New partnership will help Buckinghamshire residents develop the skills needed to access employment and progress their careers.
AKG Learning has been selected by Buckinghamshire Council to deliver training through its Skills for Work programme, helping residents gain the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to move into employment or take the next step in their careers.
The programme forms part of Buckinghamshire Council‘s commitment to creating a strong, inclusive and responsive skills system that enables residents to fulfil their potential while supporting local employers with the skilled workforce they need. Working alongside trusted training providers, the Council is investing in learning opportunities that respond directly to local labour market needs and create clear pathways into sustainable employment.
As part of the programme, AKG Learning will deliver Business Administration training, supporting adults who are looking to enter office-based roles, return to work, or develop the transferable skills employers are increasingly looking for across a wide range of industries.
The partnership reflects the growing importance of adult skills development across Buckinghamshire. The Council’s Skills and Employment Strategy identifies that more than 26,900 working-age residents have no formal qualifications, while over 13,000 economically inactive residents want to work but require additional support to overcome barriers. The strategy also highlights the need to strengthen work-ready skills and improve access to high-quality vocational training that meets employer demand.
Nationally, the Government’s Employer Skills Survey continues to show that employers place significant value on vocational and technical skills, with businesses identifying ongoing skills shortages and the importance of investing in workforce development to improve productivity and fill vacancies.
Buckinghamshire Council spokesperson
“Developing local skills is fundamental to creating opportunity for our residents and supporting businesses across Buckinghamshire. By working with experienced delivery partners such as AKG Learning, we are helping more people access high-quality training that leads to meaningful employment, career progression and greater confidence. We are pleased to be working together to deliver Adult Skills Funded programme and make these opportunities available across the county.”
AKG Learning has extensive experience in delivering vocational education and employability programmes that help adults gain recognised qualifications and develop the practical skills employers need. Alongside its apprenticeship and employer training provision, the organisation supports learners at every stage of their career journey, working closely with employers to ensure training reflects current workplace requirements.
Through the AKG ‘Skills for Work’ programme, learners will have access to fully funded Business Administration training designed to build essential workplace skills including communication, organisation, digital confidence, customer service and professional working practices. The programme aims to equip learners with the knowledge and confidence needed to secure employment and progress within administrative and business support roles.
Steve Mitchell, Operations Director, AKG Learning
“We are delighted to be working in partnership with Buckinghamshire Council to deliver the Skills for Work programme. Investing in adult skills creates lasting opportunities for individuals while helping employers access the talent they need to grow. Business Administration provides a strong foundation for careers across almost every sector, and we’re proud to support Buckinghamshire residents in gaining recognised skills that can open doors to sustainable employment and future progression.”
The Skills for Work programme reflects a shared commitment between Buckinghamshire Council and AKG Learning to improve opportunities for local people, strengthen the county’s workforce and support long-term economic growth through accessible, high-quality training.
Further information on eligibility, available courses and how to enrol will be available on the AKG Learning website.
