There’s big news for businesses and residents in Acton and across the wider Ealing borough!
Following the adoption of the Ealing Jobs and Skills Strategy, and aligned with national and London-wide growth plans, Ealing Council has just announced two new major initiatives. These programmes are specifically designed to strengthen our local economy and better connect our residents with quality employment, training, and skills development.
The core goal is simple: to make sure local talent matches the evolving needs of businesses, while ensuring Ealing residents have the support they need to secure good jobs.
Here are the details on how businesses can get involved and how residents will benefit:
1. The Ealing Borough Apprenticeship Scheme
This initiative is aimed squarely at supporting apprenticeship levy-paying businesses and organisations in the borough.
Ealing Council will provide a comprehensive support package to ensure apprentices are set up for success and can deliver real, measurable value to your business from day one. Unlike standard apprenticeship providers, this scheme puts your business needs first, helping apprentices flourish and commit to completing the programme.
- To find out more: Click here for the scheme details, or email apprenticeships@ealing.gov.uk
2. Ealing Schools Work Experience Programme
Whether you are a large corporation, a small high-street shop, or a sole trader in Acton, the Council wants to help you connect with the next generation.
This programme is a fantastic opportunity to provide meaningful work experience to high school students, inspiring future careers within your industry.
If you are a sole trader, micro, or small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), don’t worry! The Council will work with you to design a tailored menu of activities that suits your capacity. This could include:
- Jointly delivering career talks or webinars with fellow small businesses.
- Offering mentoring opportunities.
- Setting up project-based tasks.
The Council promises to support you every step of the way to make this a valuable experience for both your business and the students.
- To find out more: Click here for programme details, or email schoolsworkexperience@ealing.gov.uk
These initiatives represent a major commitment by Ealing Council to invest in our local workforce and business community. If you are an employer, this is an excellent opportunity to shape future talent. If you are a resident, this means more pathways into rewarding careers right here in West London.
The initiatives align with the principles of the National Industrial Strategy and the London Growth Plan. Contact details for Ealing Council are: Perceval House, 14-16 Uxbridge Road, London W5 2HL, Tel 020 8825 5000.