Train to Gain

Staff who are eligible for train to gain funding can access this in one of two ways...
Through attending bespoke vocational courses delivered through Broadland Council Training Services or through training sessions delivered at the workplace with a qualified trainer or assessor.

How can train to gain enhance employee development?
Efficient, motivated staff - Over 45% of staff say they would feel more motivated if their organisation invested in their skills. Training gives your employees the skills and awareness to do their jobs effectively, and the initiative and ambition to drive your business forward.

Enhance profits - Getting the right skills in place cuts waste and boosts profitability. A typical 50 employee company could save £165,000 every year by filling the gaps in its employee's skills (Employer's perspectives on improving skills for employment, National Audit Office, 2005)

A competitive business - Training can help keep your business competitive. Whether you're mastering new technical developments, improving your customer service or boosting your internal efficiency, training keeps your skills up to date and makes sure you stay ahead of the competition.

Staff retention - 45% of employees surveyed would feel more valued if their employer invested in their skills. By supporting your employees' development and helping them gain valuable qualifications, you strengthen their commitment to your company. They'll stay longer-term, cutting your recruitment costs.

Fewer unfilled positions - In 2007, 130,000 jobs remained unfilled because no suitable candidate was available. By training your existing staff you can be sure that you always have the right person for the job.

Train to gain funding...
As well as helping you access other sources of funding, Train to Gain can also provide some funding itself. This includes:

•Free training to help you or your employees gain nationally recognised qualifications
•A wide range of training for employees at all skill levels, including Skills for Life such as literacy and numeracy
•The possibility of a contribution to wage costs for companies with less than 50 FTE employees, to cover the cost of time spent in training
what train to gain offers you...
Train to Gain can improve your productivity and competitiveness by making sure your employees have the right skills to do the best job.

The service works in three main ways:
•By providing a free training needs analysis for your company
•By offering a flexible, bespoke service tailored to suit your business and individual needs
•BCTS' qualified and experienced staff delivering training either on site or at our training centre

Train to Gain at BCTS is run in association with Rising Stars, JO Academy, Great Yarmouth College and Norfolk and Waveney Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Skills for Life support is available on all BCTS training programmes.
BCTS mentor support is available for most categories of learners.