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Quack Recruitment and Training secures £1.5M contract to upskill West Midlands workforce

Quack Recruitment & Training is proud to announce its latest £1.5 million funding award to deliver accelerated skills training across the West Midlands.

By contributor Dion Bishop
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Quack Recruitment & Training Tutor, John, teaching basics of Wall Building.
Quack Recruitment & Training Tutor, John, teaching basics of Wall Building.

This initiative will provide fully funded training opportunities for unemployed individuals, helping them gain industry-recognised qualifications in retrofit, construction, and other high-demand sectors - with no prior experience needed.

This major contract win will play a key role in bridging the skills gap, ensuring local businesses have access to skilled, job-ready candidates, while giving jobseekers the qualifications and hands-on experience they need to start well-paid, sustainable careers.

What this means for learners:

Quack Recruitment & Training Tutor, John, teaching site Health & Safety Rules.
Quack Recruitment & Training Tutor, John, teaching site Health & Safety Rules.
  • Free training & qualifications - fully funded, no cost to learners
  • Gain skills in construction, retrofit, and energy-efficient housing solutions
  • Hands-on experience to prepare for real job opportunities
  • Pathways into well-paid roles, with salaries starting from £30,000+
  • Industry-recognised certifications & support with employment
Quack Recruitment & Training Logo
Quack Recruitment & Training Logo

Dion Bishop, Operations & Commercial Director at Quack Recruitment & Training, commented: "This funding is a game-changer. We’re offering people across the West Midlands a real chance to get into stable, high-paying jobs in industries that need workers. We work closely with employers to make sure our training leads directly to employment - so this isn’t just about getting a qualification; it’s about getting a career."

What this means for employers:

  • Access to a pipeline of newly trained, skilled workers
  • Cost-effective recruitment—hire job-ready staff with no training costs
  • Support in filling urgent workforce shortages in construction & retrofit
  • Upskilling opportunities for existing employees
  • Partner with a trusted training provider to boost workforce development

A boost for local industry & economy

This initiative aligns with the UK’s net-zero targets and the West Midlands Combined Authority’s goal of creating a skilled, sustainable workforce. By equipping individuals with the right skills, this programme will help reduce unemployment, support local businesses, and build a greener, more energy-efficient future.

Get involved

Learners: Secure your free place now - no experience required.

Employers: Partner with us to find skilled workers for your business.

For more information, visit Quack Recruitment & Training’s website or contact us on 0333 577 0036.

Building the workforce of the future - today.

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