Growth Works with Skills

Such wonderful news! 🎉 FutureIN Property & Construction is a highly supportive initiative that collaborates effectively with the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority through the Paid Internships Programme.

Want to find out if a career in Engineering is for you? Keaton Bloodworth did a 10 week engineering skills bootcamp at College of West Anglia to do just that. Get job fit fast with Free Skills Bootcamps, for anyone 19+, whether you're working, self-employed, unemployed, or returning to work. Find out the right career path for you or upskill and reskill to fly in your current role. Find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/e5vbzCmU

🌟 Exciting news for our region! Our region has been chosen as one of only eight areas in England to receive trailblazer funding to help more young people to ‘earn and learn’ as part of the Government’s new Get Britain Working White Paper. Yesterday, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Liz Kendall, visited Peterborough College to unveil the Get Britain Working White Paper, a £240 million initiative to tackle economic inactivity and create life-changing opportunities for young people and adults. As one of only eight trailblazer areas in England, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough will receive funding to help young people at risk of falling out of education or employment. This investment will support skills training, work experience, and pathways into careers, building on the Combined Authority’s ongoing efforts to break down barriers and unlock potential. The White Paper also includes a new Youth Guarantee, ensuring every 18-21-year-old in England has access to quality training, education, or employment opportunities. In addition, the Connect to Work programme will focus on supporting economically inactive adults, such as those with disabilities or health challenges, with a tailored, collaborative approach to employment and skills development. Dr Nik Johnson, Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, captured the significance of this initiative: “The ‘Get Britain Working’ package will be transformational in breaking down barriers to good quality employment. Through local knowledge and partnerships, we can deliver opportunities that truly change lives, providing access to education, training, and work – and the independence and purpose that come with it.” This funding is a major step forward in creating a lifelong learning culture, connecting individuals with opportunities to grow, thrive, and contribute to our economy and communities. Find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/eqBQX2Bh #TrailblazerFunding #GetBritainWorking #TransformingLives #CambridgeshireAndPeterborough

Today's the day! Upskill, reskill or learn a new skill. Get job fit fast with Free Skills Bootcamps, for anyone 19+, whether you're working, self-employed, unemployed, or returning to work. Find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/gdVACZZD #freecourses #skillsbootcamps #reskill #upskill #careerchange

Join us to learn about NEW Skills Capital Grant Funding The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority is hosting a webinar on the 3rd of December at 10:00 am for learning providers and consortia in the region to explore an exciting opportunity to enhance education and skills provision. What You'll Learn ✅ An overview of the Skills Capital Grant and its goals. ✅ How the funding supports growth in key employment sectors. ✅ Guidance on submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI). ✅ Opportunities to connect with other providers. Who Should Attend ▪ Post-16, adult, and community learning providers. ▪ Learning and community development consortia. ▪ Leaders in education and skills development. This funding is for providers with an established presence in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Why Attend? This webinar will explain how the funding can: ✅ Expand learning facilities, especially in areas like St Neots and East Cambridgeshire. ✅ Address skills gaps in high-demand sectors such as health, digital, and green industries. ✅ Strengthen infrastructure for skills delivery. If your organisation is looking to improve skills provision in the region, we encourage you to join us. Sign up today to find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/eDcfZW2S #SkillsFunding #CambridgeshireAndPeterborough #EducationDevelopment

Small and medium businesses in Cambridge now have an incredible opportunity to tap into new talent with support from Cambridge City Council , the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority and Growth Works with Skills. Through the Cambridge Levy Pooling Service, this partnership is helping SMEs and not-for-profits access funding for apprenticeships, enabling them to build their teams and grow the local economy. By transferring a portion of its apprenticeship levy, the council is helping organisations develop in-house skills and talent. One success story comes from Famille, a Cambridge-based Marketing and Communications agency. With support from this scheme, Famille welcomed Naomi Taylor, who earned her Level 3 Apprenticeship in Creative Content at Access Creative College. Naomi’s role has been a huge asset to the agency, boosting their digital marketing and content capabilities. Naomi said: “The apprenticeship was the perfect foundation for my career, providing practical experience and confidence to break into digital media. With support from my tutors and colleagues, I quickly progressed from a junior content producer to a content creator.” 📈 By investing in apprenticeships, we’re investing in Cambridgeshires future. If you’re an individual, business or organisation looking to grow this could be the perfect chance to get involved! Find out more about apprenticeships here >> https://lnkd.in/d6Wf8pUX #CambridgeTalent #Apprenticeships #LocalEconomy #FutureSkills

Join Us to Learn About Skills Capital Grant Funding The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) is hosting a webinar on the 3rd of December at 10:00 am for learning providers and consortia in the region to explore an exciting opportunity to enhance education and skills provision. What You'll Learn ✅ An overview of the Skills Capital Grant and its goals. ✅ How the funding supports growth in key employment sectors. ✅ Guidance on submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI). ✅ Opportunities to connect with other providers. Who Should Attend ▪ Post-16, adult, and community learning providers. ▪ Learning and community development consortia. ▪ Leaders in education and skills development. This funding is for providers with an established presence in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Why Attend? This webinar will explain how the funding can: ✅ Expand learning facilities, especially in areas like St Neots and East Cambridgeshire. ✅ Address skills gaps in high-demand sectors such as health, digital, and green industries. ✅ Strengthen infrastructure for skills delivery. If your organisation is looking to improve skills provision in the region, we encourage you to join us. Sign up today to find out more here >> https://lnkd.in/eDcfZW2S #SkillsFunding #CambridgeshireAndPeterborough #EducationDevelopment  

🌟 Discover New Ways to Recruit Top Talent! 🌟 Are you an employer looking to diversify your workforce, improve retention rates, and tap into fresh talent pools? Join us for an insightful webinar on Internships, Assessment Task-Based, and Alternative Recruitment methods. 📅 When: 4th December at 10:30am 📍 Where: Online This webinar will: ✅ Explore innovative recruitment approaches, including assessment task-based hiring ✅ Show you how to access untapped talent pools and build future-ready talent pipelines ✅ Highlight strategies for improving retention and introducing fresh ideas into your organisation. Revolutionise the way you recruit and shape a workforce that's diverse, innovative, and ready to drive your business growth. 👉 Reserve your spot now >> https://lnkd.in/eWKZZ3Jj Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your recruitment strategy. #TalentAcquisition #WorkforceDiversity #BusinessGrowth #RecruitmentInnovation

🌟 Empowering Communities Through ESOL 🌟 Last Friday, the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority hosted a highly impactful ESOL and Pathways to Employment Conference at Cambridge Regional College, in partnership with NATECLA East of England. Chaired by Cllr Alex Bulat, this hybrid event attracted over 100 participants, showcasing our dedication to helping residents gain vital skills in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). 📢 Key Highlights: The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority has invested £2 million from the Devolved Adult Skills Fund in ESOL courses for the 2023/24 academic year. Insightful sessions covered topics like ESOL policy updates, vocational strategies, digital badging, and support for neurodiverse learners. Practical strategies and inspiring success stories highlighted how ESOL creates pathways to employment, empowerment, and stronger communities. 💡 Leading the Way: CPCA is proud to be the first Combined Authority to offer policy flexibility that fully funds ESOL courses for residents—setting a powerful precedent for others to follow. 👏 A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this meaningful event, from speakers to participants. Together, we are breaking down barriers and building opportunities! #ESOL #PathwaysToEmployment #SkillsForLife #CPCA #AdultEducation #CommunityEmpowerment #NATECLA

🎨✨ Celebrating National Creativity Week with Enterprise in Action! ✨🎨 This week, we’re proud to highlight two of our impactful enterprise initiatives: Inspire 2 Ignite CIC and the Careers Hub Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Together, they’ve launched the ‘Curious About Creativity’ programme, bringing enterprise education to 10 special schools across the region over the coming months. The bespoke programme offers young people a unique insight into employability through the exciting lens of creativity and business. 🌟 Last week: The Inspire 2 Ignite CIC Team visited Samuel Pepys Academy in St Neots. Students explored the fundamentals of enterprise, designed tote bags, printed them, and even brainstormed ideas for potential product lines. 🌟 Today: The team is at Riverside Meadows Academy, with fantastic support from enterprise advisers Rachel N. and Clare Bing of KIER Construction. The focus? Digital marketing strategies and promoting products online! We’re inspired by the energy, innovation, and enthusiasm of the young people involved. This is what creativity and enterprise in action look like! 💡 Shoutout to the incredible team: Mark Hawking, Mark Richards, Debbie Longhurst, and Alvina Morey for making it all happen. #NationalCreativityWeek #CuriousAboutCreativity #EnterpriseEducation #InspireToIgnite #CPCA #CareersHub #CreativityInAction #FutureLeaders