Welcome to the Workpays Roundup!

Humaira Makda
Aug 5
2 min read

(From right to left) Workpays' Managing Director, Anne Wright, Richard Keene, New Arrivals Alliance Manager at Community Action Derby, and Lindsay Hodgkinson, event organiser and Engagement Broker at Workpays.

The past month has brought positive change and new opportunities across Workpays — with fresh momentum driving us forward.

From the exciting development plans for our Derby Green centre to continued investment in WP Connected, our online learning platform, we’re building on strong foundations to reach even more learners and partners. July also marked the end of the national Apprenticeship Support and Knowledge (ASK) programme. While we’re sad to see it close, we’re incredibly proud of the team’s work supporting schools and colleges to champion apprenticeships.

Thank you to all our partners for your continued collaboration and commitment. We’re excited for what’s to come.

— Alex Glasner, Managing Director at Workpays

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CONTRACT SPOTLIGHT

Path 2 Apprenticeships — Building Careers with Purpose

Funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority, the Path 2 Apprenticeships (P2A) programme supports young adults aged 19–29 across Coventry and the Black Country. It bridges the gap between ambition and opportunity — preparing individuals with tailored training in green, digital, and essential workplace skills, all while co-designing roles with employers that pay at least the National Living Wage.

From boosting learner confidence to meeting employer needs, P2A creates a meaningful route into long-term employment.

“I didn’t think I had a future, but Path 2 Apprenticeships gave me confidence and helped me find a career I couldn't be more happy with.”

— Sam, Workpays Learner

Employers gain access to a pipeline of motivated talent, and learners receive guaranteed interviews — a win-win for future workforce development.

Find out more

FEATURED BLOG

From Learner to Leader: Sam’s Inspiring Journey 🌟

After two years of unemployment and personal hardship, Sam Hutchings found new purpose through the Path 2 Apprenticeships programme. What started as a leap of faith turned into a life-changing experience — boosting his confidence, skills, and sense of direction.

Now a Level 4 Business Development Apprentice at Workpays, Sam helps deliver the very programme that supported him. His story is a powerful reminder of how real opportunity and belief can transform lives.

Read the full case study here

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CURRENT VACANCIES

Contract Lead 📍 Leicestershire / Nottinghamshire 💵 £32,000-34,000	In Work Support 📍 Leicestershire 💵 £28,000	Employment Coach 📍 Wolverhampton / Corby / Kettering 💵 £25,000-£28,000
Adult Skills Tutor 📍 Leicestershire 💵 £26,000 - £28,000	Engagement Broker 📍Leicester & Hinckley 💵 £26,000 - £27,000	Regional ESC 📍 Leicester 💵 £29,000 - £31,500	Employment Coach 📍 Hinckley / Leicester 💵 £28,000

Know someone who’d be a great fit? Don’t forget about our referral scheme — you’ll receive £50 if your referral is hired, and another £50 when they pass probation!

View and share our vacancies

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UPCOMING EVENTS & AWARENESS DAYS

August brings moments to celebrate progress and support future journeys — from Cycle to Work Day (7th August) to recognising young people on International Youth Day (12th August), A-Level Results Day (14th August), and GCSE Results Day (21st August).

🔗 View our 2025 Awareness Days Calendar

If you’d like to partner with us on future events or explore collaborative opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in Touch with Workpays 📩

Whether you’re a learner looking to upskill or an employer seeking the perfect candidates, Workpays is here to help. Contact us today to discover how we can support your goals.