Weir Training

What Weir Training does

Weir Training is a privately held UK apprenticeship training provider founded in 2000 and headquartered at Chobham Business Centre in Surrey. The company delivers 11 government-funded apprenticeship standards spanning Levels 2–4 across business administration, customer service, team leading, learning and development, hospitality, supply chain/warehousing, project management, quality, and improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) to employers across South East England — primarily within a 25-mile radius of its Chobham office. Two consecutive Ofsted Grade 1 Outstanding inspections (May 2018 and July 2025) anchor its quality positioning.

The core technology is a blended delivery model combining remote video teaching, monthly on-site workplace visits by Curriculum Specialists, and the OneFile e-portfolio platform (accessible 24/7 via laptop, mobile or tablet), supplemented by the BKSB diagnostic assessment tool. Revenue is drawn primarily from the UK Apprenticeship Levy (used by larger employers via Digital Apprenticeship Service accounts) and from government co-funding where non-Levy employers contribute 5% of qualification cost. An end-to-end apprenticeship recruitment service is provided free to employer partners as an add-on, creating a lead-generation funnel into the training programmes.

The customer base is a long tail of local SMEs across Surrey, Berkshire and Hampshire with a small number of named enterprise and institutional clients including TD SYNNEX and Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust. The company is founder-owned and managed (Director Julie Ridley), holds no disclosed external investment, and has no parent company or subsidiaries. Certification perimeter includes Matrix Standard, Cyber Essentials, Disability Confident Employer, Investors in People Gold, and APAR/RoATP registration — all gating for continued government-funded delivery.

Name

Weir Training

Legal name

Weir Training Limited

Website

https://weirtraining.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Weir Training is a UK apprenticeship training provider founded in 2000, delivering 11 government-funded apprenticeship standards across business administration, customer service, hospitality, supply chain, and other sectors to employers in South East England via a blended remote and on-site delivery model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Apprenticeship Training

NAICS

Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Training Delivery Providers (In-Person, Virtual, Train-the-Trainer) (BPACANAM)

Keywords

• Apprenticeship training
• Vocational education
• Workforce development
• Employer training
• Government funded training

Headquarters

HQ city

Surrey

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Government Funded Apprenticeship Training: Weir Training receives government funding to deliver apprenticeship training. For non-Levy employers, the government funds the majority of training costs with employers contributing 5% of qualification cost. For Levy employers, funds from their Digital Apprenticeship Service account are used to pay for apprenticeship training and assessment.
2. Apprenticeship Recruitment Services: Free recruitment service for employers to find and place apprentices. Weir Training manages all end-to-end recruitment for apprenticeship vacancies on behalf of employers, including advertising on National Apprenticeship Service vacancy system, processing applications, conducting eligibility checks, and coordinating interviews.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Weir Training is an independent apprenticeship training provider delivering 11 nationally recognised apprenticeship standards at Levels 2-5 across business administration, customer service, hospitality, learning and development, quality, project management, improvement, and supply chain warehousing. Programmes are delivered through a blended model combining remote video coaching with monthly on-site workplace visits, supported by the OneFile e-portfolio platform, and are primarily funded via the UK Apprenticeship Levy and government co-funding for non-Levy employers.

Product overview

Weir Training is a vocational training provider offering a portfolio of Nationally Recognised Apprenticeship Standards across multiple sectors. The core offering consists of 11 apprenticeship programs spanning Business Administration, Customer Service, Hospitality, Learning and Development, Quality, Project Management, Improvement, and Supply Chain. Programs range from Level 2 (Intermediate) through Level 5 (Higher) apprenticeships. Additionally, Weir Training provides an apprenticeship recruitment service to help employers source and place apprentices. The programs are delivered through a blended model combining remote and face-to-face teaching, supported by an e-portfolio system (OneFile).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship providing customer service training for roles such as Customer Service Advisor, Call Centre Advisor, and Helpdesk Operative. Delivered to employer partners in the South East of England via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Customer Service Specialist Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship for customer service professionals dealing with complex queries, complaints, and escalations. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Business Administrator Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship for administrative roles including Secretaries, Personal Assistants, HR Assistants, Office Administrators, and Project Administrators. Delivered to employer partners in the South East of England via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Team Leader Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship developing supervisory and leadership skills for Team Leaders, Supervisors, and Middle Managers. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Learning and Development Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship for training professionals involved in identifying learning needs, designing training, and evaluating learning outcomes. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Food and Beverage Team Member Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship for hospitality roles including Bar Worker, Restaurant Worker, Cafe Worker, and Hotel Worker. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Hospitality Supervisor Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship for supervising staff and activities within hospitality businesses including bars, restaurants, cafes, and hotels. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Improvement Technician Apprenticeship Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship focusing on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for continuous improvement roles. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Quality Practitioner Apprenticeship Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship for quality assurance professionals developing expertise in quality management systems, auditing, and process improvement. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship developing project management skills including operational plans, change management, and resource management. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship for logistics and warehousing roles handling supply chain operations. Delivered to employer partners via blended on-site and remote coaching.
• Apprenticeship Recruitment Service Free end-to-end recruitment service for apprenticeship vacancies including job advert creation, application processing, telephone screening, remote interviews, and placement support. Provided to employer partners at no additional cost alongside apprenticeship training programmes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 88% of apprentices would recommend Weir Training
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Surrey Careers HubcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Weir Training's Curriculum Specialist & IQA, Matt Hurst supported the Surrey Careers Hub in January 2026 promoting Apprenticeship Opportunities. Partnership involves collaborative work with schools, colleges and employer partners to promote careers education.
• Highfield QualificationscoreOthersAwarding organisation providing nationally recognised apprenticeship qualifications. Part of Weir Training's suite of qualification delivery partners.
• Professional Assessment Ltd (PAL)coreOthersEnd Point Assessment Organisation partner for apprenticeship standards. Works with Weir Training to deliver endpoint assessments for apprentices.
• TQUKcoreOthersAwarding organisation providing nationally recognised apprenticeship qualifications. Part of Weir Training's suite of qualification delivery partners.
• Highfield AssessmentcoreOthersAssessment organisation partner providing assessment services for apprenticeship programmes delivered by Weir Training.
• National Apprenticeship ServicecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWeir Training advertises apprenticeship vacancies on the National Apprenticeship Service online vacancy system which is used by almost half a million people looking for apprenticeship opportunities. This enables employers to access a wide pool of potential apprentices.
• OneFilesupportingTechnology or IntegrationE-portfolio platform provider used by Weir Training for apprentices to track progress, access resources, and manage their learning journey 24/7 via laptop, mobile or tablet.
• Frimley Health NHS Foundation TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmployer partner where Charisse Hardy completed her Business Administrator Apprenticeship. Example of Weir Training's partnership with major NHS trusts to develop workforce skills.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• QA Apprenticeships: A major UK apprenticeship training provider offering programmes in business, digital, IT, and project management, with a similar blended delivery approach and apprenticeship portfolio overlap (Business Administrator, Associate Project Manager, Customer Service).
• Babington: UK-based apprenticeship and professional development provider specialising in business administration, customer service, team leading and management — closely aligned with Weir Training's portfolio and target employer segments.
• Lifetime Training Group: One of the UK's largest independent apprenticeship training providers, delivering programmes across business administration, childcare, healthcare, and active leisure — directly competing with Weir Training for the same Levy and Non-Levy employer buyers in business administration and customer service standards.
• Remit Training: Independent UK apprenticeship provider offering business, care, and management programmes through a blended delivery model, with comparable funding band mix and regional employer engagement approach to Weir Training.
• Skills Training UK: Independent UK training provider focused on business administration, customer service, and management apprenticeships, with similar end-to-end recruitment and Levy advisory services. Competes for the same employer partners in the Midlands and South.
• Learning Curve Group: Multi-sector UK training and apprenticeship provider with significant overlap in business administration, customer service, and management programmes. Listed on AIM, providing a relevant scale and capital-structure benchmark for Weir Training.

Broad incumbents

• Kaplan UK: Large, established UK and international education provider offering apprenticeship programmes alongside broader professional qualifications. Competes with Weir Training for apprenticeship-funded business and management programmes but operates at materially greater scale and breadth.
• City & Guilds: Major UK awarding organisation and training provider offering apprenticeship programmes across multiple sectors. Not a direct apprenticeship deliverer in the same niche but competes for the same employer training budget and provides the qualifications Weir Training's apprentices pursue.

Regional players

• Activate Learning: Further education group with strong South East England presence (Surrey, Berkshire) offering apprenticeships in business, customer service, and management. A direct geographic competitor to Weir Training in its home region.
• East Surrey College (John Ruskin College / Orbital South Colleges): Further education colleges in Surrey and South East England delivering business administration, customer service, and hospitality apprenticeships. Compete with Weir Training for the same regional Levy and Non-Levy employer partners and apprentice candidates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/www.weirtraining.co.uk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/weir-training-ltd

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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