The Apprenticeship Levy Becomes the Skills & Growth Levy in April 2026 The apprenticeship landscape is about to undergo its biggest transformation since the levy was introduced in 2017. From April 2026, the Apprenticeship Levy will officially become the Skills & Growth Levy, bringing major reforms thatwill impact every employer in the UK. Whether you’re a levy payer or not, the way you plan and fund apprenticeship training is about to change — significantly. At the heart of the system is one key question: “Is your annual salary bill over or under £3 million?” That determines which set of rules applies to your organisation. For Levy-Paying Employers (£3m+ […]
Illuminating Neurodiversity: Practical Leadership for Real Change 17th March at 12:00–12:45 pm (30-minute session + 15-minute live Q&A) Neurodiversity awareness is growing, but awareness alone doesn’t create inclusive workplaces. This focused 45-minute webinar is designed for leaders, managers and HR professionals who want to move from intention to implementation. In just 30 minutes, we will […]
This March, SEATS is offering a series of free, one-hour “Lunch & Learn” webinars from 12–1 pm, designed to help you develop leadership skills and support an inclusive workplace. Leadership: Action Hour 5 March – Running Meetings That Actually Work 12 March – Stopping Team Burnout Early 19 March – Holding People Accountable (Without Micro-Managing) […]
My Journey so far with SEATS & What’s Coming Next in Leadership Development When I joined SEATS earlier this year, I knew I’d stepped into something special. SEATS has always had a strong reputation for high-quality learning, but what struck me immediately was the genuine passion here for developing people – not just teaching to […]
Practical Leadership Series: The Flexible, High-Impact Programme Building the Leaders Every Organisation Needs Now Leadership today is tougher, faster and more complex than ever. Teams are stretched, expectations are rising, hybrid work is the new normal and operational challenges move quickly. Most managers want to lead well but they’re working with outdated habits, unclear structures and limited support. The Practical Leadership Series was created to change that. This is […]
The government is introducing major reforms to post-16 education, ensuring that every young person can gain the skills and knowledge they need to secure a good job, progress to university, or pursue other ambitions. From 2027, new V Levels will be introduced to replace many existing qualifications, simplifying the system and opening up more high-quality […]
The Government’s new Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper (October 2025) sets out some of the biggest changes in years to how education, training and employment support will work for young people and adults. The aim is simple: grow the economy by giving people the skills employers actually need. Here’s what’s coming – and why […]
At SEATS, we know cost is often the biggest barrier to skills and career progression. That’s why we’re excited to share that one of our learners recently accessed a City & Guilds bursary to take our AI Governance short course. For them, the funding opened the door to skills that will shape the future of work. Our AI Short […]
As the world of work evolves at an unprecedented pace—driven by automation, AI and the green transition – organisations across the UK are facing a critical challenge: staying competitive while ensuring no one gets left behind. One group is particularly vulnerable to being overlooked in this transformation: Older, experienced employees. Despite now making up nearly […]
As artificial intelligence reshapes the future of work, organisations need leaders who can drive innovation and embed AI technologies effectively. The new Level 3 AI Champion Apprenticeship offers a unique 13-month programme designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to become AI trailblazers within their workplaces. This comprehensive apprenticeship prepares participants to identify, implement and champion […]
