needs, with a wide range of training support available. A dedicated Partnership Coordinator worked with individuals and businesses to identify the best sources of support and training to help achieve goals. 

What was on offer?

We offered a range of skills training, qualifications and networking opportunities to support workplace success, including:

·        Employability Skills, 

·        Functional Skills, 

·        Upskilling for Workplace Success,

·        Career Progression training

Find out more about the support that SSR can offer individuals and businesses facing redundancy.