Starting February 1, 2025, the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) will update Labourer card validity and renewal requirements. These changes aim to improve safety, align with the Building Safety Act, and address the oversupply of Labourer cards., both new...
In today’s dynamic security industry, staying updated with regulatory changes is essential for both aspiring and established professionals. The recent updates from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) on licence-linked training have raised questions for many. At...
How SIA Top-Up Training and First Aid Courses In The UK to Enhance Your Security Career In the fast-paced security industry in the UK, keeping your skills up to date is essential to stay competitive. SIA Top-Up Training and First Aid Courses are legal requirements...
SIA Door Supervisor Top-Up Mock Exams Before the Real Test As a security professional, preparing for the SIA (Security Industry Authority) top-up exam is a critical step in maintaining your certification and ensuring you’re up-to-date with the latest industry...
So, you’ve decided you need a CSCS Green Card. Good move! This little plastic can open many doors for you in the UK construction industry. But how do you get it? Is it a long, painful process? Not really, as long as you know what you’re doing. That’s...
You no longer have to bypass good quality staff training just because your employees work remotely. Tailored training solutions now make it possible to upskill your team effectively, no matter where they are. The pandemic has thrown almost everything we know on its...
Going for an interview can be nerve-wracking, especially if you don’t have much experience or have never been interviewed before. However, there’s no need to worry because interviewing is a skill you can master. By applying the right interview techniques, you can...
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has extended the introduction of the updated close protection qualification to 01 April 2022. SIA are working with a close protection expert working group, awarding organisations and physical intervention programme providers to...
The Internet is full of opportunities for self-teaching and the ability to learn about almost any topic, industry, or skill without ever having to leave the sofa. But online learning isn’t for everyone and presents just as many disadvantages as it does advantages. In...
Security Industry Authority (SIA) have announced that there will be further changes to the training you will need to take before you can get a front line SIA licence. In addition to the changes in April 2021, there will be more changes in October 2021 and April 2022:...
On 1 April 2021, the SIA will introduce updated qualifications for all sectors except Close Protection. From 1 April 2021, you must have a first aid qualification before you can apply for a Door Supervisor or Security Guard licence. On 1 October 2021, the SIA will...
We are pleased to announce that all classroom training is running as scheduled. We will be providing you with PPE throughout the course and ensuring you are kept safe following government guidelines. All candidates will have their temperature checked before they start...
While a first impression is often formed in seconds, it can last for an eternity. Although this may sound profound, it holds value in today’s competitive job market. During a job interview, first impressions are critical, with studies showing it takes just 7 seconds...
Are you thinking about applying for a new job? Maybe you should rethink your CV game. Statistics show that on average recruiters spend 6 seconds scanning through a CV. Doesn’t sound like much, right? So you have got to make those seconds count! Every recruiter has a...
Experts believe that the rise of robots in the workplace will account for unemployment rates greater than 50% within the next 30 years. Some are calling it humanity’s biggest challenge yet, as Professor Moshe Vardi of Rice University warns, “we are approaching a time...
Still looking for that job? Fed up of searching job boards and picking up the local paper only to find the same positions listed week in, week out? Fear not – there are ways you can reignite your job hunt. Broadening your horizons while job hunting may feel a...
Security has never been an easy industry. By its very nature, it mixes danger with responsibility and the ability to keep one’s composure when things get fractious. As a result, it requires a very specific set of skills from anyone wishing to become a security guard....
Sweaty palms, jiggling legs, concerns about forgetting past qualifications and making a fool of yourself; the moments before a job interview can be tense and incredibly nerve-wracking. We’ve all been there. In reality, there is no magical formula for banishing job...
Job online searching has completely changed how we look for work. Gone are the days of flipping through newspaper vacancy pages. Now, finding a new career is as simple as heading online. With job boards, apps, and professional platforms like LinkedIn, you can tailor...
For many reasons, Christmas truly lives up to its reputation as the “most wonderful time of the year.” Families come together, gifts are exchanged, and festive meals fill the season with joy. As December unfolds, the demand for Christmas temporary jobs also peaks,...
Training 4 Employment can train you to be a security professional. If you take one look at our courses, you’ll see the wide range of careers we can put you on the path towards. You’ll be fully accredited and ready to jump into the big world of the security career...
Your CV can hold a lot of weight. For just a piece of paper, it can make the difference between landing an interview or not. A good one, built with the right CV building blocks, can get you considered for jobs way beyond your experience. Bad ones can slam hundreds of...
If you have ever tried to apply for a license, get a job, or do almost anything that can be regulated by a governing body (or 10), you’ll be aware of security organisations that monitor other organisations. Drivers who want their driving licenses have to deal with the...
There are many hurdles you have to leap over during the course of trying to apply for a job. Some are within your control, such as obtaining the right skills to meet job requirements, applying for a wide range of jobs at the best time to apply for jobs, and mastering...
