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Fast track your future with Skills Bootcamps at West Notts College

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you're looking for a fresh start, a better job, or new skills to grow your business, Skills Bootcamps at West Notts College are here to help you succeed.


What are Skills Bootcamps?

Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible, and career-focused courses designed for adults aged 19 and over. Created in partnership with local employers, these short part-time courses teach you in-demand skills tailored to real job opportunities in your area.

The best part? Completing a Skills Bootcamp guarantees you a job interview with a local employer, putting you one step closer to a well-paid, flexible, and sustainable career.


Why choose Skills Bootcamps?

FREE training funded by the Government.

Designed to address real skills shortages and match current job vacancies.

Opportunities to progress to a higher-level course, new job, apprenticeship, or even grow your own business.

A guaranteed job interview with an employer when you finish.


Our Skills Bootcamps

Our Skills Bootcamps fill up fast, so don’t miss your chance to fast-track your career.


Entry Requirements

Have an interest and passion for the industry.

Be aged 19 or over (on 31 August 2024).

Been a resident in the UK for the last 3 years.

Be unemployed and in receipt of qualifying benefits OR employed but earning less than £25,000 per year (proof required).

Working at a minimum of a Level 1 in English and Maths.

Live in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire or Lincolnshire.

Learners declaring previous convictions will undertake a review and if required, attend an exceptional needs panel.

Please note: If you have any licence conditions stating that you must not have unsupervised contact with under 18’s then your application cannot be processed or accepted due to the course being held on a site where there are students aged under 18. To avoid any disappointment or confusion please do not apply if this is the case.


Where can a Skills Bootcamp take you?

A new job in a growing industry.

A promotion or progression in your current role.

Higher level courses or apprenticeships.

Expanded opportunities as a self-employed professional.


Are you an employer?

Skills Bootcamps can benefit your business by offering you the opportunity to upskill your existing staff, recruit new employees, or support your own business, if self-employed.

Contact our employer engagement team to find out more 0800 121 8317.

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