PUBLIC SECTOR VERTICAL

Empowering the Public Sector with Skills for the Future

Developing talent, enhancing efficiency, and driving transformation in the public sector

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Why Upskilling Matters in the Public Sector

Investing in skills development is crucial for the public sector to adapt, innovate, and deliver meaningful impact. At Babington, we specialise in supporting the NHS, Schools, Central Government, and Local Authorities, equipping professionals with the knowledge, confidence, and capabilities they need to drive efficiency, enhance service delivery, and navigate the evolving demands of their roles. Through high-quality apprenticeships and training, we help organisations build a resilient, future-ready workforce, supporting career growth and strengthening public services for communities across the UK.

50%

of public sector roles face a critical skills shortage by 2025

90%

of public sector leaders consider skills development a top priority

90%

LGA Workforce Survey has indicated 90% of LA’s have at least one capability skills gap

62%

of LA's are looking to increase apprenticeships to support

PUBLIC SECTOR TRAINING SOLUTIONS

Tailored Training for Public Sector Success

At Babington, we are committed to developing better futures by equipping public sector professionals with the critical skills needed to shape high-performing workforces and drive meaningful impact. With a long legacy of working in partnership with public sector organisations, our tailored training provides the expertise required to navigate challenges, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver lasting value to organisations and the communities they serve. With a strong focus on practical application, our programmes empower public sector teams to build future-ready capabilities and achieve long-term success.

Services

Apprenticeships
From Level 2 to Level 7, we design and deliver market-leading apprenticeships.
Professional Qualifications
From AAT to PRINCE2, and Python to CompTIA – explore a wide range of learning programmes available to buy and start today.
Learning Services
For businesses – from workforce planning and analysis to operations and guidance around funded learning routes.

Managed Service Provision
Managing apprenticeship providers with data driven insights, reducing the admin burden and improving outcomes.

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Our clients

Supporting the best

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Our Approach

Learning with a difference

Performance

Ultimately, everything we do is about unlocking potential and enhancing performance within your organisation. Your skills strategy has a direct impact on the ability to grow, move faster, do more for your customers, and stay ahead of the competition.

Personalisation

One size doesn’t fit all. That’s true of the skills needs of your business, and it’s true of your learners. That’s why our training programmes flex and work around the individual – using the latest technology and machine learning to deliver non-linear learning journeys, and giving access to coaches and mentors for one-to-one teaching.

Pathways

We believe in lifelong learning. We also understand that being truly excellent in your field means having more than just professional competency; it’s about having the right mindset to meet change head on, and the ability to communicate and collaborate beyond your own function. All our programmes fit within wider learning pathways: that means you can always take the next step across both professional, technical, and wider personal development.

Contextualisation

Our apprenticeships and learning programmes can always be tailored to fit your industry, and your organisation. We believe that learning is most effective when it’s contextualised, so there’s a strong link between skills and behaviours and your operating environment

Sustainability

If skills are the currency of the future, we believe we should also be mindful of our operating environment, our working practices, and the legacy we create for future generations. Sustainability is a core theme in everything we do; from how Babington itself operates, to the topics we embed within all our learning.

Partnerships

Besides Babington’s own deep expertise, we’re proud to boast some of the most knowledgeable partners out there. From designing learning content, to delivering interactive sessions and accrediting our programmes, you benefit from access to some of the best minds in the business. To name a few: BCS, CIPD, AAT, ACCA, CIMA, Henley Business School, and more.

Performance
Personalisation
Pathways
Contextualisation
Sustainability
Partnerships

Performance

Ultimately, everything we do is about unlocking potential and enhancing performance within your organisation. Your skills strategy has a direct impact on the ability to grow, move faster, do more for your customers, and stay ahead of the competition.

Client Testimonials

What Our Partners Say

We have been thoroughly impressed with the apprenticeship programs facilitated by Babington. Their commitment to nurturing talent and providing high-quality training has significantly contributed to the success of our initiatives. The collaboration has been seamless, and their innovative approach to apprenticeships has consistently met our needs. We highly value our partnership and look forward to continuing our work together.

Abby H

HR Officer | Hertfordshire County Council

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We want to thank the teams at Babington and BT for enabling our people to be part of the BT Group Apprenticeship Fund scheme and further develop our skills.

Jon C

Senior Partnership Executive | Midlands Air Ambulance

We extend our deepest gratitude to BT Group and Babington for their invaluable contributions in supporting the mission of East Kent Mencap and facilitating our business’s progress with the introduction of our new apprentice

Alison S

Business Administration Manager | East Kent Mencap

BT Levy Transfer

Finding Funding To Support Your Business

BT Group, in partnership with Babington, offers a Levy Transfer Service to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), charities, and public sector organisations across England. This initiative allows eligible employers to access funding for apprenticeship training, fostering local talent and promoting economic growth.

To be eligible, organisations must be SMEs, charities, or public sector bodies based in England, committed to supporting apprentices aged 22 and over. Employers must also ensure that all staff, including apprentices, are paid at least the National Living Wage, promoting fair and sustainable employment opportunities.

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