Steve Willis Training Centres

Steve Willis Training Centres Experts in gas, oil, electrical, plumbing, renewables training & apprenticeships. Sussex & Hampshire.

Steve Willis Training Centres has proudly held a prominent position in the industry for more than twenty years, renowned for delivering exceptional training in the fields of gas, electrical, oil, renewables, and plumbing. Located in Burgess Hill, West Sussex and Portchester, Hampshire, our facilities offer a wide range of training options. These include short courses and assessments for tradespeop

le, full apprenticeships, and retraining programmes for individuals transitioning from the armed services. Both of our centres provide top-notch training experiences, equipped with state-of-the-art tools and resources. Purpose-built workshops, modern classrooms, and highly experienced trainers and assessors contribute to the quality of our programmes. To ensure our trainees have access to the latest equipment, we maintain close partnerships with leading suppliers in the industry. In fact, we have an oil training facility in Portchester, developed in collaboration with Worcester Bosch. Our training programmes are approved by reputable industry bodies such as CIPHE, NICEIC, OFTEC, ERS and City & Guilds. This endorsement guarantees that our courses meet the needs of various customers, whether they are experienced engineers, aspiring apprentices, or individuals seeking a career change. For further information, please contact us via email at [email protected] or reach out to one of our knowledgeable advisors at 01444 870860 or 02392 190190.

02/09/2026

You don’t have to be starting your career to keep learning.

Our short courses are designed to help people develop, update and expand their skills across Gas, Electrical, Plumbing, Oil and Renewables.

We often see our gas engineers and plumbers up-skill into oil systems. Domestic gas engineers often up-skill onto commercial gas courses, and electricians take places on our electric vehicle chargers course, or inspection and testing courses.

Whether you’re looking to add another qualification, move into a new area or keep your existing skills up to date, there’s plenty to explore.

What skill would you add or like to add to your toolkit? Check out our short courses - link in comments. 👇🏻

🛠️Thinking about taking on an apprentice in 2026?Did you know you could be eligible for up to £3,000 in government incen...
01/09/2026

🛠️Thinking about taking on an apprentice in 2026?

Did you know you could be eligible for up to £3,000 in government incentives?

If you’ve been thinking about growing your team, developing new talent or finally taking on your first apprentice, 2026/2027 could be the year to do it.

There are several financial incentives available to eligible employers, including:

💰 Up to £2,000 - New SME Hiring Incentive
💰 Up to £3,000 - New Universal Credit Incentive
💰 £1,000 - Existing Apprentice Support Payment

But what does that actually mean for your business?

👉 Who is eligible?
👉 How much could you receive?
👉 When are the payments made?
👉 What do you need to do to claim them?

We’ve broken it all down in our latest article so you can understand what support could be available to your business.

And if you’re considering a Gas, Electrical or Plumbing apprentice, now is a great time to start the conversation.

Read the full article:
https://stevewillis.com/news/apprenticeships/apprenticeship-incentives-2026/

31/08/2026

Ever wondered what an apprenticeship actually looks like?

It’s not just sitting in a classroom.

It’s getting stuck in, learning practical skills, working with industry equipment and developing the knowledge you’ll need for your future career.

And every apprentice’s journey is different.

Could you see yourself doing this? 👀

29/08/2026

🔥 IS YOUR SKILLSET READY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF HEATING?

The heating industry is changing and heat pump technology is becoming an increasingly important part of the industry.

For heating professionals, that means keeping your skills up to date and understanding the technology that’s shaping the future.

Our Heat Pump courses cover everything from installation and commissioning to servicing, fault finding and system design.

📍Our Burgess Hill branch
📆 12th October - Installation, Commissioning & Servicing (3 days)
📆 26th October - Design of Heat Pumps Systems (2.5 days)

📍Our Portchester branch
📆 7th September - Installation, Commissioning & Servicing (3 days)
📆 9th September - Design of Heat Pumps Systems (2.5 days)

Eligible candidates could receive up to a £500 grant per course when booked together.
With limited spaces available, now could be a good time to invest in your next skill.

📞 Call our Sales Team - 01444 870 860 / 02392 190 190

What new skill are you adding to your toolkit?

28/08/2026

As September comes around, your child might be approaching the end of their schooling years - You may already be thinking about the big question:

“What do they want to do next?”

College and University isn’t the only route to a successful career.

An apprenticeship can give young people the opportunity to earn, learn, gain qualifications and develop real industry experience at the same time.

And if you’re not sure what an apprenticeship actually involves, our Open Days are a great place to start.

Come along, look around our training centre, meet tutors and current apprentices and ask as many questions as you like.

Our 2026 open days are coming up -
📍Burgess Hill on the 28th of October 4-7pm or the 21st of November from 9am-1pm

📍Portchester on 29th of October from 4-7pm or the 14th of November from 9am-1pm

Sometimes seeing it for yourself makes all the difference. To book onto the open days click here 👉🏻 https://stevewillis.com/apprenticeship-open-days/

🛠️Thinking about taking on an apprentice in 2026?💷 Did you know you could be eligible for up to £3,000 in government inc...
26/08/2026

🛠️Thinking about taking on an apprentice in 2026?

💷 Did you know you could be eligible for up to £3,000 in government incentives?

If you’ve been thinking about growing your team, developing new talent or finally taking on your first apprentice, 2026/2027 could be the year to do it.

There are several financial incentives available to eligible employers, including:

💰 Up to £2,000 - New SME Hiring Incentive
💰 Up to £3,000 - New Universal Credit Incentive
💰 £1,000 - Existing Apprentice Support Payment

But what does that actually mean for your business?

👉 Who is eligible?
👉 How much could you receive?
👉 When are the payments made?
👉 What do you need to do to claim them?

We’ve broken it all down in our latest article so you can understand what support could be available to your business.

And if you’re considering a Gas, Electrical or Plumbing apprentice, now is a great time to start the conversation.

📖 Read the full article:
https://stevewillis.com/news/apprenticeships/apprenticeship-incentives-2026/

25/08/2026

🔥 Calling all engineers! Are you ready to up-skill into Air Source Heat Pumps?

We have two courses this October available covering everything you’ll need to know from installation, fault finding, operational checks to component selection, collector design, energy efficiency and more…

📍Our Burgess Hill branch
📆 12th October - Installation, Commissioning & Servicing (3 days)
📆 26th October - Design of Heat Pumps Systems (2.5 days)

📍Our Portchester branch
📆 7th September - Installation, Commissioning & Servicing (3 days)
📆 9th September - Design of Heat Pumps Systems (2.5 days)

Eligible candidates could receive up to a £500 grant per course when booked together.

To find out more, learn how the government grants work and book on click below 👇 https://stevewillis.com/short-courses/renewables-courses/

Thinking about your future and what could be next?With college and university starting again soon, you don’t have to fol...
24/08/2026

Thinking about your future and what could be next?

With college and university starting again soon, you don’t have to follow the traditional route - you could:

🔧 Learn a skilled trade
💷 Earn while you learn
🎓 Gain a recognised qualification
👷 Get real industry experience

Your career could start with an apprenticeship in Gas, Electric and Plumbing. Steve Willis Training Centres are based in the heart of West Sussex and Hampshire with spaces still available for this September.

To speak to our apprentice team or to find out more how you could earn a wage whilst completing our courses click here - https://stevewillis.com/apprenticeships/information-help-and-advice/

Contact details in comment section 👇🏻

20/08/2026

Today might feel like a really big day.

If your GCSE results aren't quite what you expected or you might just be wondering "What do I do next?” or "What options do I have to earn and be in education too?"

Remember, there isn't just one route to a successful career.

An apprenticeship could be your next step. 🌟

At Steve Willis Training Centres, you can earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification and get valuable hands-on experience in the industry.

We offer apprenticeship opportunities across areas including:

🔥 Gas
⚡ Electrical
🔧 Plumbing

And you'll spend your time developing practical skills alongside your training, giving you the opportunity to build a career, not just pass a course.

👉 https://stevewillis.com/apprenticeships/

Find out more about apprenticeships with Steve Willis Training Centres and see where your skills could take you.

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Unit F2, Sheddingdean Industrial Estate, Marchants Way
Burgess Hill
RH158QY

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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