Employment & Skills Support Somerset

FSB South West

FSB near you

One of the unique benefits of joining FSB is the local support we provide to our members through our team of dedicated staff and volunteers located in every region across the UK.

Living and working locally ensures they are not only part of the local business community but also understand the unique issues facing small businesses in each part of the country. We meet business owners, council leaders, MPs and many other stakeholders on a daily basis to ensure the voice of small businesses is represented in your town or city. Equally important, our local teams also organise events, seminars and exhibitions to allow business owners to develop strong local networks within their communities.

Website: Visit FSB South West website

Federation of Small Businesses

FSB is the UK’s leading membership organisation for small businesses and the self-employed. With us by your side, you can do what you do best even better.

Website: Visit Federation of Small Businesses website

Find a Chamber – British Chambers of Commerce

Whether you’re a business looking to expand your network, access support, or grow your presence in the UK and beyond, our extensive network of Chambers is here to help.

Website: Visit Find a Chamber – British Chambers of Commerce website

Get Somerset Working

What is Get Somerset Working?

Get Somerset Working is Somerset’s local strategy to reduce economic inactivity and foster a more inclusive and resilient labour market. It presents a bold, collaborative framework aimed at creating opportunities for all residents to access quality employment, overcome challenges such as poor health or caring responsibilities, and contribute to a fairer, more prosperous Somerset.

Connect to Work is a key funded workstream within this initiative, offering intensive, tailored employment support to individuals facing significant barriers to entering the workforce.

Website: Visit Get Somerset Working website

Apprenticeship Levy Transfers

Skill Up Somerset are working with some local large employers who are willing to transfer their levy to smaller local employers, subject to certain criteria.

Email: Email Apprenticeship Levy Transfers

Website: Visit Apprenticeship Levy Transfers website

Somerset Business Agency (SBA)

SBA CIC // Enterprise
Take initiative. Lead a programme. Level-up your business leadership. We’re here to support start up owners, existing businesses and employees in reaching for the stars.

SBA CIC // Education
We work with schools and other education establishments to deliver enterprising training, preparing students for the world of business. We also offer a range of courses, for those looking to upgrade their skills.

SBA CIC // Employment
The world of work just got more accessible. Build your confidence and get yourself employment-ready with our expert career guidance and skill development.

Email: Email Somerset Business Agency (SBA)

Website: Visit Somerset Business Agency (SBA) website

Employer-led Skills Bootcamps

Employer-led Skills Bootcamps help businesses in Somerset and Dorset. They are for any business that wants to teach their current staff new skills or find new employees with special skills.

View approved Skill bootcamps

Email: Email Employer-led Skills Bootcamps

Website: Visit Employer-led Skills Bootcamps website

Community Employment Hubs

The Employment Hubs are a free employment support service covering Taunton, West Somerset, Wellington, Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea.

Website: Visit Community Employment Hubs website

Business Skills Sorted

We provide a directory called Business Skills Sorted to help businesses find training and education options.

Email: Email Business Skills Sorted

Website: Visit Business Skills Sorted website

Somerset Business Mentoring

This programme is designed to help Somerset’s small and medium (SME) businesses learn from our experienced business leaders and serial entrepreneurs. They will share their knowledge on accelerating business development, making better strategic decisions, being more productive and ultimately growing your business.