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Early Years: Mayor’s Skills Bootcamp for Londoners

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May 2 2025

    The Mayor of London launches the ‘Skills Bootcamp programme (6 Wave). This initiative provides Londoners with training in high-demand sectors, including Early Years.

    The programme is for adults aged 19 and over and is open to those who are: 

    • looking to enter employment, upskill or change careers
    • full-time or part-time employed
    • self-employed
    • unemployed or returning to work after a break.

    We encourage PVI staff and childminders to get involved! Also please share this information with families as the programme includes opportunities in different sectors families can be interested in such as construction, health, hospitality, and finance.

    For more information on the programme visit Skills Bootcamps for Londoners  

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