Defence apprenticeship volumes linked to defence-relevant occupations in engineering, advanced manufacturing, digital and construction.
2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners September 2027-August
2028: Implement and refine through delivery September 2028-June
2029: Embed as standard; review annually programme in place to increase employer and provider capacity to deliver defencerelevant apprenticeship s.
Increased starts and completions in Level 2 and 3 apprenticeship s aligned to defence occupations. Improved employer engagement and confidence to recruit apprentices, including SMEs in the supply chain.
ERB Annual Reports
Stronger alignment between apprenticeship offer and models; apprentice numbers; increased SME participation and reduced delivery burden.
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2 Defence 2f Providers in key Defence locations should develop modular short-course provision aligned to defence needs (e.g. systems thinking, security needs, quality assurance, digital tools, compliance etc)
Lincoln College FE Providers HE Providers ITPs Defence Cluster September 2026-August 2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners September 2027-August 2028: Implement and refine through delivery; Short-course offer defined September 2028-June 2029: Embed as standard; review annually
providers, supporting more efficient delivery and tracking.
Flexible, modular short course offer in place aligned to defencespecific skills needs.
Increased upskilling in priority areas (e.g. security, QA, digital tools, compliance). Improved employer access to targeted, responsive training provision. Stronger alignment between short course offer and defence sector demand.
Number of new or adapted modular short courses aligned to defence needs
Number of providers delivering defencerelevant modular provision
Number of employers engaged in course design or validation
Enrolments and completions on defence-aligned short courses
Employer feedback on relevance and responsiveness of provision
ERB Annual Reports
2 Defence
2h Align defence activity with wider LSIP Access and Navigation actions (Theme 6) to ensure employers can quickly identify suitable provision and support.
Lincoln College CATCH Defence Cluster September 2026-August
2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August
2028: Implement agreed actions September 2028-June
2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
Defence activity aligned with wider LSIP Access and Navigation infrastructure. Improved employer and learner access to relevant training and support. Reduced complexity in identifying suitable provision and funding routes.
Evidence of defence activity integrated within Access and Navigation platforms/services
Number of defence SMEs accessing wider LSIP access/navigation tools
Employer feedback on ease of identifying suitable provision and support
Reduction in reported barriers relating to navigation of the skills system
Increased uptake of training, apprenticeships or support via aligned services
Evidence of coordinated delivery across providers, partners and LSIP themes
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4b Explore Gatsby Industry Associates programme. FSB Gatsby Foundation Employers FE Providers HE Providers ERBs
September 2027-August
2028: Deliver work programme; issue outputs/updat es September 2028-June
2029: Embed cadence; report impact and next steps
Reduced tutor vacancies in key sectors. Collaborativel y designed potential phased transition model
Development of a potential phased transition model
Number of potential transition candidates identified
Employer/provider feedback on model viability
Evidence of pilot or initial implementation ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August
2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners
September 2027-August 2028: Implement and refine through delivery
September 2028-June
2029: Embed
Feasibility of Gatsby Industry Associates model understood and applied to local context.
Increased specialist teaching capacity in energyrelevant provision.
Engagement with Gatsby programme / stakeholders
Number of providers and employers involved in exploration
Feasibility or pilot activity identified
Number of industry professionals engaged in teaching support
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4 Energy Industries
4c Design a standard employer skills intelligence reporting template and process covering roles, skills requirements, future workforce demand, apprenticeship cohorts, pay expectations and project pipelines.
ECITB Employers ERBs September 2026-August
2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners September 2027-August 2028: Implement and refine through delivery; Template agreed September 2028-June
2029: Embed as standard;
Pilot the template and the value/impact it supplies to Providers. Assess viability of wider roll-out.
Standardised reporting template and process established across employers and partners.
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B
July 2026 Page | 15 as standard; review annually Stronger employer involvement in curriculum delivery and teaching support. Improved alignment between teaching and current industry practice.
Employer/provider feedback on model relevance ERB Annual Reports
Development and adoption of a standard reporting template and process Number of employers contributing skills intelligence data
Coverage of key data areas (roles, skills, demand, apprenticeships, pay, pipelines)
Evidence of data informing curriculum, planning and
5 Advanced Manufactu ring
5a Raise the profile of local Advanced Manufacturing pathways to ensure they are consistently represented in local Careers Advice and Guidance. Focus on promoting visibility of local employers, technologies and career outcomes, particularly in areas with historically low take-up or high concentrations of Advanced Manufacturing employers.
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B
ERB to appoint lead partner
Greater Lincolnshire Careers Hub, FE Providers
Franklin Sixth Form College Greater Lincolnshire Careers Hub MakeUK
review annually Improved visibility of skills demand, workforce needs and future pipelines. Increased employer participation in structured skills intelligence sharing.
Stronger alignment between provision, apprenticeship s and emerging labour market demand.
September 2026-August
2027: Design approach; secure support; start pilot
September 2027-August
2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate
investment decisions
Employer and provider feedback on usefulness and usability of the template ERB Annual Reports
Franklin to set up an academy and introduce a conference to students and wider Year 10 schools, with a view of raising the profile and careers
Number of CAG materials/resources updated to include Advanced Manufacturing pathways
Number of schools, colleges and partners embedding
July 2026 Page | 16
5
5b Support providers via facilitated roundtables with employers that build on LSIP’s research to review curriculum content and sequencing to ensure technical provision reflects current production methods, equipment and skills needs.
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B
Apprenticeship
Providers, Lincoln College CATCH
FE Providers HE Providers
and refine model; Template agreed September 2028-June 2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review pathways into CAG delivery Learner engagement with Advanced Manufacturing careers content Employer participation in promotion activities (e.g. events, case studies)
Increase in applications/enrolm ents to Advanced Manufacturing provision Improved awareness of local careers among learners (feedback)
ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August
2027: Develop plan; launch first wave/activity; Careers materials
Structured employerprovider dialogue embedded to inform curriculum
Number of roundtables convened and employer/provider participation
Number of courses reviewed and
July 2026 Page | 17
5c Align apprenticeship growth activity to occupations and levels specified as most in need in Annex A to meet expansion targets priority occupations
ERB to appoint lead partner FE Providers HE Providers CATCH
updated September 2027-August
2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine September 2028-June 2029: Embed ongoing comms; report reach/impact design and sequencing. Technical provision better aligned to current industry practices, equipment and skills needs.
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June
Apprenticeshi p growth activity aligned to priority occupations and levels identified in Annex A. Increased delivery of apprenticeship s in highdemand occupations.
Employer feedback on relevance of provision Evidence of alignment with LSIP-identified skills needs
Provider adoption of updated content/sequencing
ERB Annual Reports
Increased employer influence and confidence in the relevance of local provision. curriculum changes identified/impleme nted
Alignment of apprenticeship growth activity to Annex A priority occupations and levels Number/proportion of apprenticeship starts in priority occupations
Provider delivery aligned to identified priority areas
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5 Advanced Manufactu ring
5d Through employer engagement, identify capacity and supervision constraints facing SMEs in hosting T Level placements and share the outcomes with Providers.
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es Improved employer confidence that apprenticeship provision reflects local skills needs.
Franklin Sixth Form College Lincoln College September 2026-August
2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August
2028: Implement agreed actions September 2028-June
2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
Clear, shared understanding of SME capacity and supervision barriers to T Level placements. Increased ability to expand T Level placement opportunities in priority occupations. Improved SME engagement through more realistic, informed placement models.
Employer feedback on relevance of apprenticeship provision
Evidence of shift in provision towards high-demand roles ERB Annual Reports
Number of SMEs engaged in barrier identification activity
Completion of structured analysis of capacity and supervision constraints
Evidence of findings shared with providers and partners
Number of targeted solutions or support approaches identified
Provider feedback on usefulness of insights for
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5 Advanced Manufactu ring
5e Facilitate structured dialogue between HE providers and employers to review Level 6 plus course relevance to Annex A occupations.
University of Lincoln Lincoln College HE Providers Employers
September 2026-August 2027: Map barriers/capaci ty; define compliant model September 2027-August 2028: Pilot support model; increase employer uptake September 2028-June 2029: Scale and embed; track placement outcomes
Structured HE-employer engagement activities to co-design Level 6+ provision aligned to priority highskilled occupations. Improved alignment of higher-level courses to Annex A priority occupations and skills needs.
Employer: Increased employer influence and confidence in the relevance of HE provision.
ERB Annual Reports
Number of dialogue sessions/roundtabl es held and participants engaged
Number of Level 6+ courses reviewed against Annex A priorities
Number of course changes or enhancements identified/impleme nted
Employer feedback on course relevance and alignment
Evidence of HE provision reflecting priority occupational requirements
ERB Annual Reports
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B July 2026 Page | 20 planning placements
5 Advanced Manufactu ring 5f Explore the viability of reintroducing lab science, metallurgy and materials provision in North Lincolnshire to support the workforce sustainability of British Steel. North Lindsey College/DN Colleges Group British Steel John Leggott College UCNL MakeUK
September 2026-August
2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Clear feasibility and delivery model identified for reintroducing specialist provision. Strengthened local pipeline into lab science, metallurgy and materials roles.
Improved alignment with British Steel workforce sustainability needs.
Completion of feasibility assessment (demand, delivery, sustainability)
Number of employers and providers engaged in viability discussions
Identification of delivery models and provision pathways
Evidence of employer demand and workforce need validated Pilot or reintroduced provision planned or initiated ERB Annual Reports
6 Advanced Manufactu ring 6a Conduct a review of relevant advanced manufacturing course content to ensure provision meets the needs listed in Action 6 to aid course finishers to arrive into the workforce with the range of basic manufacturing skills employers need.
ERB to appoint a lead partner FE Providers HE Providers Employers
September 2026-August 2027: Define scope; baseline current position
Structured review approach established to align course content with Number of courses reviewed against Action 6 skills requirements Number of curriculum updates implemented
7 Advanced Manufactu ring
7a Hold a series of consultation events at key locations to bring a significant volume of employers and relevant providers together to build dialogue and a renewed relationship between the two parties.
Lincoln College
September 2027-August
2028: Implement agreed actions
September 2028-June
2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
Action 6 priorities.
Learners completing programmes with core, jobready manufacturing skills.
Improved confidence in the readiness and capability of course completers.
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August
2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes
September 2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor
Structured engagement approach in place to strengthen employer–provider relationships.
Improved alignment between provision and local employer skills needs.
Increased employer engagement
Employer validation of core skills coverage
Learner outcomes reflecting job-ready skills development
Provider adoption of updated course content ERB Annual Reports
Number of consultation events held and locations covered
Number of employers and providers participating
Evidence of new or strengthened relationships/engag ement activity
Employer and provider feedback on quality and value of dialogue
8
Agri-tech, Faming and Food Manufactu ring
8a Review local careers advice and guidance to ensure agri-tech, farming and food manufacturing pathways are routinely featured and that they carry clear progression narratives (technical education/employment/apprenticeships /progression), highlighting maintenance, engineering and technician roles.
See 40d
8
Agri-tech, Faming and Food
8b Convene employer-provider workshops to confirm Annex A priority occupations for food manufacturing and define entry‑level competence expectations. Use employer
GLCCA Riseholme College
University of Lincoln Riseholme College
CATCH
September 2026-August 2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August 2028: Implement agreed actions September 2028-June 2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
Agri tech, farming and food manufacturing pathways consistently embedded in local CAG with clear progression routes. Increased awareness and progression into technical, engineering and technician roles. Improved visibility of sector careers, supporting recruitment into priority occupations.
Employers September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin Refreshed higher-level and applied provision
Number of CAG materials updated to include agri‑tech and food pathways with progression narratives Number of schools, colleges and partners embedding updated pathways
Learner awareness of sector careers and progression routes (feedback)
Employer participation in promotion and CAG activities
Increase in applications/enrolm ents to relevant courses or pathways ERB Annual Reports
Number of workshops convened and employer/provider participation
9 Agri-tech, Faming and Food Manufactu ring
9a
Establish an initiative/collaboration to improve quality and consistency of agritech, farming and horticulture provision across the area
Riseholme College and University of Lincoln FE Providers HE Providers ITPs
Employers
work programme; issue outputs/updat es September 2028-June
2029: Embed cadence; report impact and next steps and accelerating progression.
Number of employers offering or exploring placement opportunities (Apprenticeships/T Levels)
Number of placements created or planned in target roles
Provider feedback on usefulness for placement planning ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August
2027: Map barriers/capaci ty; define compliant model September 2027-August
2028: Pilot support model; increase employer uptake; T
Refreshed higher-level and applied provision Coordinated approach established to improve consistency and quality of agri tech, farming and horticulture provision.
Establishment of collaboration/initiat ive and participating providers
Number of providers engaged in quality
improvement activity
Identification and adoption of shared
10
Agri-tech, Faming and Food Manufactu ring 10b Upon completion of the review, develop new short course programmes to address gaps. Courses should be advertised to farms, factories and production settings.
University of Lincoln Riseholme College CATCH
report impact and next steps industry needs. Increased employer confidence in the relevance of provision and outcomes. ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Refreshed higher-level and applied provision with high awareness among noted employers. Targeted short course provision developed to address identified skills gaps. Increased uptake of flexible training addressing priority agri tech and production skills needs.
Number of new short courses developed to address identified gaps
Number of providers delivering new provision
Number of employers engaged through promotion and outreach
Enrolments and completions on new courses
Employer feedback on relevance and accessibility of provision
ERB Annual Reports
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Agri-tech, Faming and Food Manufactu ring
11a Review and update careers information documents and procedures to ensure Annex A priority occupations are highlighted. See 40d
GLCCA Riseholme College CATCH
September 2026-August
2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September 2027-August
2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes; Short-course offer defined September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Improved employer awareness and engagement with relevant training opportunities
Careers information and processes consistently reflect Annex A priority occupations.
Improved learner awareness of priority roles and progression opportunities.
Increased visibility of high-demand occupations, supporting recruitment into priority roles.
Number of CAG documents and processes reviewed and updated
Evidence of Annex A priority occupations embedded in materials
Number of providers/schools adopting updated CAG approaches Learner awareness of priority occupations (feedback)
Evidence of increased engagement or interest in priority roles
ERB Annual Reports
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Agri-tech, Faming and Food Manufactu ring
12a Identify target participant groups (e.g. economically inactive adults, career‑changers, those returning to work) most likely to benefit from a brokerage approach and how such a service could have maximum impact. Review current recruitment practices used by employers to understand where brokerage could add real value.
ERB to appoint a lead partner Councils Employers
Job Centre Plus
12
Agri-tech, Faming and Food Manufactu ring
12b Explore potential funding and delivery programmes and if provided viable, pilot the programme before expansion.
ERB to appoint a lead partner Councils Employers
Job Centre Plus
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities; Careers materials updated September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Clear identification of target groups and effective brokerage model design. Improved engagement of priority groups (e.g. economically inactive, returners) into training and employment Recruitment practices better aligned with brokerage support, improving access to wider talent pools.
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September If they exist., clear funding routes and delivery model identified for programme implementatio n.
Identification of target participant groups and prioritisation criteria
Number of employers engaged in reviewing recruitment practices
Identification of brokerage model and delivery approach
ERB Annual Reports
Identification of potential funding sources and delivery options
Completion of viability assessment
14a Raise the profile of local Heath & Adult Social Care pathways to ensure they are consistently represented in local Careers Advice and Guidance. Focus on promoting visibility of local employers, range of career opportunities and outcomes, particularly Annex A priority occupations.
See 40d
GLCCA Franklin Sixth Form College Lincoln College Careers Hub
September 2026-August 2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners September 2027-August 2028: Implement and refine through delivery September 2028-June 2029: Embed as standard; review annually
shaping practical, relevant workforce development solutions.
Active work with local (North East Lincolnshire) school careers leads to educate and inform and extend the invite of Franklin’s HSC conference so teachers can upskill and students find out what careers are available to them.
Health & Adult Social Care pathways consistently embedded in local CAG, aligned to Annex A priority occupations.
Number of CAG materials/resources updated to include health and care pathways and priority occupations
Number of schools, colleges and partners embedding updated CAG content Learner awareness of health and care careers and progression routes (feedback) Employer participation in promotion and engagement activity
Increase in applications/enrolm ents to health and social care provision
Increased awareness and progression into priority care roles and career pathways.
Improved visibility of local employers and career opportunities, supporting recruitment and retention. 14 Health & Adult Social Care
14b Seek funding for and conduct a targeted communications campaign profiling the breadth of roles in Adult Social Care (not just NHS clinical roles), aimed at under‑25s. Share clear progression stories demonstrating routes from technical education into care, nursing, allied health and support roles.
FSB Lincoln College NHS Employers September 2026-August 2027: Develop plan; launch first wave/activity; Careers materials updated September 2027-August 2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine September
Funded, targeted communicatio ns campaign in place promoting the breadth of Adult Social Care careers.
Increased awareness and uptake of care, nursing, allied health and support
Identification of funding and delivery approach for campaign
Number of campaign activities delivered (e.g. digital content, case studies)
Engagement levels from under 25s (reach, participation, interactions)
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14c Work with NHS trusts and social care employers to map barriers to placements for under-18s, including supervision, safeguarding, transport and insurances.
Franklin Sixth Form College NHS Trusts Lincoln College Employers
Linca
Skills for Care
2028-June
2029: Embed ongoing comms; report reach/impact pathways among under‑25s. Improved visibility of local roles and progression routes, supporting recruitment into priority occupations.
Number of progression stories developed and shared Employer participation in campaign activity
Increase in applications/enrolm ents to health and care pathways
ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August
2027: Develop plan; launch first wave/activity
September 2027-August
2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine September 2028-June
2029: Embed ongoing comms; report reach/impact
Map of barriers to placements, with possible solutions published/shar ed among key partners
Clear, shared understanding of barriers to under 18 placements across NHS and social care settings.
Number of NHS and social care employers engaged
Identification of key barriers (supervision, safeguarding, transport, insurance)
Completion and sharing of barriers analysis
Number of potential solutions or support models identified
14d Develop a partnership between providers and the NHS to align T Levels with recruitment pipelines, including feeder roles into apprenticeships. ERB FE Providers HE Providers NHS Employers
September 2026-August
2027: Map barriers/capaci ty; define compliant model September 2027-August 2028: Pilot support model; increase employer uptake September 2028-June
Improved pathway design to enable younger entrants into health and care careers. Greater employer readiness to offer placements through identification of practical constraints and solutions.
Coordinated partnership established aligning T Levels with NHS recruitment pipelines. Clear progression routes from T Levels into apprenticeship s and entrylevel NHS roles.
Employer and provider feedback on feasibility of placements for under 18s ERB Annual Reports
Establishment of NHS–provider partnership arrangements
Number of T Level pathways aligned to NHS roles and pipelines
Number of employers participating in pipeline design and delivery
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14e Work with employers and providers to identify bottlenecks affecting Apprenticeship starts, progression and completions. Once understood, Providers to use the feedback to align apprenticeship growth activity to Annex A shortages and NHS workforce priorities/NHS workforce plan.
Lincoln Bishop University (via future Institute of Health)
2029: Scale and embed; track placement outcomes Increased NHS engagement in shaping pathways and recruiting from local provision.
FE Providers Employers NHS September 2026-August
2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners September 2027-August 2028: Implement and refine through delivery September 2028-June
2029: Embed as standard; review annually
Clear identification of bottlenecks affecting apprenticeship starts, progression and completions. Improved apprenticeship pipeline aligned to Annex A priority occupations and NHS workforce needs.
Increased employer confidence
Evidence of defined feeder routes into apprenticeships and employment
Increase in learner progression from T Levels into relevant NHS pathways ERB Annual Reports
Number of employers and providers engaged in bottleneck analysis
Identification of key barriers across starts, progression and completions
Evidence of findings shared with providers and partners
Evidence of improved alignment in apprenticeship starts and provision mix
ERB Annual Reports
14f Engage employers to define the skills and responsibilities expected of senior care roles at Levels 2 to 5. This captured learning to be offered to Providers for them to assess feasibility and design options, including alignment with existing qualifications and funding routes.
Skills for Care
Lincoln Bishop University (via future Institute of Health) Employers Lincoln College
September 2026-August 2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August 2028: Implement agreed actions September 2028-June 2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
through more responsive and betteraligned apprenticeship delivery.
Clear, employerdefined skills and responsibilitie s framework for Levels 2–5 established. Stronger progression pathways with defined competencies for senior care roles. Increased employer confidence that training aligns with real job requirements and workforce needs.
Number of employers engaged in skills definition activity
Agreement on skills, responsibilities and competency expectations (Levels 2–5)
Evidence of findings shared with providers
Number of providers assessing feasibility and alignment with qualifications/fundi ng
Identification of delivery options or curriculum changes ERB Annual Reports
15a Convene an Adult Social Care Careers IAG Taskforce to review how Adult Social Care is currently represented within local Careers Advice and Guidance compared to NHS role. Agree a clear remit focused on under 18 pathways, placements, progression visibility and perceptions of the care sector (distinct from NHS clinical routes). See 40d
GLCCA Employers (public, private and VCSE), FE providers (notably Franklin Sixth Form College and Lincoln College), Careers Hub, Skills for Care, Linca, NHS partners and local authorities.
September 2026-August
2027: Design approach; secure support; start pilot September 2027-August 2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate and refine model
September 2028-June
2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review
Coordinated ASC IAG taskforce established with a clear remit addressing under 18 pathways, placements and progression visibility.
Improved awareness and perception of Adult Social Care careers distinct from NHS clinical routes.
Stronger employer input into how ASC careers are represented, improving attractiveness and recruitment.
Establishment of Adult Social Care IAG taskforce and agreed remit
Number of employers, providers and partners engaged
Evidence of agreed actions to improve IAG content and perceptions
ERB Annual Reports
15 15b Review existing 16–18 care‑related pathways, including technical routes, pre employment programmes and
September 2026-August 2027: Map Clear understanding of progression
Number of pathways reviewed (technical routes, T
T Levels, identifying where progression breaks down. As part of this activity, map placement and work‑experience barriers specific to under 18s, Identify which roles and settings are most suitable for early exposure, even where full placements are not feasible.
16a Review existing current Health & Adult Social Care course content to compare against the competencies noted in Action16. Upon completion of the review, Employers must be a part of any redesign.
Lincoln Bishop University (via future Institute of Health) FE Providers HE Providers Employers
barriers/capaci ty; define compliant model; Careers materials updated September 2027-August 2028: Pilot support model; increase employer uptake September 2028-June 2029: Scale and embed; track placement outcomes pathways, break points and placement constraints for under 18 care routes. Improved design of early-stage pathways supporting smoother progression into health and care roles. Clear identification of suitable roles and settings for early exposure, increasing employer engagement in entry pathways.
Levels, preemployment programmes)
Identification of key progression break points and barriers Mapping of placement/work experience barriers for under‑18s
Identification of suitable roles and settings for early exposure
Evidence of findings shared with providers and used to inform planning ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August 2027: Map barriers/capaci ty; define compliant model New short course programmes launched to address gaps. Number of courses reviewed against Action 16 competencies
17a Convene a time‑limited, multi‑agency placement mapping exercise to identify age related barriers to under 18 work experience and placements, and to co design clear, compliant placement and pre‑placement models that can support 16–18 year olds to access early exposure to Health and Adult Social Care roles.
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B
September 2027-August
2028: Pilot support model; increase employer uptake September 2028-June
2029: Scale and embed; track placement outcomes Course content aligned to agreed competencies (Action 16) with embedded employer co design. Improved learner readiness and capability aligned to real-world care role expectations. Increased employer confidence in provision and ongoing involvement in curriculum development.
FSB Skills for Care, Linca, Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust, Northern Lincolnshire and September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September Clear, multiagency understanding of under 18 placement barriers and compliant placement
Identification of gaps and required curriculum updates
Number of employers engaged in codesign/redesign activity
Number of curriculum updates implemented with employer input
Employer feedback on relevance and learner readiness
ERB Annual Reports
Number of partners engaged in placement mapping exercise
Identification of key age-related barriers
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18a Undertake a review of 16–19 technical and any revisions should align with Annex A Visitor Economy skills shortages, identify skills gaps and shortages (noted in Action18) in progression into employment, and use findings to inform curriculum adjustments to be shared with providers. Subject to verifying the provision detail in Annex A.
Goole NHS Foundation Trust and employers
2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes; Short-course offer defined September 2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es models established. Increased access to early exposure opportunities across Health & Adult Social Care pathways. Greater employer confidence and ability to offer placements through practical, compliant models.
ERB to appoint lead FE Colleges –notably Lincoln College September 2026-August 2027: Map barriers/capaci ty; define compliant model September 2027-August 2028: Pilot support model; increase employer 16–19 provision aligned to Annex A Visitor Economy priority occupations and skills shortages. Improved learner progression
(safeguarding, supervision, etc.)
Completion and sharing of placement mapping analysis
Number of placement/pre plac ement models codesigned
Evidence of models supporting increased early exposure opportunities
ERB Annual Reports
Number of 16–19 programmes reviewed against Annex A priorities and Action 18 skills gaps
Identification of skills gaps and progression breakdown points
Number of curriculum
uptake
September 2028-June
2029: Scale and embed; track placement outcomes into relevant Visitor Economy roles. Increased employer confidence in the relevance and jobreadiness of course completers. adjustments identified and shared with providers Provider adoption of updated course content and progression pathways
Evidence of improved alignment to priority occupations and progression into employment
ERB Annual Reports 19 Visitor Economy
19a Undertake analysis of existing provision for chef/cook/catering roles from L2 upwards and work with employers to identify any gaps and potential solutions to address them, using LSIP evidence as a starting point.
GLCCA Employers, sector groups and providers.
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes
September 2028-June
A report showing analysis of existing provision; employeridentified gaps, and actions GLCCA could take with devolved skills funding to address them.
GLCCA has its own governance and monitoring processes and will provide 6-monthly update to ERB ERB Annual Reports
20a Develop a programme of work to review and understand bed capacity including facilities within colleges, universities and defence bases. The intelligence should be shared with local authorities and DMOs from there, a plan to scale the county’s offer should be formed.
Local Visitor Economy
Partnership c/o
Lincolnshire County Council Hospitality employers ERBs Royal Air Force HE Providers
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Shared understanding of bed capacity and accommodatio n assets across education and defence infrastructure Improved ability to scale local visitor economy capacity to support growth and workforce demand. Stronger coordination between providers, local authorities and DMOs to plan and expand the local offer.
Number of organisations contributing to capacity review (FE/HE/defence)
Completion of bed capacity mapping and analysis
Evidence of findings shared with local authorities and DMOs
Development of a strategic plan to scale capacity
Evidence of coordinated action to expand the visitor offer ERB Annual Reports
21
Constructi on 21a FE providers to review and adjust 16–19 construction provision volumes, timetabling and delivery models to better meet demand in Annex A priority occupations. This activity should prioritise key construction pathways, including electrical and plumbing, multi‑trade and retrofit provision.
ERB to appoint lead FE Colleges –notably Lincoln College ERBs September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es 16–19 construction provision volumes and delivery aligned to Annex A priority occupations.
Increased learner supply into highdemand pathways (electrical, plumbing, multi trade, retrofit). Improved employer confidence that provision reflects local workforce demand and skills needs.
Number of programmes reviewed against Annex A construction priorities Adjustments to provision volumes, timetabling and delivery models
Increase in learner enrolments in priority pathways (e.g. electrical, plumbing, retrofit) Provider adoption of updated delivery approaches Evidence of improved alignment to priority occupations and employer demand ERB Annual Reports
21 Constructi on 21b Conduct a mapping exercise to review how Level 2/3 trade programmes and T Levels map to Annex A construction occupations. Where there are gaps, providers should collaborate to address lack of delivery.
ERB to appoint lead FE Colleges Apprenticeship
Providers ERBs September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin Clear mapping between provision and Annex A construction
Completion of mapping of L2/3 programmes and T Levels to Annex A occupations
21c Raise awareness of ASF‑funded Level 2 construction routes for unemployed adults, career changers and returners. Align messaging with known employer demand (as set out in the LSIP) to improve progression into sustained construction employment.
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B
ERB to appoint lead Jobcentre Plus, Careers Hub, providers and sector bodies
g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August
2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes
September
2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es occupations, highlighting gaps. Improved availability of provision aligned to priority construction roles. Increased employer confidence in coverage of key occupations and reduced gaps in delivery.
Identification of gaps in provision and coverage
Number of providers engaged in collaborative planning activity
Evidence of new or expanded delivery to address gaps
Improved alignment between provision and priority construction occupations
ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August
2027: Complete review/mappin
g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August
2028: Align offer; implement agreed
Clear, targeted messaging aligned to employer demand promotes ASF-funded Level 2 routes. Increased participation from unemployed
Number of awareness and promotion activities delivered
Number of individuals from target groups engaged
Uptake/enrolments into ASF-funded Level 2 provision
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changes
September 2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es adults, career‑change rs and returners into construction pathways. Improved progression into sustained employment in priority construction roles.
Alignment of messaging with Annex A priority occupations
Progression rates into employment or further training ERB Annual Reports 21 Constructi on 21d Explore the potential for flexible delivery models, such as phased starts, mentoring or shared supervision, to improve Apprenticeship completion rates alongside acceleration of take-up.
ERB to appoint lead CATCH
September 2026-August
2027: Develop plan; launch first wave/activity
September 2027-August
2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine September 2028-June
2029: Embed ongoing comms; report reach/impact
Engagement with employers on apprenticeship access Viable flexible delivery models (e.g. phased starts, mentoring, shared supervision) identified and tested.
Improved apprenticeship completion rates and uptake, particularly in
Completion of assessment of flexible delivery models and employer appetite
Number of employers and providers engaged in model design/testing
Number of pilot approaches introduced (e.g. phased starts, shared supervision)
Evidence of improved apprenticeship
22
Constructi on 22a Carry out a structured review of short course and upskilling provision to address priority construction skills gaps as set out in Action 22. Course content should be updated from Autum 2027 to address the gaps.
FSB to appoint lead CATCH
Lincoln College
Greater
September 2026-August 2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August 2028: Implement agreed actions September 2028-June 2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
priority sectors. Increased employer participation through more flexible and manageable delivery approaches. starts and completion rates
Short-course and upskilling provision aligned to Action 22 priority construction skills gaps. Improved access to targeted training addressing identified skills shortages. Increased employer confidence in the relevance and responsivenes s of short-
Employer and learner feedback on flexibility and accessibility ERB Annual Reports
Completion of structured review of short-course and upskilling provision
Identification of skills gaps aligned to Action 22 priorities
Number of courses updated or newly developed (from Autumn 2027)
Provider implementation of updated course content
Employer feedback on relevance and effectiveness of provision
23 Constructi on 23a Undertake a structured engagement exercise with construction employers to identify the practical, commercial and capacity barriers limiting take‑up of T Level industry placements, and test targeted support models to increase employer participation for Annex A priority occupations.
FE Colleges –notably Lincoln College ERBs Grimsby Institute Employers
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es Evidencebased understanding of barriers limiting T Level placement take-up and tested support models in place. Increased availability and uptake of T Level placements in Annex A priority construction roles. Improved employer capacity and willingness to offer placements through targeted support approaches.
Number of employers engaged in placement barrier analysis
Identification of key practical, commercial and capacity constraints
Development and testing of targeted support models
Number of employers participating in pilot placement solutions
Evidence of increased placement take-up in priority occupations ERB Annual Reports 24 24a
Number of courses reviewed against
reflect current occupational requirements set out in Annex A (e.g. data understanding, cyber security, automation, business software basics)
24 24b Work with employers to check and validate the relevance of T Level pathways to Annex A occupations, particularly in data analytics, digital support, cyber security and software roles.
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B
ITPs 2027: Map barriers/capaci ty; define compliant model September 2027-August 2028: Pilot support model; increase employer uptake; T Level placement approach agreed September 2028-June 2029: Scale and embed; track placement outcomes
CATCH
Lincoln College FE Colleges Employers
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align
aligned to Annex A digital, data and AI occupational requirements.
Learners equipped with core digital competencies (e.g. data understanding , cyber security, automation). Increased employer confidence in the relevance and applicability of digital training provision.
Mapping of T Level placement gaps and engaging employers in the opportunities can be undertaken.
Annex A digital and AI skills requirements
Identification of gaps in priority competencies (e.g. data, cyber, automation)
Number of curriculum updates implemented
Employer validation of skills relevance and coverage
Evidence of improved alignment to priority digital occupations
ERB Annual Reports
Number of employers engaged in validation activity
Number of T Level pathways reviewed against Annex A occupations
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offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
T‑Level pathways validated against Annex A digital and AI priority occupations. Improved alignment between T Level delivery and skills needs in data, cyber, software and digital support roles. Increased employer confidence in T Level relevance and readiness of learners.
University of Lincoln Lincoln Bishop University FE Colleges –notably Lincoln College September 2026-August 2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August Clearly defined priority digital, data and AI competencies for short, flexible top‑up provision.
Identification of gaps or misalignment in pathways and content
Number of adjustments to pathways or delivery identified/impleme nted
Employer feedback on relevance of T‑Level provision
ERB Annual Reports
Definition and agreement of priority digital/AI competencies for top up provision
Identification of gaps in Level 3–5 provision aligned to
2028: Implement agreed actions; T Level placement approach agreed September 2028-June
2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
Improved access to targeted upskilling aligned to emerging digital skills needs. Increased confidence that local provision addresses priority skills gaps at Levels 3–5.
Annex A skills needs
Number of providers engaged in gap analysis and planning activity
Evidence of new or adapted shortcourse/top up provision identified
Employer validation of relevance and priority skills coverage
ERB Annual Reports 24
24d HE providers to review course content to strengthen alignment with employer‑defined need for key Annex A occupations and skills gaps such as applied data analysis, AI literacy, cyber security fundamentals and digital automation.
University of Lincoln Lincoln Bishop University
Lincoln College
HE Providers
September 2026-August
2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August
2028: Implement agreed actions September 2028-June
2029: Embed
Structured employer engagement activities to co-design
Level 6+ provision aligned to priority highskilled occupations.
HE course content aligned to
Number of Level 6+ courses reviewed against Annex A digital/AI skills and occupations
Identification of gaps in applied competencies (e.g. data analysis, AI literacy, cyber, automation)
Number of curriculum updates implemented
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25 25a Map and review short course and employer‑led digital, data and AI upskilling provision to ensure sufficient coverage of priority skills gaps and inform future alignment, development and promotion of flexible training offers.
University of Lincoln & Lincoln Bishop University CATCH
Lincoln College
and monitor outcomes Annex A digital, data and AI occupational needs. Graduates equipped with applied skills in data, AI, cyber security and automation.
Increased employer confidence in the relevance and job readiness of HE provision.
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes
Clear mapping of shortcourse and employer-led provision against Annex A digital, data and AI skills gaps.
Improved access to flexible upskilling
Employer engagement in validation and codesign activity
Evidence of improved alignment to priority digital roles and skills needs
ERB Annual Reports
Completion of mapping of shortcourse and employer-led provision
Identification of coverage gaps against Annex A priority skills
Number of providers and employers engaged
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University of Lincoln Lincoln Bishop University Franklin Sixth Form College Lincoln College CATCH
September 2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es opportunities aligned to priority skills needs. Increased employer confidence that local provision reflects current and emerging digital demand.
in mapping and alignment activity
Evidence of new or adapted flexible training offers developed or promoted
Employer feedback on coverage, relevance and accessibility of provision
ERB Annual Reports 26 26a Undertake a review of the availability, accessibility and suitability of short course and employer‑led upskilling provision in AI awareness, literacy, and business use to identify priority opportunities for flexible, short course (1-2 days) provision aligned to employer demand/skills needs.
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes
September 2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor
Published review via UoL’s research capability Clear understanding of availability, accessibility and suitability of AI shortcourse provision aligned to employer demand.
Improved access to
Completion of review of AI shortcourse provision (availability, accessibility, suitability)
Identification of gaps and priority opportunities for short, flexible provision
Number of employers engaged in defining demand and skills needs
Evidence of development or
27 27a Undertake an analysis of current digital provision and review ways to meet employer demand set out in the LSIP.
GLCCA Employers, sector groups and providers
uptake/outcom es flexible, shortduration (1–2 day) upskilling in AI awareness and business application. Increased employer confidence that provision reflects practical, businessrelevant AI skills needs. promotion of 1–2 day AI courses Employer feedback on relevance and accessibility of provision ERB Annual Reports
September 2026-August 2027: Develop plan; launch first wave/activity September 2027-August 2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine; Short-course offer defined September 2028-June 2029: Embed ongoing
A business case for funding to fill gaps and label/package existing digital provision across Greater Lincolnshire to make it easier for employers to access (e.g. a Digital Academy)
GLCCA has its own governance and monitoring processes and will provide 6-monthly update to ERB
ERB Annual Reports
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28 28a Undertake an FE and HE-wide employability and essential skills content embedded within post 16 provision, working with providers and employers to strengthen consistency, quality and relevance of modules covering professional behaviours, communication, teamwork, resilience, problem solving and workplace expectations, ensuring these skills are coherently integrated alongside technical learning across all courses.
Franklin Sixth Form College FE Providers HE Providers TEC Partnership
comms; report reach/impact
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Using Franklin’s L2 trialled Skills and Employability Passport, wider development across partners and launch in 2027/2028 academic year across the county Consistent, high-quality employability and essential skills content embedded across FE and HE provision.
Learners demonstrate improved work-ready behaviours (communicatio n, teamwork, problem-
Completion of FE and HE-wide review of employability and essential skills content
Number of providers engaged in alignment and standardisation activity
Identification and adoption of shared approaches or standards
Evidence of integration of employability skills within technical programmes
Employer feedback on learner workreadiness and behaviours
ERB Annual Reports
28 28b Conduct a review of employability and essential skills across FE, HE and Job Centre Plus delivery to identify why current approaches underperform locally and inform the design of a more effective, place based model that better equips learners for the realities of the workplace.
ERB to appoint a lead partner FE Providers HE Providers Job Centre Plus September 2026-August 2027: Define scope; baseline current position September 2027-August 2028: Implement agreed actions September 2028-June 2029: Embed and monitor outcomes
solving, resilience).
Increased employer confidence in the readiness and capability of learners entering the workforce.
Clear, evidence-led understanding of why current employability approaches underperform and a placebased model defined. W : Learners better equipped with work-ready skills aligned to employer expectations. Increased employer confidence in the relevance and effectiveness
Completion of cross-system review of FE, HE and Jobcentre Plus provision
Identification of key underperformance factors and barriers
Number of employers and providers engaged in diagnostic activity
Development of a revised placebased employability model
Evidence of improved alignment with employer
28 28c Conduct a campaign and events to engage more awareness of the opportunities and support local enterprises (especially SMEs) have to better supply work experience and placements.
FSB
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B
July 2026
Greater Lincolnshire Careers Hub CATCH Tech Institute Lincoln College Employers
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Coordinated campaign and events programme in place to raise awareness of placement and work experience opportunities. Increased availability of work experience and placement opportunities across local employers.
Improved SME awareness, confidence and engagement in offering placements and supporting entry routes.
Number of campaign activities and events delivered
Number of SMEs engaged through campaign and outreach activity
Employer awareness of placement opportunities and support available (feedback)
Number of employers offering or expanding work experience and placements
Evidence of increased placement opportunities and uptake
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ERB Annual Reports
29 29a Co design a Greater Lincolnshire Skills Passport to define a simple, consistent framework for evidencing work‑readiness and employability skills, pilot its use across selected post 16 provision and work experience settings, and refine the model based on employer and learner feedback prior to wider rollout.
FSB FE Providers
HE Providers ITPs
Employers
Jobcentre Plus and sector bodies CATCH Grimsby Institute
Lincoln College Job Centre Plus
September 2026-August
2027: Map barriers/capaci ty; define relevant and valuable model
September 2027-August
2028: Pilot model; increase employer uptake
September 2028-June
2029: Scale and embed; track placement outcomes
Standardised, employerendorsed Skills Passport framework established and piloted across post 16 provision and work experience. Learners able to evidence workreadiness and employability skills consistently across settings. Increased employer confidence in assessing learner capability through a clear, recognisable skills framework.
Development of Skills Passport framework and design specifications
Number of providers, employers and settings engaged in co-design and pilot activity
Number of learners participating in pilot implementation
Employer and learner feedback on usability and value of the passport
Refinement of model based on feedback and evidence of readiness for wider rollout
ERB Annual Reports
30 30a Design and test a place based (by District) pilot programme that brings together
September 2026-August lace based pilot model
Number of districts and partners
younger and more experienced workers to explore differences in work‑based expectations, behaviours and experiences, using employer input to identify practical actions that improve inter generational understanding, collaboration and retention.
2027: Design approach; secure support; start pilot September 2027-August
2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate and refine model; Skills Passport agreed September 2028-June
2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review
established to improve understanding of intergeneratio nal workplace behaviours and expectations. Improved collaboration, communicatio n and retention across younger and more experienced workers.
Increased employer awareness of generational differences and adoption of practical actions to improve workplace dynamics.
engaged in pilot delivery
Number of employers and participants involved (younger and experienced workers)
Identification of key differences in expectations, behaviours and experiences
Number of practical actions/interventio ns identified with employers
Employer and participant feedback on impact on collaboration and retention ERB Annual Reports
31 31a Seek funding for a Greater Lincolnshire Workforce Development programme that provides SMES with support to recruit, induct and retain staff - incorporating GLCCA N/A at this stage September 2026-August
2027: Design approach; Increased number of employers offering work
GLCCA has its own governance and monitoring processes and will
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support to offer increased work and T Level placements; apprenticeships; and succession planning.
32 32a Review local People Management provision against emerging needs including generational change, employment law reform, SME pressures and retention challenges to identify gaps and priorities. Use this insight to fill gaps or replace outdated provision.
secure support; start pilot September 2027-August
2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate and refine model September 2028-June
2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review experience placements and first-time apprentices provide 6-monthly update to ERB ERB Annual Reports
ERB to appoint a lead partner Lincoln College September 2026-August
2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners September 2027-August
2028: Implement and refine through delivery; Template agreed September 2028-June
2029: Embed as standard;
Local people management provision aligned to emerging needs (e.g. generational change, employment law, SME pressures, retention).
Improved managerial capability supporting better retention, progression
Completion of review of people management provision against emerging needs
Identification of key gaps and priority areas for development
Number of employers and providers engaged in review activity
Number of courses updated, replaced or newly developed
33 33a Co design and pilot a short, accessible Employment Rights Act business support course for SME managers and family‑run businesses, working with employers and relevant specialists to ensure content focuses on practical compliance, risk management and implementation implications for small firms.
review annually and workplace outcomes. Increased employer confidence in the relevance and practicality of people management training provision.
FSB Lincoln Bishop University Business Lincolnshire ITPs September 2026-August
2027: Develop plan; launch first wave/activity; Careers materials updated September 2027-August
2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine September 2028-June
2029: Embed ongoing comms; report reach/impact
Targeted, accessible course developed and piloted to support SMEs with Employment Rights Act compliance and implementatio n.
Improved SME management capability in employment law, risk management and workforce practices.
Employer feedback on relevance and impact of provision ERB Annual Reports
Number of employers and specialists engaged in codesign activity Development and delivery of pilot course
Number of SME participants (managers/family businesses) engaged
Employer feedback on relevance, accessibility and practical applicability
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33 33c Engage with ILM, CIPD, training providers and employers in priority sectors to assess the feasibility, relevance and employer demand (locally) for targeted people‑management qualifications, identifying where accredited routes would add value for scale up businesses in key sectors and support progression, retention and management capability.
Lincoln Bishop University ILM CIPD
FE Providers HE Providers ITPs
Employers ERBs
September 2026-August
2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities September 2027-August
2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June
2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Increased employer confidence in navigating legislative change and applying requirements in small business settings.
Clear understanding of the feasibility and local demand for targeted people manag ement qualifications aligned to employer needs. Improved access to accredited development routes supporting progression into supervisory and management roles.
Evidence of improved understanding of compliance and risk management ERB Annual Reports
Number of stakeholders engaged (ILM, CIPD, providers, employers)
Completion of assessment of feasibility, relevance and employer demand
Identification of priority sectors, roles and qualification needs
Evidence of recommendations for new or adapted accredited routes
Employer feedback on value of qualifications for
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34 34a Undertake a targeted review of short course people management provision in priority sectors where progression into supervisory and management roles is currently constrained, working with employers and providersparticularly in Food Manufacturing and Adult Social Care - to identify gaps in practical training that support progression, confidence and improved retention.
ERB to appoint a lead partner Lincoln College ERBs September 2026-August
2027: Design approach; secure support; start pilot September 2027-August
2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate and refine model September 2028-June
2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review
Increased employer confidence in the value and relevance of qualifications to support retention, progression and capability building.
Targeted short-course provision aligned to priority sector needs where progression into supervisory roles is constrained. Improved confidence, capability and progression of learners into supervisory and management roles.
Increased employer
progression and retention ERB Annual Reports
Completion of targeted review of people‑manageme nt short-course provision in priority sectors
Identification of key gaps in practical training supporting progression and confidence
Number of employers and providers engaged in review activity
Number of courses updated, strengthened or newly developed
35 35a Supported by the ERB, employers in priority sectors should identify the financial, operational and company cultural barriers that deter progression into supervisory roles, and share evidence-based practice on incentive structures, job design and progression pathways that can make supervisory roles more attractive and sustainable, particularly within SME and growth sector settings.
Employers
ERBs
September 2026-August 2027: Design approach; secure support; start pilot September 2027-August 2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate and refine model September 2028-June 2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review
confidence in the relevance of training to support retention and progression within SMEs.
Clear, evidencebased understanding of barriers to progression into supervisory roles and identified solutions. Improved progression, retention and attractiveness of supervisory roles within priority sectors.
Increased employer adoption of effective job design, incentives and progression pathways
Employer feedback on impact on progression and retention
ERB Annual Reports
Number of employers engaged in barrier identification activity
Identification of key financial, operational and cultural barriers
Number of examples of evidence-based practice and solutions captured Evidence of insights shared with employers and providers
Employer feedback on feasibility and impact of proposed changes
ERB Annual Reports
36 36a Undertake a feasibility and impact assessment for a Greater Lincolnshire training platform (website or app), examining current platforms, development options, long term sustainability, governance and ownership models, and user engagement, drawing on learning from other LSIP areas and testing how provider‑owned content and targeted promotion could maximise take up among time poor SMEs and non desk based learners.
FSB CATCH FE Providers HE Providers ITPs Councils
September 2026-August 2027: Complete review/mappin g; identify gaps/priorities
September 2027-August 2028: Align offer; implement agreed changes September 2028-June 2029: Embed improvements; monitor uptake/outcom es
Clear, evidencebased assessment of the feasibility, impact and delivery model for a Greater Lincolnshire training platform.
Improved access to relevant training and information for time‑poor SMEs and non desk base d learners.
Increased employer engagement with training through userfocused design, targeted content and improved accessibility.
Completion of feasibility and impact assessment
Identification of viable development, governance and ownership options
Number of stakeholders engaged (providers, SMEs, partners)
Evidence of testing user engagement and content approaches
Clear recommendations for platform design, sustainability and delivery model
ERB Annual Reports
37 37a Design and deliver a targeted, 18-month communications and engagement campaign for Greater Lincolnshire SMEs that raises understanding of the full value of Apprenticeships, challenges common misconceptions, and promotes flexible, sector‑relevant Apprenticeship routes, using trusted employer voices and practical case studies rather than promotional activity alone.
FSB ERBs
FE Providers
HE Providers
Apprenticeship Providers
East Midlands and Yorkshire and Humber Apprenticeship Ambassador Programme Riseholme College
CATCH
September 2026-August 2027: Codesign approach; confirm scope/partners September 2027-August 2028: Implement and refine through delivery September 2028-June 2029: Embed as standard; review annually
Coordinated, employer-led communicatio ns campaign in place to improve understanding and perception of apprenticeship s.
Increased uptake of flexible, sector‑relevan t apprenticeship routes aligned to priority occupations.
Improved SME confidence and engagement in apprenticeship s, supported by peer-led case studies and practical insights.
Number of campaign activities and engagement events delivered
Number of SMEs engaged through campaign activity
Employer awareness of apprenticeship value, routes and flexibility (feedback)
Number of employers exploring or offering apprenticeships
Evidence of increased apprenticeship starts or engagement in priority sectors
ERB Annual Reports
37 37b Deliver an SME focused conference with key speakers and exhibitors explaining the Apprenticeship process, benefits, how the levy works, recent changes to incentives, FSB
FE Providers
HE Providers Apprenticeship Providers September 2026-August 2027: Complete At least 150 SME attendees from key
Attendee survey
Number of SMEs engaged through
case studies and support. Follow up comms to attendees to connect them with providers and further support routes.
East Midland Apprenticeship Ambassador Programme Yorkshire and Humber Apprenticeship Ambassador Programme Riseholme College CATCH feasibility; governance/op tions agreed September 2027-August
sectors equipped with new understanding of the Levy.
2028: Build and launch MVP; onboard providers September 2028-June
2029: Scale content/users; report usage and impact
Local Providers exhibiting in the event
Structured SME-focused conference and follow-up engagement approach established to improve understanding and access to apprenticeship support.
Increased uptake of apprenticeship s and related training opportunities aligned to priority sectors.
Improved SME confidence and capability
event participation and follow-up activity
Employer feedback on understanding of apprenticeships, levy and incentives
Number of followup connections to providers and support services
Evidence of increased employer engagement with apprenticeships or training offers
ERB Annual Reports
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38 38a Pilot driver training (including the Theory Test) as an enrichment activity within selected FE and T Level programmes where transport limits progression.
Lincoln College Colleges
38 38b Subject to the success of the pilot, expand provision across all Greater Lincolnshire Colleges.
Lincoln College Colleges
September 2026-August
2027: Develop plan; launch first wave/activity September 2027-August
2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine September 2028-June
2029: Embed ongoing comms; report reach/impact
Targeted enrichment model established to address transport barriers limiting progression. Improved learner ability to access training, placements and employment opportunities. Increased employer access to a wider, more mobile talent pool in priority sectors.
September 2026-August
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Targeted enrichment model established to address transport barriers limiting progression.
Workforce: Improved learner ability to access training, placements and employment opportunities.
Employer: Increased employer access to a wider, more mobile talent pool in priority sectors.
ERB Annual Reports
2027: Develop plan; launch Driver training enrichment model embedded Number of colleges implementing expanded driver training provision
39 39a Reconvene the Lincolnshire Skills Partnership and invite FE, HE, ITPs, Local Authorities, Stakeholders, trade and sector bodies and the ERB to explore opportunities for joint bidding and sharing of resources (staff and facilities)
Federation of Lincolnshire Colleges Federation of Lincolnshire Colleges
first wave/activity
September 2027-August
2028: Deliver programme/ev ents; evaluate and refine September 2028-June
2029: Embed ongoing comms; report reach/impact across Greater Lincolnshire FE and T‑Level provision. Increased learner ability to access training, placements and employment opportunities through improved mobility. Employer: Expanded access to a broader, more geographically mobile workforce across priority sectors.
September 2026-August 2027: Design approach; secure support; start pilot
September 2027-August
2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate
Successful pilot scaled across Greater Lincolnshire colleges and strengthened multi-agency collaboration through a reconvened
Number of learners accessing scaled delivery Learner achievement rates (e.g. theory test passes) Evidence of improved access to placements, apprenticeships or employment Learner and employer feedback on impact on progression and mobility
Annual Reports
Decision to scale pilot provision and number of colleges implementing delivery
Number of learners accessing expanded driver training provision
40 40a Assess gaps in current tracking destinations from Themes 1 and 2 16 to 19 provision into related employment, to improve understanding of progression pathway and understanding of where/why learners are not entering the workforce at points relevant to their qualification.
and refine model
September 2028-June
2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review Skills Partnership.
Improved access to training and employment through reduced transport barriers and increased coordinated provision.
Enhanced cross-system working to maximise shared resources, joint funding opportunities and workforce solutions.
ERB to appoint lead partner FE Providers Employers CATCH September 2026-August 2027: Design approach; secure support; start pilot September 2027-August
2028: Deliver pilot; evaluate
Establishment and reconvening of the Lincolnshire Skills Partnership
Number of partners engaged (FE, HE, ITPs, LAs, sector bodies, ERB) Identification of joint bids, shared resources or collaborative initiatives
Evidence of increased access to provision and system efficiency through collaboration
ERB Annual Reports
Improved understanding of destination tracking gaps and data limitations across 16–19 provision in Themes 1 and 2.
Completion of review of destination tracking across 16–19 provision
Identification of gaps in data and tracking systems
Identification of key drop-off points in
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40
40b Explore solutions and barriers to expanding T-Level provision across key sectors (Themes 1 and 2)
FSB
Greater Lincolnshire LSIP – Annex B July 2026
and refine model September 2028-June
2029: Scale rollout; embed monitoring and review
FE Providers Employers
September 2026-August
2027: Establish group; agree remit/KPIs; first meeting September 2027-August
2028: Deliver work programme; issue outputs/updat es
Clearer identification of where learners drop out of progression pathways into relevant employment. Better alignment of provision to workforce demand through improved insight into progression outcomes and barriers. progression pathways
Clear understanding of barriers to T‑Level expansion and tested solutions to support delivery across Themes 1 and 2 sectors. Increased availability of T Level
Evidence of analysis of why learners are not entering relevant employment
Sharing of findings with providers to inform curriculum and pathway improvements
ERB Annual Reports
Completion of review of barriers to T‑Level expansion across priority sectors
Identification of key constraints (e.g. placement capacity, supervision requirements, operational pressures)
|
September 2028-June
2029: Embed cadence; report impact and next steps pathways and placements aligned to priority occupations. Improved employer engagement and capacity to support industry placements and T Level delivery.
Number of employers and providers engaged in barrier and solution identification activity
Number of targeted solutions or support models identified/tested
Evidence of increased T Level delivery or placement availability in priority occupations
ERB Annual Reports
Explore the barriers to recruiting and retaining FE training professionals – wider than the Industry Associates programme FSB FE Providers September 2026-August
2027: Agree method; datasharing in place; pilot cohort September 2027-August
2028: Run pilot; produce first destinations insight September Clear, evidencebased understanding of barriers to recruiting and retaining FE training professionals beyond existing programmes.
Improved capacity and
Completion of review of recruitment and retention barriers in FE workforce
Identification of key constraints (e.g. uncompetitive pay, industry competition, ageing workforce, workload pressures)
Careers Stakeholders
2028-June
2029: Embed routine tracking; use insights to refine capability within FE providers to deliver industryrelevant training across priority sectors. Increased employer confidence that provision is supported by skilled, current and industryinformed teaching staff.
September 2026-August
2027: Define scope; baseline current position
September 2027-August
2028: Implement agreed actions
September
2028-June
2029: Embed
Shared understanding of the availability, quality and consistency of Careers Information across sectors in Greater Lincolnshire. Improved learner awareness of local
Number of providers and stakeholders engaged in diagnostic activity
Identification of priority solutions or interventions (e.g. staff development, flexible roles, industry links) Evidence of improved staff recruitment, retention or workforce stability
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40 40e Convene a two-way consultation series on localised skills needs and delivery with representatives of Greater Lincolnshire’s workforce via Trade Unions operating in the area. Focus should be on those unions with a membership that align with LSIP’s sectors and themes.
FSB Trade Unions including Unite, Unison, GMB, USDAW, TUC, AEP, BFAWU, BOSTU, Community, CSP, CWU, EIS, Equity, NAHT, National House Building Council Staff Association, Prospect, RMT, TSSA and UCU
and monitor outcomes opportunities, priority sectors and progression pathways.
Increased employer confidence that careers messaging reflects local labour market demand and sector opportunities.
September 2026-August
2027: Identify and commence engagement with union representative s; establish engagement approach; initial sessions and baseline insight.
September 2027-August
2028: Deliver continued consultation
Established Trade Union engagement network aligned to LSIP sectors. Regular consultation forums delivering workforce-led insight on skills gaps and delivery challenges. Documented intelligence feeding into
Number of Trade Unions actively participating in the series.
Number of consultation sessions delivered (by sector/theme).
Breadth of sector/workforce coverage
Evidence of Trade Union input informing or delivering LSIP actions.
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series; deepen sector focus; feed insight into LSIP activity.
September 2028-June
2029: Embed engagement cycle; align to LSIP reporting; demonstrate impact.
Annex A evidence and LSIP updates. Increased alignment between training provision and workforce needs (including retention, progression, working conditions insights where relevant).
Stronger collaboration between providers, employers and
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