Develop the digital skills your business needs – with 90% funding available for SMEs

Whether you're looking to improve productivity, strengthen cyber security, or make better use of AI across your organisation, a new round of Skills Bootcamps offers an affordable way to upskill your workforce this autumn.

Buckinghamshire businesses can access funded training through two specialist programmes: 

AI for Work Buckinghamshire  

Learn how to use AI tools safely and effectively to streamline tasks, improve communications, support decision-making, and increase productivity across your business. 

Cyber Security Skills Bootcamp  

Build practical cyber security knowledge to help protect your organisation, reduce risk, and strengthen resilience against evolving threats. 

The programmes are delivered through a flexible 10-week hybrid learning model, making them suitable for busy professionals alongside their existing role. 

Proven impact for Buckinghamshire employers 

The value of investing in skills development is already being seen by businesses across the county. 

Buckinghamshire-based cyber security specialist Saepio Information Security used Skills Bootcamps to address skills gaps within its workforce and support continued growth. High Wycombe based Saepio was able to provide development opportunities for employees, helping them build new capabilities while supporting the company's long-term ambitions. 

Saepio's experience highlights how Skills Bootcamps can help businesses address skills gaps, support employee development and build the capability needed for future growth. 

Read the full Saepio case study here > 

Who could benefit? 

These Bootcamps are ideal for: 

  • Employees working in administration, operations, HR, finance, marketing, customer service, or project support 
  • Managers and team leaders looking to improve efficiency and team performance 
  • Individuals involved in digital transformation and business improvement projects 
  • Self-employed professionals wanting to work more effectively using AI tools 
  • Small business owners looking to save time and improve business operations 

Funding available 

For eligible SMEs, 90% of the training costs are covered through government funding, making this a cost-effective way to invest in future skills. 

Looking to recruit? 

Skills Bootcamps are not just for existing employees. If you're looking to recruit people with digital, AI, or cyber security skills, we can help connect you with individuals who have completed training and are ready for work. Businesses may also benefit from support through the Youth Jobs Guarantee. 

Eligibility 

Learners must: 

  • Be aged 19 or over 
  • Live or work in Buckinghamshire 

Places for the October cohort are limited. If you'd like to develop digital capabilities within your organisation or discuss recruitment opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. 

Find out more: 

Investing in digital skills today could help your business become more productive, resilient, and ready for future growth. 

Contact our Workforce Skills Team to learn more at [email protected]