Skills Bootcamps (employer co-funded)
Department for Education
What it funds
Flexible 16-week technical training (digital, engineering, construction, green skills) where employers contribute only 10% (SMEs) or 30% (large) of the cost to upskill existing staff.
Who can apply
England-based employers upskilling existing employees via approved Skills Bootcamp providers; SME contribution 10% of course cost.
Key criteria
- Based in England
How to apply
Engage an approved provider; agree the cohort and co-funding; training delivered flexibly around work.
Evidence you'll need
- Employee details
- Co-funding agreement
Last checked against the official source: 3 Jul 2026. Scheme parameters are set by the funder and can change — verify before applying, or let us do it for you.
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