Wirral Works
Whether you’re looking to return to work, change career, learn new skills or simply take a first step after time away from employment, Wirral Works is here to help you move forward at your own pace.
What is Wirral Works?
Wirral Works is Wirral Met College’s new community employability service, designed to help local people gain confidence, build skills and move into sustainable work.
We bring learning into the heart of Wirral’s communities, offering free, flexible courses and direct links to real job opportunities.
Whether you’re looking to return to work, change career, learn new skills or simply take a first step after time away from employment, Wirral Works is here to help you move forward at your own pace.
Who Wirral Works Supports
Wirral Works supports adults across Wirral who want to build skills, improve confidence, and move into sustainable employment. Our programmes are designed to meet people wherever they are - whether you’ve been out of work for a while, are returning after caring responsibilities, or are looking to retrain in a new sector.
We provide practical, flexible learning that fits around life commitments and addresses the challenges people face when returning to work, including limited experience, gaps in qualifications, or confidence barriers. Our courses are suitable for anyone aged 19 and over, regardless of prior qualifications or work history.
Find a Course
Our programmes focus on industries that urgently need workers, sectors where there are plenty of job opportunities. By learning with Wirral Works, you can refresh your skills, unlock your potential, and make a real difference while finding work that values what you have to offer
Our courses are flexible, accessible, and delivered in local venues across Wirral or at one of our five campuses.
Explore Our Courses...
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Can’t find a suitable course right now? Get in touch to find out how we can support you into employment.
Our Community Partners
We work closely with local community organisations, housing associations, and voluntary groups to make learning more accessible. Together, we bring education directly into the heart of communities, supporting people in familiar, welcoming environments.
Our community partners play a key role in:
- Referring residents who could benefit from learning and training opportunities.
- Hosting courses and events in accessible local venues.
- Providing wrap-around support to help people overcome barriers like childcare, transport, or confidence.
We collaborate with a wide range of partners, from libraries and community centres to housing providers and voluntary organisations, ensuring that opportunities reach the people who need them most.
Partner with us!
If you’re a part of a community organisation that would like to find out more about Wirral Works or get involved, please contact: [insert details]
How Employers Can Get Involved
Wirral Works works closely with local businesses to help address skills shortages and fill vacancies in key sectors, including health and social care, construction, digital, green technologies, and more. Partnering with us gives employers access to a pool of motivated, pre-trained candidates, helping to reduce recruitment challenges and save time and resources.
Employers can get involved in a number of ways:
Sector-Based Work Academies (SWAPs): Host short, pre-employment training programmes tailored to your business needs, giving candidates the skills, knowledge, and experience to hit the ground running.
Skills Bootcamps: Support sector-specific intensive courses that equip learners with the practical skills needed for roles in high-demand areas.
Work Experience & Placements: Provide opportunities for learners to gain hands-on experience while identifying potential employees who are ready to join your workforce.
Input into Training Design: Help shape course content to ensure candidates are trained in the skills that matter most to your business.
By collaborating with Wirral Works, employers can fill vacancies faster, develop a pipeline of local talent, and make a tangible impact on the Wirral community by supporting residents into meaningful work.