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A post by Skills for Security. Skills for Security, the UK’s leading provider of fire and security apprenticeship training, has welcomed EMCS as its newest platinum sponsor, marking a significant step in efforts to strengthen the sector’s future workforce. EMCS, the UK’s largest independent Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC), has a long-standing reputation for reliability, innovation […]

A post by Skills for Security. Skills for Security (SfS), the UK’s largest provider of fire, emergency and security systems apprenticeships, has today confirmed that the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has sold its remaining 49.9% shares in the business. Full ownership of Skills for Security now sits with The Banks Foundation Ltd (TBFL), led […]

A post by Skills for Security. Supporting Inclusion in Apprenticeships: Mohammed’s Story At Skills for Security, we believe training is about more than technical skills. Apprenticeships are about developing people, their confidence, their understanding, and their ability to thrive in diverse workplaces. A huge part of that is creating an environment where every learner feels […]

A post by Skills for Security. Skills for Security, the UK’s leading provider of fire and security apprenticeships, has announced a new sponsorship partnership with Fike, a global leader in fire suppression, explosion protection, and pressure relief solutions. The partnership will enhance the training and development of apprentices across the UK, helping to meet the […]

A post by Skills for Security. Celebrating the Next Generation of Fire & Security Talent We’re thrilled to share that the finalists for the WorldSkills UK 2025 Fire & Security competition have been announced! The WorldSkills UK competition challenges the very best apprentices to demonstrate their technical expertise, precision, and problem-solving skills on a national […]

A post by Skills for Security. As the fire and security sector faces rising demand and a growing skills shortage, Skills for Security has launched a brand-new website designed to make high-quality training more accessible. The UK’s leading fire and security apprenticeship provider has rebuilt its online presence from the ground up as a direct […]

A post by Skills for Security. Engineering Futures: Celebrating Sponsors, Partnerships, and Industry Progress Skills for Security’s Engineering Futures: A Celebration brought together a dedicated network of leaders from across the Fire and Security industry, to highlight the vital partnerships and sponsorships driving real progress in tackling the sector’s most urgent challenges. Now in its […]

A post by Skills for Security. We are proud to announce that we have appointed Gavin Wilson as Head of Sales, reinforcing our commitment to industry development and workforce investment. Bringing nearly 20 years of experience in the security sector, Gavin offers a clear understanding of the industry’s challenges and opportunities. His career spans a […]

A post by Skills for Security. We were proud to host the WorldSkills UK Qualifiers at The Security Event last month. The three-day competition showcased incredible apprentice talent, with each individual competing for a place in the national finals. We recently caught up with two of our apprentices who took part – Joe Jenkins from […]

A post by Skills for Security. Background Dillon, a determined and hardworking learner, embarked on the challenging journey to achieve his Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths. While his determination never wavered, Dillon faced a significant barrier, exam anxiety, which impacted his performance and confidence in formal testing environments. The Challenge Despite a strong understanding […]

A post by Skills for Security. EFT Group, a UK-based fire, security, and electrical services provider, has entered into a sponsorship agreement with Skills for Security, the country’s leading fire and security apprenticeship provider. The partnership aims to enhance training opportunities and practical experience for apprentices entering the sector. Skills for Security collaborates with industry […]

A guest post by Jo Shaer, founder of Lollipop.  The Fire & Security industry is experiencing a critical shortage of skilled engineers. This gap is affecting operations, limiting business growth and, as many are now discovering, even holding back marketing efforts. Whether it’s a local installer or a national provider, companies across the sector are […]