August 12 – Green Initiatives
Toolbox Training gained accreditation to deliver L2 NVQ Certificate in Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction) required by companies delivering external rendering under the Green Deal. Funding for these qualifications can be secured through the Department for Environment and Climate Change.

July 12 – High praise for Toolbox Training
Toolbox Training are thrilled that having undergone a recent EQA visit from Cskills that for the fourth year running they have no actions and have been praised for their high standard of activity including “a clear representation of the learner journey alongside the centres strong systems which demonstrate how the centre operates at a high level” Operations Director Suzanne Higginson-Stilgoe commented “We are delighted that once again we have been praised on the quality of the work we deliver on our programmes and aim to continue to strive forward with structured growth within our NVQ programmes and new apprenticeship academy opening this year. The feedback we have received from both learners and employers has been excellent and we will continue to be a high quality training provider within the construction sector”

June 12 – Olympic Fever
As London prepared for Olympic fever, Toolbox Training continued its relationship with FWA (Fairhurst Ward Abbotts) and delivered an NVQ programme for its Arts and Culture team which are responsible for maintaining many of London’s most iconic buildings.

Assessors were on-site with the team at venues including Hampton Court and the National Maritime Museum as they were being prepared for Olympic events alongside other historic buildings which FWA service including The Houses of Parliament, The Science Museum and The National Gallery.

As you can imagine FWA’s team deliver workmanship of the highest quality and James Vevers, Director of Arts and Culture said “The NVQ programme has been a positive experience for everybody at FWA and in addition to delivering a fully CSCS carded workforce feedback has been that candidates were motivated by the external recognition of their skills.”

Toolbox Training is looking forward to continuing their relationship with FWA into the new contract year

May 12 – Demolition NVQs
Toolbox Training is now accredited to deliver a range of Demolition NVQs including NVQ 2 Demolition Operative, NVQ 2 Demolition Plant and NVQ 3 Demolition Site Supervisor.

March 12 – OSAT Assessors Required
Due to expansion we're seeking experienced OSAT assessors, with up to date qualifications, who are willing to be self employed and work nationally. Applications are particularly welcome from individuals able to assess across a range of trades and Occupational Work Supervision and Construction Site Management. To express your interest please email your CV.

February 12 – Fully Funded NVQ Places
Due to our performance over the last 12 months Toolbox Training has received additional allocations of government funding so we can now offer fully funded and part funded places on our NVQ 2 and NVQ 3 programmes. Demand for these places is high so please get in touch asap to discuss either your own or your company's requirements.

December 11 – NVQ 4 (QCF Level 6):
Toolbox Training is now accredited to deliver NVQ 4 (QCF Level 6) qualifications in Construction Site Management and Construction Contracting Operations required by managers seeking to gain CSCS Black Card - Manager.