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Employment and skills support for businesses

Skills and employability support for businesses

At Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA), we partner with businesses to strengthen workforce skills and improve employability. We've supported a range of local businesses including NHS, Ocado and Co-Op to upskill their workforce through tailored training solutions.

What we offer

To find out more about any of these, email besa@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk.

Bespoke training workshops

Designed around your business needs, our custom employability workshops address skill gaps and boost employee performance.

Developing essential English and maths skills

Support your team in gaining accredited qualifications in English and maths. These foundational skills improve job performance and open the door to further learning and development.

Learn more about English and maths courses.

Apprenticeship recruitment and training

From recruitment to on-the-job training, we guide you through the entire apprenticeship process. We deliver apprenticeships in business administration, as well as in the early years and school sectors.

Further business support

Find out what other support is available for your business.