An LSIP Project: Creating health and social care apprenticeships in central London
Between April and September 2025, Workwhile was commissioned by Central London Forward to support health and social care SMEs to create new apprenticeships for Londoners.
This formed part of our longer-term work supporting the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) in central London, which also saw us creating apprenticeships across a range of priority sectors.
What we achieved
Who benefited?
- 64% of the apprentices in roles we created are residents of a central London borough
- 77% are female
- 87% are from black, Asian and other minoritised groups
- 32% were not previously in full-time employment
- 80% are now being paid above the London Living Wage
How did we do it?
- Engaged with Skills for Care, borough teams and training providers to reach SMEs
- Held webinars to share information and generate interest
- Supported SMEs throughout the apprenticeship process
- PLUS Delivered DevelopMentor line management training and a Good Work Health Check meeting to boost quality
What next?
We're keen to continue supporting the delivery of LSIPs, in London and beyond. Talk to us about how we can make apprenticeships happen in your area!
We can support your strategic priorities by:
- Supporting increased SME apprenticeship starts in key sectors for your region's growth
- Support SMEs to address key skills shortages – with apprenticeships proven in terms of their return on investment for employers, and wider economic returns
- Create inclusive opportunities for local residents from disadvantaged and marginalised backgrounds to gain in-demand skills
