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Gen2

Cumbria's leading training provider of apprenticeships, short courses & higher education programmes. Locations: Workington, Furness, Carlisle.

Gen2 helps people, organisations and economies develop their skills for growth. Gen2 was established in 2000 and specialises in the Engineering, Nuclear, and Manufacturing sectors. In May 2017 Gen2 joined City & Guilds. Gen2 currently operates from 5 training centres across Cumbria, has over 150 employees and continues to grow its geographic and product portfolio. The quality of teaching and learn

ing is paramount, resulting in success rates typically 20% above the national average. We work with 300 national and international clients delivering training programmes from L2 traineeships to L6 degree apprenticeships. Gen2 has 1,450 Apprentices in learning including 300 HE students and delivers c.10,000 delegates days of short course training p/a.

04/09/2026

Gen2 has been recognised as one of the UK’s top-performing training providers for the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

Gen2 has achieved an 82.1% achievement rate, compared with the 75% national average.

It’s a fantastic result and a reflection of the hard work and commitment of our apprentices, employers and Gen2 team.

A huge thank you to everyone who has played a part in our learners' success.

Interested in developing your career through a Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship? Find out more about opportunities with Gen2 at www.gen2.ac.uk

31/08/2026

CCNSG Safety Passport Refresher – Places Still Available

Refresh your essential health and safety knowledge with our CCNSG Safety Passport Refresher course at Gen2 Workington Skills Centre.

CCNSG Safety Passport Refresher
24 September

Designed to refresh key health and safety knowledge for those working on site, helping delegates maintain safe working practices.

Places are still available, book your place today: https://gen2training.arlo.co/w/courses/32-ccnsg-safety-passport/325

29/08/2026

CCNSG Safety Passport in September – Places Still Available

Build essential health and safety knowledge for working in construction and maintenance with our CCNSG Safety Passport course at Gen2 Workington Skills Centre.

CCNSG Safety Passport
14–15 September

Designed for those working in construction and maintenance, helping delegates develop the essential safety knowledge needed to work safely on site.

Places are still available, book your place today: https://gen2training.arlo.co/w/courses/32-ccnsg-safety-passport/325

27/08/2026

Upcoming Health & Safety in September – Spaces Available

Keep your workforce safe, prepared and compliant with our upcoming workplace training courses at Gen2.

IOSH Working Safely
14 September

First Aid at Work
21–23 September

Both courses are designed to provide essential skills and knowledge for a safer workplace.

Places are still available, book your place today: https://gen2training.arlo.co/w/upcoming/

26/08/2026

Limited spaces available for September!

Our fully funded Step in2 Business Admin & Customer Service Programme starts this September at Gen2 Workington Skills Centre.

Build your confidence, develop workplace skills and gain valuable experience to help you progress into an apprenticeship or future job.
You’ll develop skills in:
• Business & Customer Service
• Communication & teamwork
• Problem-solving & employability
• Maths & English qualifications, if needed

Location: Workington
September 2026 – July 2027
Ages 16–18, or 19–24 with an EHCP
No previous experience needed.

Limited spaces available, apply now and take your Step in2 Business Admin & Customer Service: https://applyonline.gen2training.co.uk/vacancies/1426/step-in2-business-admin-customer-service-2026.html

25/08/2026

From Step in2 to a Level 3 Apprenticeship

Elise completed our Step in2 Customer Service & Business Administration Programme, developing practical skills and experience to prepare for the next stage of her career.

Following the programme, Elise has secured a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship with Radiance Energy, putting the skills she gained through Step in2 into practice in a real working environment.

Our September Step in2 programme has limited places available and is designed to support people looking to progress into an apprenticeship or employment.

Interested in taking the next step? Find out more and apply today: https://applyonline.gen2training.co.uk/vacancies/1426/step-in2-business-admin-customer-service-2026.html

24/08/2026

Limited spaces available for September!

Want to kick-start your career in Engineering? Our fully funded Step in2 Apprenticeship Programme is designed to give you the practical skills, qualifications and experience you need to take your next step.

You’ll gain hands-on workshop experience, complete 6 PEO units, develop employability skills and work towards Maths & English qualifications if needed, with valuable work experience alongside local employers.

Location: Workington
September 2026 – July 2027
Ages 16 - 18, or 19-24 with an EHCP
No previous experience needed

Spaces are limited, apply now and take your Step in2 Engineering: https://applyonline.gen2training.co.uk/vacancies/1419/step-in2-engineering-2026.html

19/08/2026

Wherever you’re based, Gen2 can support your Early Years apprenticeship through our online learning options.

Earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification and build your career in Early Years, with support from our team along the way.

Available anywhere in the UK.

Contact our team today to discuss our Early Years apprenticeship opportunities.

www.gen2.ac.uk
01900 701300

17/08/2026

Thinking about taking on an apprentice? Let’s make it happen.

Finding the right people for your business isn’t always easy. Apprenticeships give you the opportunity to bring in new talent, develop the skills your business needs and build your future workforce.

At Gen2, we work with employers throughout the apprenticeship journey, from helping you understand your options and recruit the right apprentice, through to training and supporting them as they develop.

And with apprenticeship training for eligible 16–24-year-olds now 100% government funded, it’s a great time to think about what an apprentice could bring to your team.

Whether you’re looking to recruit your first apprentice or grow an existing programme, talk to our team.

www.gen2.ac.uk
01900 701300

13/08/2026

Results Day is here!

Whatever your results look like today, there’s more than one way to get your career started.

If your plans have changed, you’re not sure what to do next, or you’re ready to get out into the workplace, we still have apprenticeship opportunities available at Gen2.

https://applyonline.gen2training.co.uk/vacancies/vacancy-search-results.aspx

Address

Lillyhall Industrial Estate, Blackwood Rd, Lillyhall
Workington
CA144JW

Opening Hours

Monday	8:15am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:15am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:15am - 5pm
Thursday	8:15am - 5pm
Friday	8:15am - 5pm

Telephone

+441900701300

Website

https://www.gen2.ac.uk/

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