Northumberland Skills

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Delivering on behalf of Northumberland County Council, we offer a range of full-time study programmes for school leavers, part-time courses for adults and a wide variety of apprenticeship training programmes at campuses across the county.

10/08/2026

Finished GCSEs and want to become an electrician? ⚡
Ethan’s already building the skills to get there with us here at Northumberland Skills, and you could be next!

Meet Ethan, one of our Level 2 Electrical Installation learners; and hear about his experience of studying and taking the first steps towards a career in the electrical trade.

If you’ve finished your GCSEs and like the idea of gaining practical, hands-on skills that could lead to an apprenticeship and an exciting career, apply now to study full-time in September.

🏗️ This September, learners will be training at our brand-new Building & Technical Trades Training Centre in North Seaton, Ashington, with specialist facilities designed to prepare you for the industry.

⚡ Last few Electrical Installation places remaining! Gain a trade. Build a brighter future and become an electrician.
👉 Apply now: http://www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/apply-now?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=foster-event-aug-26&utm_content=ap_cfeok69jme

Delivering on behalf of Northumberland County Council

07/08/2026

Finished GCSEs and want to become an electrician? ⚡
Ethan’s already building the skills to get there with us here at Northumberland Skills, and you could be next!

Meet Ethan, one of our Level 2 Electrical Installation learners; and hear about his experience of studying and taking the first steps towards a career in the electrical trade.

If you’ve finished your GCSEs and like the idea of gaining practical, hands-on skills that could lead to an apprenticeship and an exciting career, apply now to study full-time in September.

🏗️ This September, learners will be training at our brand-new Building & Technical Trades Training Centre in North Seaton, Ashington, with specialist facilities designed to prepare you for the industry.

⚡ Last few Electrical Installation places remaining! Gain a trade. Build a brighter future and become an electrician.
👉 Apply now: http://www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/apply-now?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=foster-event-aug-26&utm_content=ap_ee1f3zyapj

Delivering on behalf of Northumberland County Council

06/08/2026

Work Smart, Live Well: support that meets you where you are 🫶

Looking for work, courses, wellbeing support, or simply your next step? Join us at Cramlington Community Hub (1st floor) on Tuesday 11 August, 9.30am to 1pm.

Featuring support from:
🧭 National Careers Service
🏁 Connect to Work with Northumberland Skills
🎓 The MTC Group
⛵ Blyth Tall Ship
💡 Winnovation Training
🤝 Waythrough
💜 North East Autism Society

Feel better. Move forward. 👉

Part funded by North East Mayoral Strategic Authority

Looking for work but facing extra challenges❓If a health condition, disability or neurodivergence is making it harder to...
03/08/2026

Looking for work but facing extra challenges❓
If a health condition, disability or neurodivergence is making it harder to find employment, you don't have to navigate the journey alone.

With Connect to Work, you'll be supported by a dedicated Employment Specialist who will take the time to understand your strengths, goals and ambitions, helping you build a pathway into meaningful employment that's right for you.

Our personalised support can help you:
✔ Identify your skills and career goals
✔ Overcome barriers to employment
✔ Prepare for applications and interviews
✔ Build confidence every step of the way

Because your journey should be built around your pace, your goals and your future.

Find out more and register your interest today:
👉 https://www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/connect-to-work

Everyone's journey is different. Let's start yours today.

Delivering on behalf of Northumberland County Council and North East Mayoral Strategic Authority.

31/07/2026

Sneak peek alert! 👀

Things are really coming together at our brand-new Building & Technical Trades Training Centre in North Seaton, Ashington!

The classroom furniture is in, the common room is ready, and the team are getting everything prepped to welcome learners this September.

🎥 Take a look around in our latest reel for an exclusive behind-the-scenes preview of what's to come!

Thinking about your next step after GCSEs? We have places available on their full-time Electrical Installation course. Train at Northumberland's only specialist electrical training centre here in North Seaton, and gain the skills for a career that's in high demand.

💡 If you've finished your GCSEs and want to become an electrician, now's the time to apply. Build a brighter future with Northumberland Skills.

👉 Watch the reel, then apply today: www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/construction

Delivering a wide range of full and part-time courses, apprenticeship training and employability programmes on behalf of Northumberland County Council .

Unleash your creativity with our part-time Drawing & Painting classes 🎨Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the fi...
28/07/2026

Unleash your creativity with our part-time Drawing & Painting classes 🎨

Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time, rediscovering a favourite hobby or looking to develop your artistic skills, our welcoming adult classes are the perfect place to get creative.

🖌️ Suitable for beginners and improvers
📍 Classes in Hexham and Prudhoe
📅 Starts September | 30-week part-time course

Our classes are suitable for complete beginners or those looking to improve their skills. Our experienced lecturers will support you to develop at your own pace, whatever your experience level.

Throughout the course you'll explore a variety of drawing and painting styles and techniques:
✔️ Drawing from observation
✔️ Colour mixing and painting techniques
✔️ Composition and creative design
✔️ Experimenting with different artistic styles
✔️ Building confidence in your own creativity

Take some time for yourself, discover a new hobby and see where your creativity can take you.

👉 Apply now: www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/apply-now

Delivering on behalf of Northumberland County Council .

Interested in improving your English skills and qualifications❓In the latest edition of our Meet Your Future Lecturers s...
27/07/2026

Interested in improving your English skills and qualifications❓

In the latest edition of our Meet Your Future Lecturers series, we're proud to introduce Georgia Waterston, English Lecturer.

Passionate about helping learners build confidence and believe in their abilities, Georgia is dedicated to showing that past challenges don't define future success 🌟

In her feature, she shares her journey into teaching, what makes Northumberland Skills such a supportive place to learn, and why helping learners achieve more than they thought possible is the most rewarding part of her role.

👉 Read Georgia's story and discover how we can help you take your next step: https://www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/post/meet-the-team-georgia-waterston

💡 Explore our English and maths study options: https://www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/english-and-maths

It's never too late to build your confidence in English and maths 📚🔢Whether you want to improve your everyday skills, su...
23/07/2026

It's never too late to build your confidence in English and maths 📚🔢

Whether you want to improve your everyday skills, support your family, boost your career prospects or gain a recognised qualification, our flexible part-time English and maths courses can help you take the next step.

With supportive tutors and flexible learning options, you'll learn at a pace that works for you in a welcoming environment.

👉 Apply now to start in September: https://www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/english-and-maths

Delivering on behalf of Northumberland County Council

21/07/2026

Picture yourself as an electrician?
If you've just finished your GCSEs and want to gain a trade in electrical installation, apply now for a full-time study programme at our brand new campus in North Seaton, Ashington.

💡 Industry-standard facilities
💡 Experienced lecturers
💡 Fantastic new facilities
💡 Gain a trade and confidence

Choose Northumberland Skills for a brighter future!
Apply now ➡️ www.northumberlandskills.co.uk/apply-now

16/07/2026

Our new signage is getting fitted today! Huge thanks to expert fitter David and the team at - it's already looking fantastic for our learners starting in September.

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