Get Job-Ready with Employability
Tailored training to help you take the next step in your career
Our employability course is designed to give you the practical skills, confidence, and mindset you need to secure a job, restart your career, or change direction. There’s no formal qualification – instead, the course is shaped directly around what employers are really asking for.
This means it’s flexible, fast-moving, and responsive — helping you build the skills that match the real-world needs of local industries.
At Skills-UK, we support every learner with New Skills. New Mindset. New Opportunities.
What You'll Learn
Our programme is built around core employability skills, with content that can be adapted to different sectors such as care, business admin, customer service, retail, hospitality and more.
You’ll cover:
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CV writing, job applications and personal statements
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Interview techniques including preparation and mock interviews
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First impressions: body language, workplace behaviour and communication
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Soft skills like teamwork, problem-solving and time management
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Digital essentials for job searching and applying online
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Workplace expectations based on employer feedback
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Personal planning through SWOT analysis and development planning
Because the course is non-regulated, we can tailor each session to your goals or to the sector you’re interested in.
Who This Is For
This course is ideal for anyone who:
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Is unemployed and looking to re-enter the job market
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Wants to move into a new sector or build their workplace confidence
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Is returning to work after a break due to health, caring or other reasons
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Needs support with the basics of applying for work
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Wants to build employer-valued skills before starting a qualification
We work with each learner to help them feel confident, capable, and ready for real opportunities.
Why Choose an Employer-Informed Course?
While this course doesn’t lead to a qualification, it’s designed directly with — and for — employers in your area. Every session focuses on the soft skills, behaviours, and attitudes that hiring managers look for. It’s practical, personal and can be adapted to the type of work you want to do.
You’ll also benefit from:
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Live job opportunities and employer introductions
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In-course referrals to local vacancies and training
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Help with applying for further courses or apprenticeships
Eligibility Criteria
This course is fully funded through, so you can join for free if:
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You are aged 19+
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You live in the local area
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You are either:
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Unemployed and looking for work, or
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In work but earning under £23,104
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You are not currently on a full-time funded course
We’ll check all eligibility details with you before enrolment.
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