Businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire can now access up to £6,000 in grant funding to support staff training, thanks to the return of the Skills Boost 2025–26 programme. Delivered in partnership with Worcestershire Growth Hub, the initiative aims to help organisations upskill their workforce through non-accredited training courses at a reduced cost.
Under the scheme, businesses can claim back 50% of their training costs, up to a maximum of £1,500 per employee and £6,000 per business. The funding is available to organisations of any size, provided the employees live or work in eligible areas within Herefordshire or Worcestershire.
As an approved training provider, the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce is offering a wide range of courses that qualify for this support. Whether you’re developing leadership, digital skills, or operational capabilities, now is the perfect time to invest in your team.
The scheme runs from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, and employers can claim funding on training already completed within this period. Funding is limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis, so early application is strongly advised.
To find out more or to check eligibility, contact the Chamber Training team today at [email protected].