Education and training services

Tender description

1.1.3. The Services being procured have been separated into 2 multi-provider Lots and contracts will be awarded for each Lot as follows: Lot 1 — Community Learning (CL): Community Learning budget funds a range of flexible courses, usually unaccredited, for adults aged 19 and over. These courses and activities are designed to help people of different ages and backgrounds acquire a new skill, re-connect with learning, pursue an interest, prepare for progression to formal courses and/or learn how to support their children more confidently. Community Learning contributes to wider government policies, including social justice, stronger families, digital engagement, social mobility, inclusive communities, healthy ageing and strengthening civil society. Learning topics can range from personal development, arts, culture and health to family learning, employability and community development. Lot 2 — Adult Skills Budget — The Service will be required to deliver accredited courses to eligible learners. Currently the funding is being targeted at learners who are unemployed and seeking work (Funding subject to change annually by Central Government). The Service aims to fill gaps in provision within the City and to respond to local labour market needs.