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The Learning Agreement Pilot Delivers a Take Away Success

As the recession continues to bite, employers may be looking to make savings in one form or another, with the training budget thought to be one of the first costs to be targeted. More here...

The Learning Agreement Pilot Dishes Up Just What Jessica Ordered

3000 sixteen and seventeen year olds from Lancashire who were in jobs without training, are now working towards gaining qualifications and improving their confidence thanks to the Learning Agreement Pilot. More here...

Local Businesses and Young People celebrate awards success

Learners and employers from across Lancashire celebrated their success at the Second Learning Agreement Pilot awards ceremony on 25th September 2008. More here...

Fresh batch campaign targets talent-hungry employers

Lancashire bosses who are hungry for new talent could soon be enjoying the sweet taste of success when a recruitment campaign with a difference hits the streets in May. More here...

Stacy serves up a milestone for the Learning Agreement Pilot

Since its launch in April 2006 the Learning Agreement Pilot has helped 2000 sixteen and seventeen year olds in Lancashire. More here...

Give your employees a lift

If you employ a 16 or 17 old you (and they) could be missing out.  The Learning Agreement Pilot has been set up to support businesses in retaining their young employees by offering accredited training for 16-17 year olds - completely free to Lancashire employers.

As we’re sure you recognise, the more skills your workforce possess the more productive they will be.  Training is the perfect way to give your employees a lift… growing their skills, increasing their confidence and ultimately helping them be the best they can be.

What’s in it for you as an employer?

  • £250 in recognition of your support for each Young Person from your organisation that completes their Learning Agreement
  • Assistance to identify the skills and training needs of other employees within your company
  • An individual training package tailored to meet your company’s requirements
  • Access to free professional support and guidance in the workplace from a Learning Agreement Pilot Personal Adviser.

How much work will you have to put in?

Simply accommodate on-site visits from a Learning Agreement Pilot Personal Adviser and provide support the young person throughout their learning

How much will it cost you?

It’s totally FREE! – You just need to give a little bit of time and lots of support!

Get in touch and find out more about how your business could benefit from the Learning Agreement Pilot.

Download a printable information leaflet about The Learning Agreement Pilot.