National Skills Academies - England

About this funding

The National Skills Academies programme, administered by the Department for Business and Trade, delivers expert guidance and practical support to businesses across England's diverse economic sectors.

Participating organisations benefit from tailored advice covering construction, creative industries, healthcare, hospitality, information technology, life sciences, manufacturing, science and technology, transport, travel and leisure, utilities, and retail sectors. Greater Manchester enterprises gain access to industry-specific expertise designed to enhance workforce capabilities and address skills gaps within their operations. The scheme operates across multiple English regions including the North West, enabling local businesses to strengthen their competitive position through targeted professional development and strategic business guidance.

Who can apply

Businesses operating in eligible sectors including construction, creative and cultural industries, land management, environmental services, food and drink, health, energy, utilities, engineering, technology, science, retail, motor industry, media production, social care, sports and fitness, fashion, textiles, and railway sectors.

How to apply

Contact the Department for Business and Trade for programme participation details and sector-specific academy pathways

Common questions

What is National Skills Academies - England?

National Skills Academies offers expert advice and support to businesses across numerous sectors including construction, creative industries, healthcare, IT, and manufacturing throughout England. Greater Manchester organisations can access sector-specific expertise to address workforce development…

How much funding is available?

National Skills Academies - England offers Not specified.

Who can apply for National Skills Academies - England?

Businesses operating in eligible sectors including construction, creative and cultural industries, land management, environmental services, food and drink, health, energy, utilities, engineering, technology, science, retail, motor industry, media production, social care, sports and fitness…

What is the deadline?

National Skills Academies - England accepts applications on a rolling basis — you can apply at any time.

Who provides National Skills Academies - England?

National Skills Academies - England is provided by Department for Business and Trade.

How do I apply for National Skills Academies - England?

Contact the Department for Business and Trade for programme participation details and sector-specific academy pathways.