Partner organisations
Working in partnership with a wide range of organisations, and developing our ability to work effectively with employers, is central to achieving our vision. Our partners include all kinds of learning and training providers, voluntary and community organisations, regional development agencies, local authorities and government departments.
AOSEC supports the development of the further education sector within the south-east, ensuring that the individual local college members are able to play a full part in developing the national education, learning and skills agenda.
Business Link's role is to promote enterprise. The Business Link service provides information, advice and support to SMEs and anyone looking to start a business.
Connexions works with 13 - 19 year-olds, giving practical support and guidance on learning and training, careers, relationships, health and money issues. It also offers advice and guidance to people aged 19 - 25 who have learning difficulties or disabilities.
GOSE represents central government in the south-east. It's role is to promote the effective integration of government policies and programmes at regional and local level.
Jobcentre Plus helps individuals with job hunting and claiming benefits and helps businesses with their recruitment needs.
Learndirect has been developed by the University for Industry (Ufi) to provide accessible high quality post-16 learning for people who have little or nothing in the way of vocational skills and qualifications.
Funded by the LSC, Nextstep is a local advisory service providing face to face advice to adults (20+) on all aspects of learning and work.
As the regional development agency for the South East, SEEDA is responsible for the sustainable economic development and regeneration of the region.
The Assembly was established in 1999 to provide a voice for the south-east. Its members comprise elected councillors and representatives chosen by all areas of our society, from the business world to faith communities and the voluntary sector.
