Employer Partnership Framework
From ad hoc contact to strategic partnership
The Employer Partnership Framework is a structured, practical programme designed to help organisations build meaningful, high-impact relationships with employers.
It strengthens curriculum relevance, clarifies progression pathways, and improves learner outcomes into employment.
Who this support is for
- Further education colleges and training providers
- Employability, skills and workforce development teams
- Organisations seeking stronger employer led curriculum alignment
- Providers aligning provision to labour market intelligence and LSIP priorities
What this service includes
A practical, structured approach designed to help organisations move from ad hoc employer contact to sustainable partnership working.
- Employer landscape mapping and insight analysis
- Identification of priority sectors, partners and growth opportunities
- Development of a clear and structured employer engagement strategy
- Advisory board design with governance guidance and terms of reference
- Employer focused messaging and engagement materials
- Staff briefing, coaching and capability development
How the programme is delivered
Delivered as a focused, time bound programme that combines strategic input with practical action to create lasting employer partnerships.
- Structured programme delivered over 6 to 8 weeks
- Blend of facilitated workshops and practical implementation support
- Clear ownership, defined milestones and agreed outcomes
- Practical templates and tools provided to support long term sustainability
Indicative investment
Typical Investment
£8,500 to £14,000 + VAT
The final investment reflects organisational scale, the number of priority sectors, and the level of delivery and support required. Each programme is scoped to ensure it aligns with strategic priorities and delivers measurable impact.
What you gain
- Greater clarity and confidence in employer engagement strategy
- Meaningful partnerships that move beyond one off activity
- Curriculum shaped by real labour market insight
- Clearer progression routes into employment
- A sustainable framework owned by your internal teams
Next steps
If you would like to explore whether this programme is right for your organisation, the next step is a short, no obligation conversation.
We will discuss your context, priorities and what success looks like, before agreeing the most appropriate next step.