Holistic work based learning

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Building skills, developing people, strengthening organisations

As an approved apprenticeship provider, we design and deliver end-to-end apprenticeship programmes alongside tailored training to upskill existing teams. Everything we do is shaped around our clients’ values, ensuring learning is relevant, practical and impactful.

At Skern Skills, we create opportunities for people to grow—combining real-world experience with transformative learning that drives confidence, capability and long-term success.

Agile blending of training and business

Operating nationally, our experienced team offer high quality apprenticeship training, bespoke to each employer, ensuring an apprentice attains the knowledge, skills & behaviours required to succeed & continue development within the workplace.

In an evolving marketplace, we understand the importance of aligning high-quality apprenticeship training with real business needs. Our programmes are designed for the future, developed in partnership with employers and delivered through expert training, strong learner support, effective management systems, and hands-on, experiential learning.

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Our expert team

Skern Skills Director
Alex Coyle

Skern Skills Director

Skern Executive Director
Richard Thomas

Skern Executive Director

Head of Operational Delivery
Roger Clarke

Head of Operational Delivery

Head of Development Training
Andy Webb

Head of Development Training

Head of Brand and Marketing
Harriet Appleyard

Head of Brand and Marketing

Lead Apprenticeship Trainer - Hospitality, Business & Admin
Desmond Squire

Lead Apprenticeship Trainer - Hospitality, Business & Admin

Apprenticeship Trainer - Outdoor Education
Matt Morgan

Apprenticeship Trainer - Outdoor Education

Safeguarding and safety

In line with industry, licensing and insurance requirements, every team member is fully qualified in the activities for which they are deployed, enhanced DBS checked, and are trained in safeguarding. All risk assessments are available via an online portal which is shared when required.

Report a safeguarding or health & safety concern

Our locations hold numerous nationally recognised endorsements including

  • Paddle UK
  • Royal Yachting Association Adventure Mark
  • licences issued by the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority (AALA).

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Talk to us

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