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Education & training in South West
Public sector contract notices in education & training covering South West, from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder.
Education & training notices in South West
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Invitation to Tender to join the Framework for Education - Alternative Education Provision (AP) in Herefordshire
Herefordshire Council is establishing an open framework for alternative education provision for children and young people without school places, at risk of exclusion, or on medical grounds. Providers can bid for one or more of three lots: education and engagement activities, mentoring, or tuition.
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Open Light Touch Framework for Independent and Alternative Education Support for Children and Young People in Devon
Devon County Council is establishing an open framework to commission independent and alternative education provision for children and young people with SEND and EHCPs. The framework covers pre-16 and post-16 independent placements, and bespoke alternative education packages for reintegration or EOTAS support.
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Carriage of hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods training
DVSA needs training delivery in hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods carriage legislation for Traffic Examiners doing roadside enforcement. The contract covers initial training for around 90 delegates over three years plus annual refresher courses.
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UID 181 - Design training case studies
Historic England wants case studies of good design practice in historic environments to use in online training materials. These should be real-world examples that supplement their existing guidance for a target audience preferring short, practical learning pieces.
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Provision of Leadership & Management Programmes
University of Exeter wants experienced providers to deliver a multi-level leadership and management development pipeline called 'Exeter Leader'. The programmes cover aspiring to senior leaders and include personalised pathways, peer coaching, and mentoring.
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YAS 02 2025_26 C1 Driver Training Framework
Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust is establishing a framework agreement for C1 driver training instruction across multiple regions in England. The framework will be accessed by named Ambulance Trusts.
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Somerset Council Apprenticeship Services Provision
Somerset Council is contracting with one or more providers to deliver apprenticeship programmes funded through the Apprenticeship Levy. Providers will manage delivery of apprenticeships to eligible people.
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Made Smarter South West Adoption Programme
The West of England Combined Authority wants a lead delivery partner to run the Made Smarter South West Adoption Programme across the region. The work includes diagnostic checks, 1:1 digital acceleration sessions, senior leader and digital champion training courses, intensive support, and student internships.
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Foster Carer Training (Live & E-Learning)
Gloucestershire County Council needs a training provider to deliver statutory e-learning and live trainer-led sessions for approximately 750 foster carers over three years, covering core compliance and specialist safeguarding and complex care subjects.
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Transformational Alternative Education Provision for Post-16 Learners in Bristol.
City of Bristol College is seeking a provider to deliver alternative education for post-16 learners not in education, employment or training (NEET). Full details of what is required are in the ITT and specification documents.
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Connect to Work Supported Employment Service in Dorset
BCP and Dorset Councils need providers to deliver supported employment for people with disabilities, health conditions, or employment barriers. The contract has two lots: Individual Placement and Support (IPS) for any eligible participant, and a Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) stream for adults with learning disabilities or complex barriers.
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Community Based Out of School Provision
Cornwall Council is establishing an Approved Provider List for community-based out of school activities. Providers will need to meet a Quality Standards and Monitoring Framework.
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Skills for Growth Light Touch Open Framework
Devon County Council is establishing an open framework for adult skills provision across three lots: Adult Skills Fund and Free Courses for Jobs; Skills Bootcamps; and Future Skills Projects. Providers will be appointed to deliver government-funded training aligned with local employment and economic needs.
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Leadership and Management Development Programme (LMDP) Tender
Somerset Council needs an external training provider or consortium to design and deliver a modular leadership and management development programme for managers at all levels across the council. The programme aims to build capability, consistency, and better team engagement following recent organisational change.
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Re- opening of Alternative Provision, Short Breaks and Early Intervention Framework
Swindon Borough Council is reopening a framework for providers to deliver alternative education, short breaks, and early intervention services for children. This is year two of a four-year framework established in May 2025.
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UKRI-5883 - Semiconductor Talent Award: Management and Recruitment
Innovate UK and DSIT need a delivery partner to recruit and manage domestic undergraduate students for a Semiconductor Talent Award programme in the 2026–2027 academic year. The role covers recruitment, student management, and support throughout the programme.
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National Centre for Arts and Music Education
The Department for Education is seeking a delivery partner to establish and operate a National Centre for Arts and Music Education by September 2026. The centre will work across national, regional and local levels to strengthen arts provision in schools, aligned with upcoming curriculum reforms.
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HC2278 Wiltshire Council Healthy Eating Programme For Educational Settings
Wiltshire Council wants a single provider to deliver a healthy eating and lifestyle programme across early years and primary education settings (nurseries, pre-schools, mainstream primaries, SEND and SEMH bases). The work includes staff training, food policy development, pupil education, cooking skills, parent engagement, and environmental changes to support healthy choices.
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Youth Engagement Programme
Abri seeks high-quality youth engagement providers for young people aged 13-18 across South, South-East, South-West regions and potentially London. The programme delivers structured activities focused on wellbeing, life skills, employability, and diversion from negative behaviours.
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Sensory Garden
Dartmoor Forest Parish Council wants design, construction, and community engagement for a new sensory garden. The space should be therapeutic, accessible, and biodiverse, with planting, paths, seating, water features, and educational signage.
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ITT - E-Learning Training Content - UID 240
Historic England needs e-learning training content covering a comprehensive range of courses for 500 staff users, with capacity for up to 100 additional licences. The contract runs for 2 years with a possible 1-year extension.
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Level 5 & Level 4 Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Housing Management Qualifications
Curo wants a training provider to deliver CIH Level 5 Diplomas and Level 4 Certificates in Housing Management to their senior staff. Delivery should be flexible and start by October 2026.
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YFF - Randomised Control Trial
Cornwall Council is seeking a delivery partner for a 15-month randomised control trial offering pre-employment vocational training to 16–24 year-olds who are NEET. The project is externally funded by the Youth Futures Foundation and will run alongside a control group supported by the existing Youth Engagement Project.
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Provision of an Oral Health Workforce Training Programme - PME
Gloucestershire County Council wants a provider to develop and deliver an oral health training programme for workforces supporting residents at risk of poor oral health. The contract runs for two years from August 2026, with a possible one-year extension.
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CS2455 South West Disagreement Resolution and Mediation Services
Wiltshire Council is leading a joint procurement for independent disagreement resolution and mediation services for SEND (special educational needs and disability) matters across thirteen southwest local authorities. The services cover mediation advice and actual mediation under the Children and Families Act 2014.