Skillstories

“Because of the training we provide, our retention levels are very high. With the latest CIPD suggesting that it costs £3500 to recruit a new member of staff, our return on investment is tremendous”

Terry Tucker, Learning Development and Hospitality, Barchester Healthcare

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Sector Compacts - Q & A

PDF | Wednesday August 20th, 2008

Find out more about Train to Gain's Sector Compacts

Compacts.pdf

Ten Top Tips for developing your Skills for Life programme

PDF | Tuesday August 12th, 2008

As part of a workshop earlier this year, members of the Business Action on Skills Practitioner Network were asked to think about key action points for implementing and developing Skills for Life programmes in the workplace. This document was

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Lincolnshire Cooperative - Skills Pledge Case Study

PDF | Tuesday April 08th, 2008

Lincolnshire Co-operative Ltd is one of the first organisations in the East Midlands to sign up to the Skills Pledge.

Sainsbury’s - Skills Pledge Case Study

PDF | Friday April 04th, 2008

Sainsbury's Skills Pledge Case Study

Mimosa Case Study

PDF | Wednesday March 26th, 2008

Mimosa has improved employee retention by addressing literacy and numeracy throughout its homes in the UK

Quick Reads - offer to employers

PDF | Friday February 22nd, 2008

Quick Reads - the initiative that provides books by bestselling writers and personalities for people who struggle with reading or simply want a short, fast read -are offering employers sixty books and a display pack for only £100.

Ready to Work, Skilled for Work: Unlocking Britain’s Talent

PDF | Tuesday January 29th, 2008

This publication describes how Government and employers can work together to unlock Britain's talent and help build a work force that has the world class skills it needs in an increasingly challenging global economy.

Jointly published by the

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English Language at Work: Work-based ESOL

PDF | Tuesday January 29th, 2008

Comprehensive new ESOL booklet backed by Government, unions and employers now available to download.

VT Shipbuilding Case Study

PDF | Friday January 25th, 2008

By combating skills shortages in an ageing workforce, VT Shipbuilding has adapted to a new state-of the-art facility whilst drastically cutting accidents and sickness absence.

Serco Case Study

PDF | Friday January 25th, 2008

Through commitment and flexibility of approach, Serco has been able to train across highly devolved business units, leading to better recruitment and retention and greater reporting accuracy.

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