Skills for Construction
Supporting Londoners to access employment opportunities in construction, the built environment and green skills.

Skills Gap
extra construction workers needed across England by 2029
CITB, CSN 2025-2029
extra workers needed per year in London (2025-29)
CITB, CSN 2025-2029
construction workforce to retire in the next 10 years
Places for People, UK Construction Skills Shortage Report 2025

Diversity
women working in construction (only 3% onsite)
Office of National Statistics, Workforce Data 2025
ethnic minority communities working in construction
GMB, Labour Force Survey 2024
Programme Overview
Our flagship programme addresses London’s critical construction skills shortage by providing comprehensive training pathways from entry level to technical qualifications. With employer-led training hubs and innovative pop-ups across London, we provide hands-on experience with real equipment and industry-recognised certification. Our offer is based on what employers want, and ranges from green skills to plant operation tickets to pre-employment programmes. We target Londoners from diverse backgrounds to make our sector better reflect our city.
For Learners
To find out more and sign up for one of courses, please visit: theskillscentre.co.uk/contact
What You’ll Gain:
- Accredited training and industry-standard certifications
- Hands-on experience at specialist training hubs
- Access to London’s only dedicated plant training facility
- Direct pathways to apprenticeships and employment
- Ongoing support throughout your career journey
- Bespoke programmes including female-only courses
Training Locations
For Business Partners
To find out more about partnering with us on our Skills for Construction programme, please contact: PlacesAcademy@tfl.gov.uk
Partnership Benefits:
- Access to site-ready, motivated talent pipeline
- Training aligned to real industry skills needs
- Support with workforce planning and recruitment
- Embedded commitments through procurement processes
- Joint venture partnership opportunities
- Enhanced diversity and inclusion outcomes

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