About ETS
Shaping the future of
training for employer-driven programmes
Specialising in rail, construction and health and safety training, our employer-driven programmes equip candidates with the right skills and qualifications to step straight into the workforce.
We do more than just training, we build futures.
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Employer-driven rail and construction training - Unlocking skilled talent
Committed to social mobility and inclusivity, we provide second chances to those who need them most. By working with prisons, probation services, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), job centres and other mainstream referral routes, we connect untapped talent with commercial clients. Our approach helps businesses meet their social value targets while building a skilled, diverse and job-ready workforce.
In the community, we work with the DWP, probation, community payback and other career seekers who need training to enter the workplace. In custody, we focus on individuals in the final six months of their sentence and those eligible for Release on Temporary Licence (ROTL). Every candidate is supported and receives detailed information, advice and guidance (IAG) to ensure they are fully prepared for the demands of the industry.
The Challenge
Many employers in the rail and construction industries face ongoing challenges in sourcing skilled, safety-conscious and motivated workers. Traditional recruitment and training methods often leave vacancies unfilled and projects delayed.
The Solution
ETS delivers training in the community in pop-up style training centres and custody settings, equipping candidates with the necessary skills for the construction and rail sectors. Along with compliant health and safety training, our employer-driven programmes provide industry-specific certificates and hands-on experience through simulation environments, practical training and work experience, ensuring candidates are site-ready from day one.
Innovative training solutions require a dedicated commitment to quality and client satisfaction
Proven success - Our unique approach …
The workforce planning cycle ensures that ETS training is aligned with both employer needs and learner outcomes. It begins by analysing sector demand and identifying the skills employers require, then designing training programmes to address those gaps.
Learners are trained and assessed through accredited, hands-on modules before moving into real workplace placements. Feedback from employers and learners then feeds back into the cycle, allowing ETS to continually refine and adapt programmes—creating a sustainable pipeline of skilled, workforce-ready talent.
Fully Trained, Work-Ready Candidates
We specialise in delivering high-quality, employer-led training wherever it is needed. As a fully mobile provider, we can offer training at any location, ensuring accessibility and convenience for our partners. Our expertise lies in engaging with local communities and marginalised groups, guiding them towards successful employment outcomes. We work closely with the DWP, probation services, and prisons to source the best candidates from all backgrounds, helping to build a diverse and skilled workforce.
Our trainers bring industry experience and a deep understanding of various learning styles, ensuring that every candidate is fully prepared for the workplace. Upon completing our programmes, candidates are ready to start work immediately – equipped with all necessary skills, qualifications, site tickets and PPE, eliminating any additional costs or training requirements for employers.
We offer a fully managed service
We offer a fully managed service that seamlessly integrates with our partners’ existing recruitment and social value initiatives. As a free recruitment provider, we supply businesses with job-ready, fully trained staff while supporting responsible hiring practices.
We fully engage with support workers and work coaches to ensure they have a deep understanding of the opportunity they are promoting. We provide a suite of marketing materials and ample time to build a pool of potential candidates.
We then conduct on-site introduction and engagement sessions, where participants are fully immersed in all aspects of the training program and their future career.
We are a team of individuals working together, striving to make meaningful change driven by bold ideas
Lee Johnson
CEO
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Leon Taylor
Lead Trainer and Safeguarding Lead
Abdullah Hussain
Training Coordinator