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Our Offer

At East Lancashire Learning Group, we believe that the best partnerships start with real conversations. We work closely with employers of all sizes to shape learning that makes a genuine difference—to businesses, to individuals, and to our communities.

Whether you want to grow new talent through apprenticeships, develop your existing team with bespoke training, or offer a young person their first step into the workplace, we will build a solution that works for you. There are no generic packages, just the right support, built around your goals.

Meet the Team

You will get to know our Employer Engagement Team, and we will get to know you. We are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about helping businesses thrive.

From apprenticeship specialists to curriculum leads, everyone here cares about doing what is right for you and your team. We will listen, advise, and stay with you every step of the way. We believe strong partnerships grow from trust, honesty, and a shared sense of purpose.

Employers We Work With

We are proud to work with a fantastic mix of businesses, from local independents making a big impact to national organisations shaping the future of their industries.

Our partners include employers in advanced manufacturing, health and care, digital, finance, and more. Some of our key employers include East Lancashire Health Trust, Magn8, Lancashire County Council and Senior Aerospace Weston. What brings them together is a belief in the power of people. They see training as a meaningful investment in the growth and success of their people, their business, and the wider community.

Why Work With Us?

At East Lancashire Learning Group, we bring 20 years of Ofsted Outstanding performance to every partnership. Our learners make more progress than almost anywhere else in the country, and our colleges are consistently ranked among the very best for student outcomes and employer satisfaction.

Flexible Learning Options to Suit You

We understand that time is valuable. That’s why we offer:

  • On-site training at your business premises
  • Online and blended learning for flexibility and minimising disruption
  • Professional training facilities with industry-standard equipment

 

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Your employees will benefit from training in our professional facilities, equipped with the latest industry-standard technology. This ensures that the skills they acquire are directly applicable in your business, keeping you at the forefront of industry advancements.

Why employers choose us:

Ofsted Outstanding: Rated as an outstanding education and training provider for over 20 years.

Apprenticeships, Technical and Professional Qualifications: Industry – recognised courses for all levels.

Tailored Training: Customised programmes designed to meet your business needs.

Workforce Development: Improving track record of recruitment, retention and productivity.

Flexible Learning: On-site, online, blending learning options to fit your schedule.

Ways You Can Work With Us

There are lots of ways we can work together, and we will make it easy to get started. You might want to:

Take on an apprentice. We will help you find the right fit.

Offer work experience or placements to inspire the next generation.

Co-design a course so learners leave with the skills your industry needs

Upskill your staff with tailored training and qualifications.

Join an employer board or forum to help shape our offer and influence the future.

Whether you’re focused on immediate needs or planning for the future, we’ll work with you to find the right approach and support you every step of the way.

Ready to start a conversation?

If you already have a clear idea of what you need or are simply exploring what’s possible, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch to explore how we can support your workforce and work together to meet the needs of your business.

Contact us today at employer@eastlancslearning.ac.uk

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