Tay Cities Skills Funding

In today’s competitive business environment, success depends on investing in your most valuable resource—your people. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Tay Cities region, the Tay Cities SME Skills Fund provides an excellent opportunity to strengthen your workforce. Backed by the Tay Cities Deal, this initiative offers a £5,000 grant to local businesses, enabling them to upskill or reskill their teams through tailored training programmes delivered by regional academic institutions, including Fife College.

This fund goes beyond financial support; it represents a strategic commitment to your company’s future. By focusing on workforce development, the Tay Cities SME Skills Fund helps to improve employee experience, encourage professional growth, and support talent retention—key factors in ensuring long-term success in a constantly evolving market.

How Can Your Business Benefit? 

     Training opportunities: The £5,000 grant can be used for a variety of training opportunities provided by regional partners. Whether your business needs to build on existing skills or introduce new ones specific to your sector, the fund supports training solutions tailored to meet your requirements. Additionally, bespoke training can be developed to address the unique challenges of your organisation, ensuring that your team is well-prepared to succeed.

Network: Beyond training, the fund connects you with a wide network of business support partners, offering access to a wealth of resources within the Tay Cities business ecosystem. This collaborative approach provides comprehensive support for your business that extends beyond skills development.

Eligibility and Application Process

To be eligible for the Tay Cities SME Skills Fund, your business must be based in the Tay Cities region and employ fewer than 250 people. The application process is straightforward, designed to assess your specific training needs and match them with the right training provider.

Steps to Apply 

Step One - Contact Fife College, here: Schedule a meeting to discuss your training needs.

Step Two - Training Needs Analysis: Take part in a free assessment to identify skills gaps in your organisation.

Step Three - Programme Identification: Select the training programme that aligns with your business objectives based on the analysis.

Step Four – Training Delivery: Training delivered!