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A post by Skills for Security. To combat the well documented skills shortage, workforce development in the security and fire safety sector will continue to be shaped by the need to combine practical experience with structured learning on a hybrid basis. Apprenticeships play a vital role in this process, offering employees a pathway to gain […]

Skills for Security is supporting the new Next Gen Network, helping early-career professionals connect and grow within the industry.

A post by Skills for Security. The Skills for Security Careers Fair is back in 2026, bringing together employers, industry brands and career seekers to address the ongoing shortage of skilled professionals in the fire and security sector. The fair will take place on Thursday 26 March 2026, from 9.30am to 1.30pm at Birmingham City […]

A guest post by AddSecure, a Skills for Security Sponsor. The security and alarm industry The UK faces an ongoing skills shortage and the security and alarm industry is no exception. Reports from the BSIA suggest that over 30,000 more alarm engineers are needed to meet ongoing sector demand. However, in order to meet the […]

A simple guide for employers looking to hire their first fire and security apprentice, with support at every stage.

A post by Skills for Security. Apprenticeship participation across England continued to grow in 2025, reflecting a broader shift toward advanced technical and professional training. During the first three quarters of the 2024/25 academic year, starts increased by 2% to 284,190, while degree-level apprenticeships at Levels 6 and 7 rose by 13% to 49,780. These […]

A post by Skills for Security. As the fire and security industry continues to evolve, many leading organisations are recognising the importance of accessible learning to keep their teams ahead. Kings Secure Technologies (KST) are the latest company to embrace this approach, partnering with Skills for Security to implement Skills On-Demand throughout their organisation. This […]

A post by Skills for Security. Supporting Veterans into Fire & Security Careers Honeywell, a long-standing partner of Skills for Security, is proud to welcome 8 exceptional veterans into the Honeywell Fire and Security Apprentice Training Programme. These individuals bring a wealth of transferable skills from their military service – many of which are often […]

A post by Skills for Security. After two successful weeks exhibiting at the School and College Leaver Festivals in Birmingham and London, we’ve wrapped up our final day in the capital and taken the opportunity to reflect on the value these events bring to training providers like Skills for Security. In Birmingham, we were able […]

A post by Skills for Security. Skills for Security has partnered with C-TEC to strengthen the training opportunities for apprentice fire and security technicians through greater access to current technologies and direct engagement with industry expertise. C-TEC’s involvement will include providing equipment for training, technical resources and the expertise of its engineering and product development […]

A post by Skills for Security. Skills for Security, the UK’s leading fire and security apprenticeship training provider, is proud to welcome Axis Communications as its latest Platinum Sponsor, with an aim to focus on practical skills development and raising professional standards. This new partnership highlights Axis’ commitment to raising the bar in training, skills […]

A post by Skills for Security. The fire and security industry continues to grow rapidly, with an increasing demand for skilled engineers. At Skills for Security, we’re proud to play a key role in closing the skills gap by training and supporting the next generation of professionals entering the industry. Meet Abraham We recently caught […]