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WTPN – The No1 training provider network in the West of England
Our Services

Post 16 Education and Training Provider Support Network
Do you want to be part of a thriving network and hear the latest news and funding opportunities, be connected and represented with local and national govt initiatives (DfE, Ofsted, West of England Combined authority, Local authorities), network with peers, get access to CPD sessions for your teams, facilitated by experts? All of this and more is available as a member of the Western Training Provider Network, a respected ‘not for profit’ running since 2004, supporting providers to successfully deliver skills and training opportunities to students, residents, businesses in the West of England region

Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Service for Large & Small Businesses
Are you a large employer with unspent apprenticeship levy that is headed to the treasury but would rather make a difference gifting some of it locally to support the Apprenticeship eco system, small businesses and local residents? Want to do something different and impactful with CSR? We can support you with expert guidance and help you find deserving causes. It’s a fully funded (free) impartial service, sponsored by the West of England Combined Authority Small businesses – need help with funding apprenticeship training costs?  We can help you source generous donors.
Impartial Apprenticeship Support for Small & Medium Sized Businesses
Ever wanted to grow your business with talent, or upskill existing staff and keep them a lot longer, but worry it takes too much time and resource to navigate a confusing eco-system? Utilising apprenticeships as a proven vehicle to develop teams, our trusted expert team (and network of apprenticeship providers) can support you with a tailored package of support. It's all fully funded, it's impartial and it works around you and your busy day.