Construction workers living in Brighton & Hove, including self-employed tradespeople, can access funding to support career development through the Local Employment Scheme.
We’re inviting expressions of interest from construction workers and tradespeople for the funding of training or qualifications related to the following priorities:
- health, safety and wellbeing
- business, leadership and management
- transition to net zero
- digital technology
- on-site operations
An expression of interest can be submitted using a simple form without commitment. For more information, including guidance and eligibility, visit our Local Employment Scheme for Construction webpage.
The scheme is funded by Section 106 agreements paid by a developer to mitigate the impact of a development. We are one of the few local authorities offering training and upskilling opportunities funded by Section 106 developer contributions.
Fantastic opportunity
Councillor Emma Daniel, Cabinet member for Children, Families and Youth Services, said: “I encourage all construction workers in Brighton & Hove to take advantage of this fantastic career development opportunity.
“Funding is available to support workers at different stages in their careers across a range of subjects including health, safety and wellbeing, leadership and management and on-site operations.
“By investing in training and qualifications, we can ensure that the city’s construction sector has the skills, knowledge and expertise needed to thrive, both now and in the future.”
Richard, a self-employed trade who previously received funding through the scheme, said: “I was delighted that the Local Employment Scheme for Construction was able to provide funding to enhance my current qualifications and experience to achieve a professional electrical qualification.
“This will enable me to obtain a Gold Card by the end of the year. I would encourage other self-employed trades to find out what support is available for them.”
Section 106 agreements
Section 106 agreements are made to ensure that development in Brighton & Hove will benefit both residents and the existing community.
The agreements are made between developers and our planning service to provide works or financial contributions that will improve the facilities or the infrastructure in the area where the building is taking place.
The level of contributions reflects the type and size of the new development and its impact on the local environment.
