Worksop Skills Academy

Women in Construction Week, story 2 of 6.
Meet Kerry Geoghegan, who came to us after redundancy and chose our Department for Education funded Thermal Wall Installation with Carpentry Skills Bootcamp as a practical route into the industry after taking the Introduction to Construction Course at our Doncaster Skills Academy.

Kerry summed it up perfectly: “This course gave me the confidence and know-how to go self-employed.”

From day one she felt supported with guidance, information and PPE, and she especially valued learning core carpentry skills including tool use and maintenance.

Since completing the programme, Kerry has taken confident steps into self-employment, supported by extra IAG including digital marketing guidance and even help creating a logo.

Women in Construction Week, story 1 of 6.
Meet Andrea Allpress. After spotting our course at the Job Centre, Andrea took the leap into construction, gained her CSCS card, discovered a real passion for the industry, and went on to complete our Skills Bootcamp in Bricklaying (DfE funded).

Since training, Andrea’s career momentum has been incredible:
Site Assistant (internship) → Site Administrator → Mobilisation Administrator → Commercial Assistant → Trainee Quantity Surveyor → Contract Administrator → Commercial Administrator (Barratt Developments).

Andrea put it best: “My transition into construction gave me a space where my skills were valued and my confidence could grow.”

If you’re thinking about a career change, let this be your nudge. Construction needs talent, not stereotypes.

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐒𝐢𝐱 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧.
Women in Construction Week officially started yesterday, so all this week we’re spotlighting six women who trained with our Skills Academies and progressed into work, self-employment or teaching.
The first one drops this lunch 🗓️

Huge thank you to Travis Perkins in Worksop for donating extra timber to support our learners, for the second time! 👏🪵

Our tutor Glyn Brumby has been chatting with Russell and the team, who are also looking at donating damaged plasterboards and short-dated plaster for us to use in training. That means more hands-on practice, more confidence, and more real skills for learners.

They’ve even offered to take small learner groups over for a look around and to explain how a builders’ merchant works, a great behind-the-scenes learning opportunity.

Community support like this really helps people build brighter futures. Thank you, Travis Perkins! 💛

WE’RE HIRING (ASAP) 🚀
Multiple roles across Training, Sales and Head Office.
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✅ Apply with CV: [email protected]
Tag someone who needs a fresh start in 2026.

Want to feel more confident at work — or get ready for your next job?
Our 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 training helps you build the essentials that employers look for every day, and the confidence you need to move forward.

Our Skills For Life programmes can help with:
✅ Communication and speaking up with confidence
✅ Working with others and being part of a team
✅ Organising yourself and staying on track
✅ Handling everyday workplace situations
✅ Building a routine and readiness for work

Whether you’re looking for a fresh start, returning to work or wanting to progress, this is a great place to begin.

📩 Email us to find out what’s available near you (or how to get started) via [email protected] or call our friendly and helpful team on 03304 416341 today!

Tag someone who could use a confidence boost this year 💛

Happy New Year from the 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 🎉
As we step into 2026, we’re starting the year with one clear focus: 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬.

This year, we’ll be:
✅ Strengthening partnerships with employers, referral organisations and local communities
✅ Creating more routes into skills and careers through our Skills Academies and employed training programmes
✅ Launching new programmes designed around what people and businesses need right now, with more announcements on the way

Whether you’re an individual ready for a fresh start, an employer looking to grow your workforce, or a partner supporting people into opportunity, we’re excited to build what’s next with you.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭. 💛

𝐀 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
🏗️ Step Into Leadership: Level 4, 6 & 7 NVQs Available
Ready to lead on-site or move into senior construction management?

Our Level 4, Level 6, and Level 7 NVQs are designed for experienced professionals who want to progress their careers and gain the Black or Gold CSCS Card.

Available qualifications include:
✅ Construction Site Supervision – Level 4 (Gold CSCS Card eligible)
✅ Construction Site Management – Level 6 (Black CSCS Card)
✅ Construction Contracting Operations – Level 6
✅ Occupational Health & Safety Practice – Level 6
✅ Construction Senior Management – Level 7 (Black CSCS Card – strategic level)

Whether you're supervising teams or managing multi-million-pound projects, there's a pathway for you.
Recognised across the industry for senior leadership and progression.

Learn while you work — on-site assessment, no classroom needed.
Take control of your career. Step up and stand out.

📍 Courses available across the UK
💬 Message us 📞0800 1303225 📧 [email protected] to find your nearest academy!

𝐀 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
DAY 4: Level 3 Qualifications (Site Supervision)
Lead the Way with a Level 3 Construction Qualification

Ideal for: Supervisors, team leaders, forepersons
Leads to: 🟡 Gold CSCS Supervisory Card or supports SMSTS eligibility

Our Level 3 qualifications are perfect for those managing small teams or ready to step into site supervision and assessment roles.

Courses include:
✅ Occupational Work Supervision
✅ Contracting Operations – Estimating, Planning or General
✅ Surveying
✅ Site Technical Support
✅ Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
✅ Residential Development
✅ Building and Civil Engineering
✅ Highways and Maintenance Repair

A route to Gold Supervisor CSCS card. Learn to manage, lead, and assess confidently.
You’ve been on the tools — now it’s your time to lead.

📍 Courses available across the UK
💬 Message us 📞0800 1303225 📧 [email protected] to find your nearest academy!

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𝐀 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
DAY 3: Level 2 NVQs (Get Qualified. Get Recognised)

📈 Take Charge of Your Career with a Level 2 NVQ
🎯 Skilled but unqualified? Let’s change that!

Whether you're laying bricks, plastering walls or operating plant machinery, our Level 2 NVQ courses help you prove your skills, earn your Blue CSCS or CPCS card, and take the next step in your career.

🔹 Get assessed on-site
🔹 No need to leave work
🔹 Fully funded for most workers
🔹 Recognised across the UK construction industry
🔹 Boosts your credibility and earning potential

Ready to move into supervisory roles or prove your advanced trade expertise? Our Level 2 NVQs are tailored for people already working on-site who want to formalise their experience and open up routes into SSSTS and SMSTS training.

It’s not just a card — it’s your career.
Start your NVQ with us today.

📍 Courses available across the UK
💬 Message us 📞0800 1303225 📧 [email protected] to find your nearest academy!

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𝐀 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
DAY 2: Level 2 Construction Skills Bootcamps
🛠️ Time to Specialise: Train in a Skilled Trade or Groundworks/Infrastructure Operations

If you’re already working in construction or have some experience, our fully funded Level 2 Construction Skills Bootcamps are your next move.

Whether you’re into Bricklaying, Joinery, Plastering, P&D, Plant Operations, Groundworks or Road Building, we’ve got a course to help you become fully qualified.

✅ Recognised industry trade qualifications: NOCN, Highfield, ProQual
✅ NPORS or NRSWA accreditations
✅ Traffic Marshal or Plant Marshall Accreditation
✅ Fully funded
✅ Progress your construction career

Get the recognition, pay, and opportunities your skills deserve.
Let’s level you up in partnership with the Department for Education

📍 Courses available across the UK
💬 Message us 📞0800 1303225 📧 [email protected] to find your nearest academy!

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