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WorldSkills UK We are an independent charity and a partnership between employers, education and governments.

Together, we are using international best practice to raise standards in apprenticeships and technical education so more young people and employers succeed. We’re a proud member of WorldSkills, a global movement of over 80 countries. WorldSkills supports young people across the world via competitions-based training, assessment and benchmarking, with members’ national teams ultimately testing their ability to achieve world-class standards in the biennial ‘skills olympics’. The insights we gain from training as part of this global network helps us raise standards across the UK. We inspire young people, whatever their background, to choose high-quality apprenticeships and technical education as a prestigious career route. We develop educators, by sharing international best practice, to deliver high-quality training and assessment. We innovate to help employers by benchmarking with skills systems from across the world to inform policy and practice, ensuring high-quality skills and boosting the UK economy.

Join us for our final Champion Connect online session!Champion Connect brings together WorldSkills UK Skills Champions a...
21/10/2026

Join us for our final Champion Connect online session!

Champion Connect brings together WorldSkills UK Skills Champions and current National Finalists to share experiences, gain valuable insights and get competition ready.

Join us online on Wednesday 4 November, from 13:30–14:30, for an inspiring session exploring how skills competitions can support personal and professional growth, build confidence and open doors to future career opportunities.

Hear from Skills Champions who are excelling in their careers following their competition experiences:
- Tom – Electrical Installation National Finalist and Assistant Training Manager
- Dan – Digital Construction Gold Medallist at the National Finals and Assistant Training Manager
- Tonicha – Laboratory Technician, Medallion for Excellence recipient at WorldSkills Kazan

Discover how to make the most of your competition experience, celebrate your achievements and turn every outcome into a stepping stone towards future success.

Sign up for free here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zh3XH0

Experience skills excellence at the WorldSkills UK National Finals!Join us for the Competition Showcase and enjoy an imm...
21/10/2026

Experience skills excellence at the WorldSkills UK National Finals!

Join us for the Competition Showcase and enjoy an immersive afternoon exploring the talent, technology and innovation driving skills excellence across the UK.

Wednesday 18 | 13:00–16:00
Location: Bridgend College, Pencoed Campus, Pencoed, CF35 5LG

Discover what goes into delivering the UK’s national skills competitions through competition tours, interactive experiences and insights from the employers, partners and experts making it all happen.

A fantastic opportunity to see skills excellence in action, celebrate emerging talent and explore how industry collaboration is shaping the future of skills.

Spaces are limited. You can find all the information on how to register here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zgHFm0

Yesterday was a special day celebrating Team UK at the House of Commons!Today, we came together with our competitors, tr...
20/10/2026

Yesterday was a special day celebrating Team UK at the House of Commons!

Today, we came together with our competitors, training managers, partners and supporters to recognise Team UK's outstanding achievements at WorldSkills Shanghai.

It was a fantastic opportunity to reflect on their journey, celebrate their success and recognise the dedication, hard work and support that goes into representing the UK on the international stage.

Team UK's achievements highlight the incredible talent of our young people and the importance of investing in high-quality skills development to drive future economic growth.

A huge thank you to everyone who has played a part in Team UK's journey, especially Pearson, the Official Partner of Team UK, for their continued support.

Congratulations to all our competitors.

Read more about Team UK's success: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zdgdl0

, powered by WorldSkills UK, in partnership with Pearson

19/10/2026

The countdown is on! We're officially less than a month away from the WorldSkills UK National Finals!

In just a few weeks, we'll welcome over 400 talented apprentices and students to Wales as they compete across more than 40 skill disciplines.

Having earned their places through a series of rigorous qualifying stages, our finalists have already demonstrated exceptional technical ability, dedication and determination.

We can't wait to see the UK's brightest emerging talent in action! https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0zblY_0

Join us for our first Centre of Excellence Member Spotlight Session of the academic year on 5 November at 1pm online via...
16/10/2026

Join us for our first Centre of Excellence Member Spotlight Session of the academic year on 5 November at 1pm online via zoom.

We're delighted to welcome Tameside College, who will be sharing insights from their Maker to Mentor innovation project, supported by the WorldSkills UK Innovation Fund.

The project brings together educators, learners and industry professionals to strengthen collaboration between education and industry, enhance technical expertise and create new opportunities for shared professional development.

During the session, Tameside College will share their experiences, the impact of the project and key lessons learned, offering valuable insights into how collaboration can help develop the skills of both educators and industry professionals.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, share ideas and explore innovative approaches to technical education and workforce development.

Register now: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0z697c0

WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence in partnership with specialist awarding organisation

15/10/2026

Earlier this week, Joe Shingler, our Team UK competitor in Bricklaying, was interviewed by BBC Shropshire.

The interview sparked a brilliant discussion on Mark Goodier’s BBC Radio 2 drivetime show about other achievements that deserve a medal!

WorldSkills UK Training Manager Mark Forsyth took the opportunity to call in, share more about Team UK’s incredible success and celebrate the achievement of his competitor, Sam Jones, who won Gold in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning at the Skills Olympics in Shanghai!

A brilliant moment to shine a spotlight on skills excellence and give our talented young people the recognition they deserve!

Read more about Team UK' success: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0z5S_B0

, powered by WorldSkills UK, in partnership with Pearson

Competing at the National Finals can be daunting, and it’s completely normal for your confidence to vary.That’s why we’r...
13/10/2026

Competing at the National Finals can be daunting, and it’s completely normal for your confidence to vary.

That’s why we’re running two Being Your Best online sessions today, giving you the chance to hear from Skills Champions who have experienced the pressures of competition themselves.

Join us at lunchtime from 1:30pm to 2:30pm with Kerris, Chris and Josh.

Or join us this evening from 6:30pm to 7:30pm with Lewis, Kerris and Josh.

They’ll share practical advice on building confidence, overcoming doubts and backing your ability when it matters most.

There will also be time to ask your questions ahead of the National Finals.

Register here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ySv100

How do you back yourself and perform at your best when the pressure is on?On Tuesday 13 October, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm, ...
12/10/2026

How do you back yourself and perform at your best when the pressure is on?

On Tuesday 13 October, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm, join our Being Your Best online session and hear from Skills Champions Lewis, Kerris and Josh as they share their experiences of confidence and competition.

They’ll offer practical advice on managing doubts, building confidence and trusting your skills as you prepare to compete at the National Finals.

Hear from:

Lewis, Medallion for Excellence in Web Technologies, WorldSkills Goyang

Kerris, Silver medallist in Industrial Electronics, National Finals

Josh, Laboratory Technician, National Finals

You’ll also have the chance to ask questions and hear first-hand what helped our Skills Champions perform at their best.

Register here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ySt__0

12/10/2026

Oliver Coombs won BRONZE in Additive Manufacturing at the WorldSkills Finals in Shanghai!

The 20-year-old from Bath, who has a BTEC, works for BIMTek and attends Bath College. Competing as part of Team UK, Oliver demonstrated the cutting-edge technical skills and expertise that UK employers need to drive innovation and growth.

His success on the international stage is a brilliant example of how high-quality technical education and training can develop truly world-class talent.

Congratulations, Oliver! Read Oliver’s journey here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0yRTKr0

, powered by WorldSkills UK, in partnership with Pearson

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