Skills for Life – It all starts with Skills  

The DfE launched a new Skills for Life campaign “it all starts with skills” on 4 January 2024.  It is aimed at young people, adults and businesses to make the most of their potential.  

Whether switching careers, or just starting, “it all starts with skills” aims to equip people to make informed choices and act on them “right now”, rather than waiting for later.  

The campaign will promote a range of opportunities including T-Levels; Skills Bootcamps; Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ’s); Free Courses for Jobs; Multiply; essential basic skills (e.g. English, Maths, Digital) and advice from the National Careers Service.  It is hoped this will add simplicity to a complex system, something which was highlighted in the LSIP. 

Find out more here.


T-Level Conference for Employers in Essex on 25th January 2024

The Essex LSIP work will be featured in an upcoming T Level conference being held in Chelmsford (County Hotel) on 25th January. This is a joint event with the Department for Education (DfE), Strategic Development Network (SDN), Essex Chambers of Commerce and the South East LEP (SELEP). 

Aimed at employers, the event will include an overview of T levels and how they can support businesses with their talent pipeline. Speakers will include representatives from the DfE, Titan Airways, ISG, Anglia Ruskin University and the Chambers of Commerce.  

Further information and booking details are available here. 


SELEP Legacy Webinar, 7th February 2024 – What makes a good public-private partnership?

The South East LEP is holding an online webinar on 7th February to showcase the success of public-private partnership work which has taken place in different sectors over the past 11 years. Through the session, key examples of best practice will be shared across various areas such as skills, housing and creative. The webinar will be interactive with speakers and a facilitated panel discussion and the opportunity to ask question.

Further information and booking details are available at this link. 


Planned Sector Roundtables 

Continually reviewing curriculum and teaching methods in consultation with employers and stakeholders is an imperative part of developing the skills required for the future.

Learners that are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a sector that is constantly evolving is the priority.

With that aim there are a series of employer roundtables that will be taking place. 

We will be discussing your workforce requirements and what is available to you within Essex. In addition to this we will continue to seek your points of view around new technologies, green skills and cyber preparedness with the aim of starting the process to move the dial on some measurable actions.

•    Engineering Roundtable, Chelmsford College 7th February Find out more
•    Aviation Roundtable, Stanstead Airport College 29 Febraury Find out more
•    Professional Services Roundtable, First Intuition Chelmsford 13th March Find out more

Roundtable coming soon

•    Transport and Logistics
•    Creative and Cultural 
•    Digitech

Southend SEND Business Enterprise event

Finding talented and skilled individuals to join your workforce remains an ongoing challenge for business.
Southend City Council would like to invite you to an event they are hosting on the 14th February at the Tickfield Centre in Southend.
The event aims to raise the profile of SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) and how employing people from this group could add significant value to your organisation.
The event will provide you with vital information regarding support provided and will be attended by the Department of Work and Pensions, Cll Tony Ball and local colleges.


Discover the Power of 3D Desktop Printing at Launchpad Rochford, Essex!

Are you curious about how 3D desktop printing could be integrated into your business, manufacturing, or industrial process? Do you want to see the latest innovations and developments in this cutting-edge technology? If yes, then you are invited to join us for an exclusive in-person event at Launchpad, Rochford, Essex on Thursday 4 April from 11:00am to 2:00pm.

This event is hosted by 3D FilaPrint Ltd, a leading company in the 3D printing sector since 2013. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with you, and are eager to show you the amazing possibilities of 3D desktop printing.

Further information and booking details are available here.