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Welcome to the Workpays Roundup!

  • Jan 13
  • 3 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.

As we enter the new year, we’re looking forward to fresh opportunities to support individuals and businesses across the UK. At Workpays, being ambitious is at the heart of what we do, we set high standards, hold ourselves accountable, and continuously look for better ways to deliver meaningful outcomes.


The year ahead is full of potential. We remain committed to helping people gain the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to thrive, while supporting employers in building strong, future-ready teams. Our determination, flexibility, and drive to improve ensure we continue to make a real difference in the lives of those we support.


We’re excited for what’s to come, and we celebrate the successes we’ve achieved together so far. Every step forward is made possible by the collaboration and dedication of everyone involved. Here’s to a year of growth, impact, and shared achievement.


— Alex Glasner, Managing Director at Workpays


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CONTRACT SPOTLIGHT


Leicester Skills Bootcamp – Powering the Green Economy ⚡🌱


Local electricians and employers can now take part in the Skills Bootcamp in Green Skills, a fully funded programme delivered at our Leicester Centre. Over four weeks, participants gain hands-on training in solar PV and electric vehicle charger installation, alongside a Safe Isolation CPD unit, building the technical expertise needed for today’s growing renewable energy sector.


The course is designed for qualified electricians, whether employed or self-employed, and helps businesses expand services, strengthen compliance, and access new contract opportunities. With government funding covering up to 90% of costs for SMEs, this programme offers a low-investment, high-return way to future-proof your business.


Flexible learning combines face-to-face sessions with online study, making it manageable alongside work commitments. Participants leave with industry-recognised Level 3 awards and practical skills trusted by employers across the sector.


FEATURED BLOG

How Level 5 Coaching Professional Apprenticeships Boost Performance


Many organisations face challenges with leadership, engagement, and supporting staff effectively. By working with Workpays, employers develop coaching skills through the Level 5 Coaching Professional apprenticeship, helping teams grow in confidence and capability. Now, organisations across the region are strengthening leadership and building positive workplace cultures through high-quality training.


Read the full case study here

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CURRENT VACANCIES

Senior Development & Engagement Coach



📍 Wolverhampton

💵 £31,000

💵 £28,000

ASF Vocational Tutor



📍 Leicester

💵 £26,000 - £28,000

Skills Bootcamp Tutor



📍Worcester

💵 £26,000 - £28,000

Electrical Installations Assessor



📍 East Midlands

💵 £150 per day


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!




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UPCOMING EVENTS & AWARENESS DAYS

January is a time for fresh starts, learning, and personal growth, with New Year’s Day (1st) encouraging reflection and new goals, National Mentoring Month (1st–30th) highlighting the power of guidance and support in helping people progress, and International Day of Education (24th) reminding us of the vital role learning plays in opening opportunities and shaping brighter futures.



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

HASSLE-FREE, FULLY-FUNDE RECRUITMENT SUPPORT 🤝

Looking to grow your team quickly ahead of the busy Christmas season?


Our Restart programme offers a fully-funded recruitment service to help you onboard skilled candidates efficiently and meet seasonal or business growth needs.


✅  Free recruitment      ✅  Local people for local jobs

✅  Local talent                  ✅  In-work support

✅  Work trials                   ✅ Training participants before and during employment



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.




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