Commission a Digital Skills Programme
Commissioning a Digital Gum programme is straightforward.
We have been working with local authorities, councils, combined authorities, job centres, growth hubs, and business support organisations since 2014. This page explains who we work with, what commissioning involves, and what to expect from delivery and reporting.
Who We Work With
We work with any public sector, third sector, or partnership organisation that funds employment or business growth support. We are not a large training provider — we are a small, specialist organisation and we work with commissioners who want a genuine partnership, honest communication, and real outcomes data.
Organisations we work with include:
Local authority economic development teams
Council employment support teams
Combined authority skills and employment teams
Jobcentre Plus and DWP partnership programmes
Third sector employability organisations
We deliver across South West England (North Devon, Mid Devon, Somerset, Wiltshire, Dorset, Bristol, Gloucestershire) and South East England (Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey, Oxfordshire).
Our Two Programmes
Employability Programme — for unemployed adults aged 19 and over
A 5-week in-person programme that rebuilds confidence and digital skills for unemployed adults. Participants work in small teams on a real project for a local charity, developing teamwork, communication, and digital literacy alongside the belief that they can succeed in work. Maximum 12 participants. Twice weekly, approximately 30 hours total.
Small Business Programme — for self-employed people and business starters
A 5-week in-person digital marketing programme for sole traders, freelancers, and new business owners. Covers website building, SEO, social media, content creation, and email marketing. Participants leave with a working digital marketing foundation and a growth plan. Maximum 12 participants. Twice weekly, approximately 30 hours total.
The Commissioning Process
Initial conversation — discuss your context, participant profile, and outcomes requirements. Free, no obligation, 30-45 minutes.
Proposal — written document covering programme structure, delivery timeline, outcomes framework, and pricing.
Contract — we work within your standard commissioning contract or provide a simple service agreement.
Setup — allow 6-12 weeks. Covers participant recruitment support, venue confirmation, charity partner engagement, and materials preparation.
Delivery — twice-weekly sessions for five weeks with regular progress updates throughout.
Evaluation — full outcomes report at cohort close plus 6-month follow-up on employment or business outcomes.
Commissioning Options
Single cohort
One cohort of up to 12 participants. Pilot approach to test delivery. Lower initial investment.
Cohort series
Three to four cohorts per year. Creates a continuous local presence and builds a community of programme alumni. Volume pricing available.
Partnership programme
Co-designed with your existing employment or business support ecosystem. Integrated with your referral pathways and reporting frameworks.
What's Included?
30 hours of instruction per participant
All materials and software access
Pre and post assessments
CV and job search support
Instructor references
Progress reporting
Outcomes tracking (12 months)
What's Not Included:
Participant travel costs
Ongoing employment support beyond programme
Job placement guarantees
DBS checks (if required by funder)
