Find out about hiring an apprentice from start to finish including how to advertise a vacancy, identify a training provider, access funding, and develop a training plan.

Find out about training schemes available to Kent & Medway employers to train and upskill your workforce including Skills Bootcamps, Made Smarter

Investing in young people is investing in your business’s future. The government offers a range of funded programmes and incentives to help employers benefit from meaningful opportunities for young people aged 16 to 24.

Help Shape the Skills Your Business Needs

Finding the right people with the right skills can be one of the biggest challenges for businesses. The Kent & Medway Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) brings employers and training providers together to ensure local skills provision reflects the needs of businesses across the region.

By engaging with the LSIP, you can help influence future training, highlight skills gaps affecting your sector, and access valuable insight into workforce trends and skills development opportunities. Whether you’re looking to recruit, upskill existing staff, or plan for future growth, the LSIP provides a voice for employers and helps shape a stronger talent pipeline across Kent and Medway.

Find out more about the Kent & Medway LSIP and discover how your business can benefit from a skills system designed around employer needs.