GoodPeople’s Net Zero Careers and the MCS Foundation have teamed-up to launch a new AI retrofit careers tool to help job seekers and career changers find relevant retrofit jobs and training across London, Surrey and Hertfordshire. Job seekers are asked to complete a short form here and they will receive tailored job matches straight to their inbox within a few minutes. Any questions, please reach out to bryony@goodpeople.co.uk
New Inclusive Talent job brokerage launches
THE GLA has commissioned GoodPeople to deliver the Mayor of London’s Inclusive Talent Brokerage – a service designed to help employers access diverse London talent, address skills gaps, and support inclusive employment. Free and quick to join, employers can share live vacancies on goodwork.london, access pre-screened candidates through trusted community-based organisations, benefit from GLA-supported routes to meeting social value and ESG goals, and receive invitations to events and talent showcases. Click here to register or email Bryony at bryony@goodpeople.co.uk for more information.
FIND YOUR FUTURE – Green Skills & Construction: Jobs & Training Fair on 12th March
Explore career opportunities in West London’s growing green skills and construction sectors! Connect with employers who are actively hiring and discover training courses from local colleges to help you build a successful career. It’s FREE to attend!
FIND YOUR FUTURE – Green Skills & Construction: Jobs & Training Fair will be on Thursday 12 March 2026 at the West London Retail Skills Hub, Level 1 (next to John Lewis), Westfield Shopping Centre, London W12 7GF
The event flyer is available here.
By attending, you’ll be able to:
- Meet local employers: Find real opportunities with leading companies in West London.
- Discuss your career path: Get advice on building your future in green skills and construction.
- Attend presentations on what employers look for: Improve your CV, job applications and interview skills.
Inclusive Talent Strategy for London launched
HE GLA and London Councils have launched their Inclusive Talent Strategy which sets out how the London Growth Plan will be implemented. The strategy marks a major shift by the GLA – putting employers in the driving seat. Its overarching aim is to better to equip Londoners with the skills required for quality jobs in key growth sectors including Construction, Creative Industries and Life Sciences.
At the launch on 23rd October, the GLA made several announcements including:
- A new funding opportunity to support skills development and job creation.
- The establishment of employer-led Sector Talent Boards and pan London Sector Hubs.
- The launch of a ‘Get London Working Plan’.
Sector Talent Boards
Businesses with strong sector networks can apply for up to £360,000 to set up a Sector Talent Board and a pan London Sector Hub in the Construction & Built Environment, Creative Industries, or Life Sciences. These employer-led boards will shape training and career pathways aligned with market needs. Organisations can apply individually or as part of a consortium. Download the prospectus here. (Scroll down the page to locate).
London Talent Pathways – new funding opportunity
The GLA has launched a new fund, London Talent Pathways to shape vocational training and strengthen partnerships between employers and training providers in priority sectors. Market warming webinars are scheduled for 3rd & 5th of November. Full details here. Applications close on 8th December.
Get London Working Plan
THE GLA has also launched a Get London Working Plan as part of the wider national Get Britain Working white paper. Developed in partnership with the NHS, jobcentres and London Councils, the plan outlines how Londoners can assess support to return to the labour market. Download the plan here. (Scroll down to near the bottom of the page).
Build the Future….Come and visit our jobs fair on 6 November!
WE’VE PARTNERED again with the Net Zero Careers Accelerator and GoodPeople to host an event focused on jobs in sustainable construction & energy efficiency.
The event takes place on Thursday 6 November at Westfield Shopping Centre in Shepherds Bush, from 10am-1pm. The jobs fair is open to jobseekers, students, and career changers looking to to meet with employers & training providers, and learn more about opportunities in sustainable construction, energy efficiency, and the wider green sector.
What to expect:
- Meet employers with live job vacancies to fill
- Get help with CV writing, job hunting and interview skills
- Discover careers in green and sustainable construction
The event flyer is available here.
Employers with job vacancies interested in taking part click here.
Jobseekers who would like to attend must register in advance here.
West London Green Skills & Construction Prospectus Launched
WEST LONDON’S leading colleges and training providers have joined forces to launch the 2025–2026 West London Green Skills & Construction Prospectus — a user-friendly online guide designed to help residents explore careers in two of the region’s fastest-growing sectors. The prospectus showcases the high-quality teaching and state-of-the-art facilities available across West London and features a wide range of training courses and qualifications, from entry level to advanced. It also includes direct links to adult education services across the seven West London boroughs. With colleges and training providers preparing to open their doors for autumn enrolment, now is the ideal time to explore what’s on offer.
Top 5 tips for successfully enrolling into college
AUTUMN ENROLMENT is just around the corner. Whether you’re looking to learn new skills, start a new career, or continue your education, here are five simple tips to help you prepare and make the most of the enrolment process at your local college or training provider
- Do your research: Explore the courses available, check for the entry requirements, course content, duration, and the qualifications you’ll gain at the end. Make sure the course aligns with your goals.
- Attend open days or information sessions: Many training providers offer open days, virtual Q&As, or classroom tours. These are great opportunities to ask questions, meet staff, and get a real sense of the learning environment.
- Get your documents ready: You may need to provide proof of ID, previous qualifications, visa status, and details of income or benefits. Check what’s required ahead of time and gather everything you need to bring—this will help avoid delays.
- Arrive early to enrolment sessions: Popular courses can fill up quickly. Apply as soon as you’ve chosen your course and try to arrive early during the enrolment period to secure your place.
- Ask for support if you need it: Colleges and training providers have friendly staff ready to help with applications, funding, learning support, and career advice. Don’t hesitate to reach out—they’re there to help you succeed.
Now’s the perfect time to visit your local college or training provider’s website to check out their enrolment dates, explore what’s on offer and find out how to apply.
Have Your Say: ‘Inclusive Talent Strategy’ Consultation now open
THE MAYOR of London and London Councils have launched a consultation on the Inclusive Talent Strategy—a city-wide workforce plan to help Londoners access the skills needed for quality jobs and to support employers in finding the talent they need. This is one of the key actions from The London Growth Plan.
This written consultation is part of wider engagement activity and is open to:
- skills, training and education providers and representative bodies
- employment support providers
- careers providers
- health and social care providers
- local authorities and Sub-Regional Partnerships
- employer representative bodies
- government bodies and departments
- community organisations / voluntary and community sector organisations
- charities and non-governmental organisations
- research organisations
- trade unions.
The consultation closes on Thursday 17 July 2025 at 11.59pm.
Please do share with your networks to ensure a diverse range of responses!
Visit our green jobs and sustainable construction careers fair on 17 July!
WE’VE PARTNERED with the Net Zero Careers Accelerator to host a job fair focused on green skills and sustainable construction. Taking place on Thursday 17 July at Westfield Shopping Centre in Shepherds Bush, the event is open to jobseekers, students, and career changers looking to connect with employers.
At the event you will find:
- Employers with live job vacancies
- Support with CVs, interviews, and job applications
- Information on careers in green and sustainable construction
The event flyer is available here.
Employers with job vacancies interested in taking part click here. Jobseekers who would like to attend must register in advance here.
Retrofit careers house now open for viewings
A 3D interactive Retrofit Careers House, launched by the South London Partnership, is now live and open to explore. This easy-to-use resource illustrates the range of skills and trade roles involved in domestic retrofit – a fast-growing career sector focused on improving the energy efficiency of homes to make them warmer, reduce energy bills and cut carbon emissions.
The retrofit sector is experiencing a surge in job vacancies, driven by the nation’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The challenge of retrofitting the nation’s housing stock – over 27 million homes is to say the least, monumental.
Three Retrofit organisations to keep an eye on:
