Step up. Speak clearly.                     Lead with impact.

Great leadership isn’t defined by a job title — it’s about how effectively you inspire, influence and drive results.

This intensive workshop is designed to help managers and emerging leaders unlock their leadership potential and immediately apply practical strategies to their teams and organisations.

What you’ll gain:

• Stronger communication across teams, departments and stakeholders

• Confident leadership, grounded in clarity, purpose and emotional intelligence

• Effective management techniques for balancing people, priorities and performance

• A follow-up session to help embed learning and sustain momentum

  Main Workshop
  Tuesday 15 October 2025
  Full-day session (9:30am–4:30pm)
  Launchpad Southend
  Includes lunch and refreshments

  Follow-up Session
  Tuesday 4 November 2025
  Half-day session (1:30pm–4:30pm)
  Launchpad Southend

  
  

  Who should attend?

  • Current team leaders, line managers and accidental managers looking to grow

  • Aspiring or newly appointed managers seeking practical tools

  • Professionals preparing for leadership roles as part of their career progression

  Whether you lead a team of 2 or 20, this workshop will give you the confidence and capability to lead with greater impact — right away.

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  Delivered by experienced leadership facilitators

  With decades of experience in people development, our facilitators bring real-world insights, interactive learning and actionable takeaways.

  Cost:£595 + vat

Project Management Bootcamp – Fully Funded & Online

Start your career in just 8 weeks

Looking to kickstart a professional career or upskill for the next step? Our Project Management Bootcamp is designed to be accessible, flexible, and focused on getting real results.

This online, APM-accredited course offers a structured, supportive route into the world of project management — covering everything from planning and communication to leadership and employability.

What’s included:

• 16 live online sessions (48 hours of guided learning)

• 12 hours of supported self-study
•  APM-aligned curriculum – industry-recognised and job-focused
• Mock exams to build your confidence before assessment
• Expert tutor support every step of the way

• Delivered fully online – join from anywhere

Ideal for:

• Individuals looking to enter the workforce in a structured, professional role

• Career changers or those upskilling for new opportunities

• Apprentices or learners working towards a qualification

Funding and eligibility:

This training is normally £1,400 – but is heavily funded through government support:

• Free for unemployed learners

• 90% funded if employed by an SME
• 70% funded if employed by a larger organisation

To be eligible, you must:

• Be 19 or over

• Live in England

• Have the right to work in the UK

Duration:

8 weeks
Includes two live sessions per week + flexible self-study hours.

Back for its fourth year, Essex Chambers of Commerce premier event for businesses across Essex to connect, collaborate and celebrate success will be held on Wednesday 5 November, from 10.00am until 3.00pm at Chelmsford City Racecourse.

 Event Highlights include:

Business Expo: Explore a dynamic showcase of local businesses and organisations across various industries. From established enterprises to emerging innovators, this is your chance to discover new products, services, and partnership opportunities.

Inspiring Speakers: Hear from a lineup of keynote speakers and panel discussions which will provide valuable insights into emerging trends, strategies for growth, and stories of success.

Best in Business Award: Celebrate excellence in Essex! The Festival’s prestigious Business Award recognises outstanding achievements across categories such as innovation, sustainability and community impact. 

Networking Opportunities: Forge meaningful connections with fellow professionals, entrepreneurs and industry leaders. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, collaborate on new projects, or simply share ideas, the Festival offers unparalleled opportunities to engage with the Essex business community.

Build the payroll skills you need to advance your career – or enhance your organisation’s payroll processes – with expert-led online training.

Why Choose This Course?

• Comprehensive Curriculum – Gain a solid understanding of payroll fundamentals, from tax codes to statutory deductions.
• Hands-On Learning – Practical exercises ensure you can apply your skills confidently in real workplace scenarios.
• Expert Trainers – Learn from professionals with extensive payroll and HR experience.
• Accessible and Flexible – Designed for both beginners and those looking to refresh their knowledge.
• Career-Enhancing Skills – Build expertise that employers value and take a step toward payroll management roles.

This course is perfect for:

• HR professionals and payroll administrators seeking a strong foundation in payroll processes.
• Business owners and managers who want to streamline their payroll operations.
• Individuals looking to start a career in payroll or HR.

This course is designed to accommodate beginners and those with limited experience.

Completing this training can open the door to roles such as:

• Payroll Administrator
• Payroll Manager
• International Payroll Manager
• CIS Specialist
• HR Manager

How Is the Training Delivered?

Online interactive virtual sessions – so you can learn from anywhere, at a time that suits you.

Everyone who completes the course will receive:

• A Continuous Personal Development (CPD) Course Completion Certificate.
• Sage Payroll Level 1 Certification, recognised by employers across the UK.

Cost:£599 +vat

Strengthen your payroll knowledge with our two-day intensive Payroll Theory course. Whether you are new to payroll or looking to refresh your skills, this expert-led programme delivers the confidence and practical understanding needed to manage payroll effectively.

Certification

Upon completion, participants will receive a CPD Certificate of Completion, showcasing your commitment to professional development and recognised across industries.

Why Choose This Course?

• CPD Accreditation – Gain a recognised certificate to strengthen your professional credentials.
• Expert-Led Training – Learn from seasoned payroll professionals with real-world experience.
• Comprehensive Curriculum – Covers essential payroll theory in a practical, accessible way.
• Immediate Application – Skills that can be applied directly to workplace payroll scenarios.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• HR professionals and payroll administrators who want to deepen their knowledge.
• Individuals new to payroll seeking a strong introduction to core principles.
• Employers and business owners aiming to manage payroll responsibilities more effectively.

Course Details

• No prior experience required – suitable for beginners and professionals.
• CPD-accredited – recognised training that boosts your career profile.
• Delivery – Live virtual sessions with interactive and engaging learning.
• Assessments – Practical exercises may be included to reinforce learning.

Cost:£399 +vat

Master Sage 50 Payroll software with our practical, expert-led training designed to give you confidence and proficiency in payroll management.

What You’ll Learn

• Navigate Sage 50 Payroll and check key legislation settings.
• Configure software to suit company requirements.
• Set up and amend employee records, payments, deductions, and pension schemes.
• Manage users and access rights.
• Understand key reports (Pay Elements, Company Detail) to support payroll tasks.
• Run basic weekly or monthly payroll and email payslips directly to employees.
• Perform and submit RTI routines, including FPS, NVR, and EPS.
• Correct errors using Rollback and Restore.
• Set up new starters and process leavers.
• Complete period-end routines and produce P32 reports.
• Process electronic payments to employees and HMRC.

Day 2 includes hands-on practice with Sage Payroll software.
(Note: Candidates require laptops. Mac users will need a Windows emulator for Sage installation.)

Certification

Upon completion, you’ll receive a Sage Level 1 Certification, recognised by employers and validating your ability to use Sage Payroll confidently.

Why Choose This Course?

• Sage Accreditation – Gain an industry-recognised credential.
• Practical Application – Hands-on software training ensures job-readiness.
• Expert Trainers – Learn from payroll specialists with real-world experience.
• Small Class Sizes – Get personalised guidance throughout.
• Future-Proof Skills – Stay ahead with knowledge of payroll solutions for 2025 and beyond.

Who Should Attend?

• HR professionals and payroll administrators looking to master Sage Payroll.
• Business owners and managers handling payroll in-house.
• Finance professionals expanding their skillset.
• Anyone preparing for a career in payroll or HR.

Delivery

Interactive online sessions with guided practice on Sage Payroll software.

Cost:£399 +vat

We are excited to share that the CEME Hydrogen Summit 2025 is officially set for Thursday 27th November 2025!

Join us for a landmark one-day Hydrogen Summit at CEME, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, academics and policymakers from across the UK to explore how regional initiatives are shaping the future of hydrogen.

Theme: "Learning from Regional Developments"

What to Expect:

• Keynote addresses from hydrogen leaders
• Interactive panels tackling technical and strategic challenges
• Exhibitions showcasing product and process innovation
• Networking opportunities to spark collaboration and partnership

Whether you're involved in energy, engineering, policy or education, this is your opportunity to engage with the people and ideas driving hydrogen innovation across the country.

Location:

CEME Campus, a centre for innovation and skills development in the Thames Estuary.

Build the payroll skills you need to advance your career – or enhance your organisation’s payroll processes – with expert-led online training.

Why Choose This Course?

• Comprehensive Curriculum – Gain a solid understanding of payroll fundamentals, from tax codes to statutory deductions.
• Hands-On Learning – Practical exercises ensure you can apply your skills confidently in real workplace scenarios.
• Expert Trainers – Learn from professionals with extensive payroll and HR experience.
• Accessible and Flexible – Designed for both beginners and those looking to refresh their knowledge.
• Career-Enhancing Skills – Build expertise that employers value and take a step toward payroll management roles.

This course is perfect for:

• HR professionals and payroll administrators seeking a strong foundation in payroll processes.
• Business owners and managers who want to streamline their payroll operations.
• Individuals looking to start a career in payroll or HR.

This course is designed to accommodate beginners and those with limited experience.

Completing this training can open the door to roles such as:

• Payroll Administrator
• Payroll Manager
• International Payroll Manager
• CIS Specialist
• HR Manager

How Is the Training Delivered?

Online interactive virtual sessions – so you can learn from anywhere, at a time that suits you.

Everyone who completes the course will receive:

• A Continuous Personal Development (CPD) Course Completion Certificate.
• Sage Payroll Level 1 Certification, recognised by employers across the UK.

Cost:£599 +vat

Strengthen your payroll knowledge with our two-day intensive Payroll Theory course. Whether you are new to payroll or looking to refresh your skills, this expert-led programme delivers the confidence and practical understanding needed to manage payroll effectively.

Certification

Upon completion, participants will receive a CPD Certificate of Completion, showcasing your commitment to professional development and recognised across industries.

Why Choose This Course?

• CPD Accreditation – Gain a recognised certificate to strengthen your professional credentials.
• Expert-Led Training – Learn from seasoned payroll professionals with real-world experience.
• Comprehensive Curriculum – Covers essential payroll theory in a practical, accessible way.
• Immediate Application – Skills that can be applied directly to workplace payroll scenarios.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• HR professionals and payroll administrators who want to deepen their knowledge.
• Individuals new to payroll seeking a strong introduction to core principles.
• Employers and business owners aiming to manage payroll responsibilities more effectively.

Course Details

• No prior experience required – suitable for beginners and professionals.
• CPD-accredited – recognised training that boosts your career profile.
• Delivery – Live virtual sessions with interactive and engaging learning.
• Assessments – Practical exercises may be included to reinforce learning.

Cost:£399 +vat

Master Sage 50 Payroll software with our practical, expert-led training designed to give you confidence and proficiency in payroll management

What You’ll Learn

• Navigate Sage 50 Payroll and check key legislation settings.
• Configure software to suit company requirements.
• Set up and amend employee records, payments, deductions, and pension schemes.
• Manage users and access rights.
• Understand key reports (Pay Elements, Company Detail) to support payroll tasks.
• Run basic weekly or monthly payroll and email payslips directly to employees.
• Perform and submit RTI routines, including FPS, NVR, and EPS.
• Correct errors using Rollback and Restore.
• Set up new starters and process leavers.
• Complete period-end routines and produce P32 reports.
• Process electronic payments to employees and HMRC.

Day 2 includes hands-on practice with Sage Payroll software.
(Note: Candidates require laptops. Mac users will need a Windows emulator for Sage installation.)

Certification

Upon completion, you’ll receive a Sage Level 1 Certification, recognised by employers and validating your ability to use Sage Payroll confidently.

Why Choose This Course?

• Sage Accreditation – Gain an industry-recognised credential.
• Practical Application – Hands-on software training ensures job-readiness.
• Expert Trainers – Learn from payroll specialists with real-world experience.
• Small Class Sizes – Get personalised guidance throughout.
• Future-Proof Skills – Stay ahead with knowledge of payroll solutions for 2025 and beyond.

Who Should Attend?

• HR professionals and payroll administrators looking to master Sage Payroll.
• Business owners and managers handling payroll in-house.
• Finance professionals expanding their skillset.
• Anyone preparing for a career in payroll or HR.

Delivery

Interactive online sessions with guided practice on Sage Payroll software.

Cost:£399 +vat

Project Management Bootcamp – Fully Funded & Online

Start your career in just 8 weeks

Looking to kickstart a professional career or upskill for the next step? Our Project Management Bootcamp is designed to be accessible, flexible, and focused on getting real results.

This online, APM-accredited course offers a structured, supportive route into the world of project management — covering everything from planning and communication to leadership and employability.

What’s included:

• 16 live online sessions (48 hours of guided learning)

• 12 hours of supported self-study
•  APM-aligned curriculum – industry-recognised and job-focused
• Mock exams to build your confidence before assessment
• Expert tutor support every step of the way

• Delivered fully online – join from anywhere

Ideal for:

• Individuals looking to enter the workforce in a structured, professional role

• Career changers or those upskilling for new opportunities

• Apprentices or learners working towards a qualification

Funding and eligibility:

This training is normally £1,400 – but is heavily funded through government support:

• Free for unemployed learners

• 90% funded if employed by an SME
• 70% funded if employed by a larger organisation

To be eligible, you must:

• Be 19 or over

• Live in England

• Have the right to work in the UK

Duration:

8 weeks
Includes two live sessions per week + flexible self-study hours.