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Engineering Apprenticeship Health and Safety Guide
Why Health and Safety Is the Golden Thread in Engineering Apprenticeships In the world of engineering, health and safety in the work place is not just a requirement, it is a responsibility that underpins every task, decision and environment. From workshop floors to...
Apprenticeship Funding Changes 2026: What Rail and Engineering Employers Need to Know
The apprenticeship landscape is changing. With new government reforms, fresh employer incentives and the rollout of more flexible training options through the Growth and Skills Levy, rail and engineering employers need to be ready for what comes next. These changes...
Train’d Up appoints Emma Barrett‑Peel as Chief Executive Officer to lead next phase of growth
Emma Barrett‑Peel, CEO of Train’d Up, said:
“Joining Train’d Up at this stage of its journey is incredibly exciting. The organisation has built a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality apprenticeships that genuinely make a difference to individuals and employers across the rail and engineering sectors."
Building Stronger Businesses This National Apprenticeship Week
This National Apprenticeship Week (9-15 February 2026) we are proud to celebrate the businesses that have invested in apprenticeships and the future of their workforce – and of course, the apprentices themselves! This week, particularly as your digital channels are...
Engineering Sector Workforce Challenges – And How Apprenticeships Can Secure the Future
The UK engineering sector underpins national infrastructure, productivity and economic growth. From rail and transportation to manufacturing, construction, utilities, and advanced engineering, the demand for skilled engineers continues to rise. Yet the sector is...
The far-reaching benefits of investing in apprenticeships
As a national provider of remote workforce training and online apprenticeships, that deliver results, we work closely with learners and employers to understand their needs. And we regularly see the value that employers can deliver to learners and also the benefits...
Addressing workforce agility through upskilling
The benefits of a skilled workforce reach beyond closing the skills gap Do you know your workforce? The first challenge for businesses is addressing what skills are required and/or missing from their organisation to meet their goals. As 42 per cent of HR managers...
Officially accredited to the matrix Quality Standard
We are delighted to announce that following a recent matrix audit, Train’d Up has been officially accredited to the matrix Quality Standard for our advice and guidance services for the next three years. The matrix Standard, delivered by The Growth Company on behalf...
Building a workforce fit for the future: the role of engineering apprenticeships
Industry is undergoing seismic changes, with workplaces and sector priorities evolving at a rapid rate. Many businesses are striving to implement more sustainable practices, minimise their environmental impact and carbon footprints, while Industry 4.0 is changing...
The business case for engineering apprentices: why you should invest
In the ever-evolving world of engineering, the benefits of hiring an apprentice are numerous - especially in an increasingly competitive market where retaining and recruiting skilled employees is proving to be a challenge.