PART 1 — FOR EMPLOYERS
Pre-Employment Training in the North East
Need work-ready candidates? We bridge the gap.
UTraining trains, pre-screens and supports motivated candidates with the practical skills your business is looking for — then connects you with people who are ready to work. Not just a CV in your inbox. A candidate who's been prepared for your role.
Why Recruit Through UTraining?
Finding good candidates is hard. Finding candidates who are actually prepared for the job — who understand your sector, have practical skills, and are motivated to work — is harder still. That's where we come in.
Work-Ready, Not Just Job-Ready
Our candidates don't just have a CV. They've completed practical, face-to-face training that's been shaped around real employer needs. They understand workplace expectations, sector-specific basics, and what it takes to turn up and contribute from day one.
Pre-Screened and Motivated
Every candidate we put forward has been supported throughout their programme. We know who's engaged, who's reliable, and who's ready. You don't waste time on applicants who aren't serious — we've already filtered for you.
Sector-Specific Training
We align training to your roles. Manufacturing and processing, construction and groundworks, warehouse and logistics, administration and customer service — we design the programme around the skills you actually need, not a generic employability template.
Ongoing Partnership, Not a One-Off
75% of our business comes from repeat clients. We're not a recruitment agency ticking a box — we're a training partner who learns your business and keeps sending you better candidates over time. Work trials, feedback loops, and continuous improvement are built in.
What We Can Deliver
Our pre-employment programmes are built around the sectors that drive the North East economy. We design training that matches your roles — not a one-size-fits-all employability course. Here are the sectors we currently cover, with more being added as we expand.
Manufacturing & Processing
Practical training for production environments — quality awareness, health and safety, standard operating procedures, and the workplace behaviours that manufacturing employers expect.
Construction & Groundworks
Pre-employment training aligned to construction site requirements — basic health and safety, site readiness, tool familiarity, and the physical and practical expectations of a construction role.
Warehouse & Logistics
Skills for warehousing, distribution, and supply chain roles — picking and packing fundamentals, stock handling, safety procedures, and the pace and reliability logistics employers need.
Administration & Customer Service
Office and customer-facing readiness — communication skills, IT basics, professional conduct, and the interpersonal skills that make someone effective in an admin or customer service role from day one.
Leadership & Team Management
For candidates stepping into team leader or supervisory roles — understanding team dynamics, basic leadership principles, and how to support and motivate others in a workplace setting.
Lean & Continuous Improvement
An introduction to Lean and continuous improvement thinking — spotting waste, understanding process flow, and the mindset that helps employees contribute to efficiency and quality.
Green & Sustainability
Training that embeds Green Circular Economy principles — understanding sustainability in a workplace context, resource efficiency, and how employees can contribute to environmental goals on the job. Included by default in all programmes unless you specifically request otherwise.
Our Employer Partners
We work alongside the organisations that connect people to opportunity across the North East. Our partnerships ensure we recruit motivated learners and connect them with employers who are genuinely hiring.
Becoming a Partner
Want to partner with us?
We partner with employers who can provide:
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Recruitment support — real vacancies, not just expressions of interest
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Work trials — giving candidates a genuine opportunity to show what they can do
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Job offers — for successful programme completers who prove themselves
If you can offer those three things, we can build a training pipeline that sends you prepared, motivated candidates — cohort after cohort.
PART 2 — FOR INDIVIDUALS
Looking to Get Into Work?
If you're unemployed and looking for a job, you're in the right place. Our pre-employment training is free, face-to-face, and designed to give you the practical skills and confidence that employers are actually looking for. No online modules. No sitting at home alone. Real tutors, real support, real jobs at the end of it.
Free Training to Get You Into Work
Our pre-employment programmes are government funded — which means there's no cost to you if you're eligible. You get practical training, real support, and a direct line to employers who are actively recruiting. We've helped hundreds of people across the North East get into work, and we can help you too.
Free, Funded Training
No fees. No catch. If you're unemployed and looking for work, you're likely eligible for fully funded training. We'll confirm your eligibility when you get in touch — it's quick and straightforward.
Face-to-Face, Not Online
We don't do Zoom courses or self-paced modules. Every session is delivered in person by a real tutor who knows your sector. You learn alongside other people, ask questions, and build confidence in a supportive environment.
Help with CVs and Interviews
We don't just train you and send you on your way. We help you build a CV that works, prepare for interviews, and present yourself with confidence. By the time you meet an employer, you're ready.
Direct Links to Employers
We partner with employers who are actively hiring. When you complete your training, you're not job-hunting alone — we connect you with businesses that have real vacancies and are looking for people like you. You can also browse live job opportunities on our Job Board at any time — before, during, or after your training.
See the jobs our employer partners are recruiting for right now.
Our Job Board features live vacancies from employers we work with across the North East — manufacturing, construction, warehouse, admin, and more. New roles are added regularly. You don't have to wait until you've finished training to see what's out there.
process
How it works
Getting started is simple. No complicated forms, no waiting lists. Here's what happens from the moment you get in touch.
Call us, email us, or fill in the form on this page. Tell us a bit about yourself and what kind of work you're looking for. That's it — no commitment, no pressure.
We have a chat about your experience, your interests, and any support you might need. Everyone's different — we tailor the journey to you.
You join a pre-employment programme (typically around one week, face-to-face). You'll learn practical skills, sector-specific knowledge, and the employability basics that employers want — CVs, interviews, workplace expectations.
You join a pre-employment programme (typically around one week, face-to-face). You'll learn practical skills, sector-specific knowledge, and the employability basics that employers want — CVs, interviews, workplace expectations.
We introduce you to employers who are recruiting in your sector. These are businesses we partner with — real vacancies, real opportunities. You can also browse live vacancies on our Job Board at any time and apply directly for roles that match your skills.
You attend interviews or work trials. You get the job. You start a new chapter. And we stay in touch — because your success is our success.
Sector Skills and Employability Skills
What You'll Learn
Our pre-employment programmes combine sector-specific training with the employability skills that every employer wants. You don't just learn about a job — you learn how to get one and keep it.
Sector-Specific Skills
Depending on the programme you join, you'll learn practical skills relevant to your target sector:
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Manufacturing & Processing: quality awareness, health and safety, standard operating procedures
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Construction & Groundworks: site safety, basic site readiness, tool familiarity
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Warehouse & Logistics: picking and packing, stock handling, safety procedures
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Administration & Customer Service: communication, IT basics, professional conduct
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Leadership & Team Management: team dynamics, basic leadership principles
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Lean & Continuous Improvement: spotting waste, process thinking
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Green & Sustainability: sustainability in the workplace, resource efficiency
Employability Skills
Every programme includes:
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CV writinghow to present your experience and skills effectively
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Interview techniquewhat to expect, how to answer questions, how to present yourself
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Job search skillswhere to look, how to apply, how to stand out
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Workplace basicspunctuality, communication, teamwork, professional behaviour
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Confidence buildingrecognising what you're capable of and believing in it
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Green Circular Economy awarenessunderstanding sustainability principles in a workplace context (included by default)
eligibility
Am I Eligible?
You're likely eligible if:
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You're currently unemployed or looking for work
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You're based in the North East (Tyne & Wear, County Durham, Northumberland, and surrounding areas)
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You're motivated to complete the training and get into work
Not sure? Just get in touch. We'll have a quick chat with you and confirm your eligibility — it takes a few minutes, not a few weeks. If you're not eligible for this programme, we'll point you towards other options that might work for you. You won't be left stuck.
No cost. No catch. No hidden fees.
If you're eligible, the training is completely free. We'll tell you exactly what's covered before you start — no surprises
Outcomes (Individual-Facing)
What Happens After Training?
We don't measure success by certificates — we measure it by jobs. Here's what happens for people who complete our pre-employment programmes.
60%
of our learners secure jobs within 3 months
95%
achievement rate — people who start, finish and achieve
30%
of learners need extra support — and we provide it
85
learner satisfaction with our programmes
If you're worried about keeping up, or if you've tried training before and it didn't work out — that's normal. Around 30% of our learners need extra help to stay on track, and we build that support in from day one. Our tutors are experienced, patient, and genuinely care about helping you get where you want to be. You won't be left behind.
Let's Get Started
Whether you're an employer looking to recruit or an individual looking for training, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch and we'll take it from there.