Workforce development

Helping Solihull employers identify and address their skills needs. We streamline workforce development by connecting employers with tailored training, government initiatives, and supporting recruitment.

Email the Employer Engagement Team to find out more

There are 5 key areas of the offer:

Upskill your staff

  • Access a range of training across all levels, from short courses to apprenticeships
  • Build a resilient workforce and support succession planning

Recruitment

  • Promote vacancies across social media channels and networks​
  • Organise events for you to meet potential candidates including jobs fairs and recruitment information sessions​
  • Sifting and interviewing service with the potential to incorporate training

Inclusive workforce

  • Connect you with candidates who are driven to work in your industry to enhance your productivity, creativity and reputation​
  • Recommend reasonable adjustments for staff with further needs​
  • In-work support for smooth integration

Building talent pipeline

  • Develop a partnership with local schools through our Careers Hub
  • Promote pathways into careers in your sector including apprenticeships and T Levels​
  • Create opportunities for employees to develop their leadership and management skills

Redundancy response

  • Support staff at risk of redundancy with a sensitive approach​
  • Help them gain access to training and develop skills essential for work