We’re delighted to announce that South Essex Advanced Technical Skills (SEATS) has been recognised as an Approved CPD Provider by The CPD Group. This accreditation is a significant milestone for us and reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality learning and development opportunities that meet recognised professional standards. As an approved provider, our learners and […]
My SEATS Journey: Skills, Confidence and Partnership That Transformed My Career When I enrolled on the Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship with SEATS and Get Set, I knew I wanted to grow my leadership capability, but I didn’t expect the experience to shape my confidence, career progression and network quite as deeply as it has. […]
Why I Joined the SEATS Board and Why What We Do Matters When I was asked to be one of the founding members of the SEATS board of Directors I jumped at the chance. Having spent several years leading restructuring and re-skilling in a business transformation role for a major international company, with significant […]
SEATS exceeds every target in 2024/25 — delivering record impact across Essex and East Anglia At SEATS, we believe that when employers lead, everyone benefits. Over the past year, that belief has been proven again and again as we’ve surpassed every target set by our stakeholders and strengthened our regional impact. In the last 12 […]
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 […]
Supporting Skills, Shaping Futures: What We’ve Been Up To (And What’s Still to Come!) It’s been a busy and productive time at SEATS. We’ve been out and about across Essex, helping employers, educators and learners tap into the power of skills development. Here’s a quick look at what we’ve been up to—and what’s still ahead. […]
SEATS has come a long way since its inception. What began as a simple introductory brokerage – matching businesses with training opportunities – has grown into something far more strategic, impactful and meaningful. More Than Matchmaking In the early days, our role was clear-cut: connect employers to training providers. But as we listened, learned and […]
Add Recognition to Your Apprenticeship with PARS Letters After Your Name If you’ve completed an apprenticeship in the UK, you’ve earned more than just a qualification – you’ve gained valuable workplace experience, professional skills and a foundation for long-term success. Now, you can make that achievement official – with PARS, the Professional Accreditation and Recognition Scheme created by […]
