It’s hard to believe that I have now been part of the SEATS journey for two years. Looking back, those two years have flown by, and I honestly don’t know where to begin because so much has happened in such a short space of time. When I joined SEATS, I was at a significant point […]
Important changes to apprenticeship funding come into effect from 1 August 2026, with further changes following on 1 September 2026. Some of the changes create valuable new opportunities, particularly for smaller employers looking to recruit younger apprentices. Others mean businesses need to look for alternatives if they were planning to use certain management, leadership, coaching or professional apprenticeships. What changes on 1 […]
At SEATS, we believe that great learning should be accessible, practical and make a real difference. That’s why we’re delighted to offer our Action Hour webinar series – a gift from us to you. These fully funded, free-to-attend lunchtime sessions are designed for busy professionals who want to invest just 60 minutes to gain fresh […]
A nationally recognised qualification is coming to Thurrock Warehousing has changed dramatically over the last decade. Automation, AI, tighter compliance requirements, sustainability and increasing customer expectations mean today’s warehouse managers need more than operational experience – they need professional leadership skills. SEATS is delighted to bring the Warehouse Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) to Thurrock. Developed by the UK […]
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 […]
New Apprenticeship Units Offer Flexible Route to Workforce Upskilling Businesses looking to address skills gaps, boost productivity and prepare for future growth can now access a range of Apprenticeship Units designed to deliver targeted training in key growth sectors. Built from existing apprenticeship standards, Apprenticeship Units are short, focused programmes that allow employers to develop […]
Leadership Development That Delivers Real Impact We were delighted to receive this feedback from Brentwood and Rochford Council following their recent leadership development programme delivered with SEATS: “Since January, colleagues from the Environment team have taken part in the Leading the Frontline programme to strengthen their leadership skills, build confidence in their roles and work […]
Why Businesses Should Champion Vocational Routes Into Work Today’s King’s Speech from King Charles III placed a clear emphasis on skills, apprenticeships, youth employment, and creating opportunities for every young person to succeed — regardless of background or academic pathway. Among the key themes were: Continued investment in apprenticeships Tackling youth unemployment Greater respect for […]
Inclusive recruitment is no longer just a “nice to have” for organisations—it’s becoming essential for attracting, hiring and retaining the best talent. Many employers are currently facing challenges such as low application numbers, limited diversity in candidate pools and difficulties retaining staff. In many cases, the issue isn’t the availability of talent—it’s how recruitment processes […]
Possibly Facing Redundancy? What You Do Next Matters If you’ve recently been told your role is at risk…Or there are changes happening in your organisation that might affect you… It’s completely normal to feel uncertain. You might be thinking: “Is this actually going to happen to me?” “Should I start looking for something else?” “What […]
