Skills Edge Training

21/08/2026

Another excellent week speaking with employers about just how much they could be entitled to in apprenticeship incentives for this summer’s new hires.

For many organisations, these incentives can make bringing new talent into the business even more affordable, particularly when combined with apprenticeship funding and National Insurance savings.

Want to understand what your organisation could be entitled to?
We have produced a practical guide to the current apprenticeship incentive landscape: https://tinyurl.com/4wr276ee

If you are recruiting, planning to recruit, or simply want to understand what support may be available, drop us a message.

14/08/2026

🚨 September apprenticeship places are filling fast. Is your business ready?

If you are looking to strengthen your team through investing in the skills you need today and tomorrow, our September 2026 apprenticeship starts are now open.
We have upcoming cohorts across:

✅ Compliance & Risk (ICA)
✅ Financial Services Administrator (CII Options)
✅ Mortgage Adviser (CertMP and CeMAP)
✅ Paraplanner and Financial Planner (DipPFS)
✅ Insurance Practitioner (CertCII)

Apprenticeships can help you develop capability, support succession planning, improve retention and create a stronger pipeline of future talent.
With multiple September start dates available, now is the time to secure places for your team.

📩 Speak to us today to discuss your workforce needs and reserve your place.

22/07/2026

📣 Insurance Broking Executive Apprentice vacancy closing soon...

Start your career in insurance as an Insurance Broking Executive Apprentice with DPI Bros Limited in Bury. Gain hands-on experience, industry-recognised qualifications and a clear route for career progression.

Company: DPI Bros Limited
Location: Bury, BL9 0ST
Salary: £20,000 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week

Apprenticeship: Level 3 Insurance Practitioner (https://hubs.la/Q04qjxKJ0)
Qualification: CII Certificate in Insurance (CertCII)

Applications close at 11.59pm on Friday 24 July 2026. Apply today: Insurance Broking Executive Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship – https://hubs.la/Q04qjrnq0 (https://hubs.la/Q04qjr7n0)

20/07/2026

We're receiving 100s of applications to our apprenticeship vacancies, and most of them are AI generated. Whilst AI is a great tool in many ways, we see the same identical generic phrases. To improve your chances of success; be original, be you and stand out.

20/07/2026

New apprenticeship incentives are coming in 2026...

Join our free employer webinar on Wednesday 19 August, 10:00 to 10:45am, where we will explain the four key incentives, including grants of up to £3,000, who qualifies and how employers can access the funding.

Reserve your place:
https://hubs.la/Q04pZCwy0

17/07/2026

Our apologies... to all the employers whose ears we have talked off this week about apprenticeships.

When you are genuinely passionate about helping people develop, businesses grow and future talent thrive, it is surprisingly difficult to stop talking about it.

So, no promises that we will be any quieter next week.

10/07/2026

Our Level 3 Insurance Practitioner programme includes the CertCII, CII Membership and the development of core industry and sector knowledge, skills and behaviours across 4 main modules.

08/07/2026

Our Level 3 Insurance Practitioner Programme starting 4th August 2026 is open for enrolment!

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are starting a new career in insurance, as well as those looking to progress into more technical insurance roles. The programme supports building the knowledge, confidence and professional skills needed to succeed in the insurance sector, while working towards a recognised apprenticeship standard and CII Certificate in Insurance.

To find out more or discuss places on the programme, please get in touch.

09/02/2026

We are hiring: Apprenticeship Assessors

At Skills Edge Training, we do not just build courses. We build futures.

Our Apprenticeship Assessors unlock potential and help people move forward in their professional aspirations with confidence. We are looking for exceptional Assessors who genuinely believe that investing in people matters and who deliver high quality services with consistency and care.

If you are passionate about developing others, proud of high standards and motivated by seeing learners succeed, you will find a home with us.

Are you ready to help build futures?

Apply now at https://skillsedge.co.uk/careers/ or message us to start the conversation.

09/02/2026

Thank you Chartered Insurance Institute for inviting us to share why apprenticeships are no longer simply an alternative route into the profession, they are a strategic one.

This National Apprenticeship Week, The Journal Special Edition brings together real apprentice journeys, employer insight and practical thinking on how early-career support, good management and structured learning shape long-term success in insurance and financial services.

From underwriting and broking to claims and compliance, firms across the sector are bringing in new talent, growing confidence and building skills that last.

Explore The Journal Special Edition here: https://issuu.com/redactive/docs/cii_national_apprenticeship_week_2026?fr=sODU1NDkwMjQ1NTg