Step Up Somerset.

Your one front door to Employment, Skills and Community Learning

Step Up Somerset is a website that will support people and employers across Somerset to find the right skills, training, employment support and local opportunities.

Everything you need
All in one place.

Information, advice and guidance for work and skills

Community
Learning

Explore our courses for adults aged 19+

Free employment support service

Free employment support

Build skills, find courses and opportunities

Your business

Get Somerset
Working

Engage great local people. Grow your business.

Skills Bootcamps

Employer-led Skills Bootcamps are available for businesses of all sizes across Somerset

Business Support

Free employment support: build skills, find courses and jobs.

Upcoming events

View all events

Monday 5 October 2026

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Community Employment Hub – Bridgwater

Victoria Park Community Centre, Bridgwater
Monday 5 October 2026

10:30 am to 12:30 pm

Community Employment Hub – Glastonbury

Glastonbury Library, Glastonbury
Tuesday 6 October 2026

10:00 am to 12:30 pm

Community Employment Hub – Taunton CHARIS Centre

Taunton CHARIS Centre, 16 – 17 Hammet Street

Find information, advice and guidance

Employment Support

Looking for work or career advice? Explore job opportunities, practical tips for building a strong application, and guidance to help you confidently prepare for interviews.

Employment Support

Business Support

Training, funding, and advice to help your business grow. Find resources to build skills and plan for the future. Explore services to support you at every stage, from start-up to growth.

Business

Community Learning

Courses designed for adults aged 19+ to develop new interests, build confidence and increase their skills, knowledge, and employability.

Community learning

Link to information about SEND and extra support

Supported Employment

If you or someone you know needs extra support, we can help with job opportunities, training programs, and supported employment. Including SEND and NEET

Supported Employment

Image of hands holding a piggy bank. Links to more information about financial support

Funding Support

Find funding to help with your education, training, and career. Look for grants, scholarships, and financial aid to reach your goals.

Funding Support

Skills Options

Explore ways to improve your skills, such as Skills Bootcamps, Higher Education, and Apprenticeships. Whether you’re starting a new career or getting better at your current one, we have options to help you

Skills Options