WorldSkills UK

Another week of training completed for Team UK as preparations for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 continue.

As they set their sights on the world's biggest skills competition, competitors continue to build confidence, resilience and technical excellence through intensive training and international experiences.

The skills developed on this journey create a lasting impact, helping to raise standards in workplaces across the UK and inspiring the next generation to pursue skills and technical education.

Thank you to trainers and experts who supporting and cheering Team UK on the road to Shanghai.

Meet Team UK here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0w6tGF0

, powered by WorldSkills UK, in partnership with Pearson

We're helping to spread the word about the Employment UK Youth Voice Census, the UK's largest annual survey of young people.

Whether you're at school, in training, working, or planning your next steps, your experiences matter. By taking part, you'll help build a clearer picture of the opportunities, challenges and support young people need today.

The survey is open to anyone aged 11–30 in the UK, takes around 20–40 minutes to complete, and all responses are completely anonymous.

he findings help inform decision-makers and drive positive change for young people across the UK. Have your say and complete the census here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0w65mB0

WorldSkills UK and NCFE share the ambition that world-class teaching and training practices should be accessible to all. The WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence is helping to make this a reality by raising the quality of technical education across the UK.

We are pleased to welcome Defence College of Technical Training as a member of the WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence.

Patrick Cheyne, Head of Training Management Group, DCTT said: ‘Our trainers are at the heart of everything we do, and this partnership gives them access to world-class development opportunities. By working with WorldSkills UK, we are investing directly in our people so they can continue to inspire, develop and deliver the highest standards of training to our apprentices and trainees. Ultimately, this will also translate into better outcomes for our learners and help us build the future-ready workforce Defence needs.’

Find out more about the Centre of Excellence here: WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0w51t30

WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence in partnership with specialist awarding organisation NCFE

WorldSkills UK extends its deepest condolences following the passing of Simon Bartley, former CEO of UK Skills (WorldSkills UK) and former President of WorldSkills.

Marion Plant, OBE, FCGI, Chair of the Board of Trustees at WorldSkills UK, said: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Simon Bartley, former CEO of UK Skills (WorldSkills UK) and former President of WorldSkills. Simon played a pivotal role in helping to bring the WorldSkills Competition to London in 2011, and I was proud to work alongside him on that landmark event.

We will remember Simon’s passion, unwavering commitment to skills, and infectious enthusiasm, which inspired so many across the UK and around the world. His dedication to creating opportunities for young people and championing excellence in skills leaves a lasting legacy. He will be greatly missed.”

WorldSkills International has created an online page where tributes and messages can be shared with Simon’s family. When leaving a message, please include your country or organisation, as the family will appreciate seeing the global impact of Simon’s work. https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0w2cfw0

Join us on Thursday at 12pm to learn more about Local Skills Competitions.

Designed for educators, trainers, quality leads, skills leads and training managers, this webinar will provide an overview of how Local Skills Competitions can embed world-class standards into teaching and learning through competition-based learning.

Discover how learners can develop their skills, receive valuable feedback, and prepare for progression to higher-level competitions and employment.

Register here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0v-Twx0

WorldSkills UK and NCFE share the ambition that world-class teaching and training practices should be accessible to all. The WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence is helping to make this a reality by raising the quality of technical education across the UK.

We are pleased to welcome Capital City College Group as a member of the WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence, who shared the following:

"We are delighted that Capital City College has joined the WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence, a partnership that aligns strongly with our ambition to deliver outstanding technical education. Through this collaboration, we aim to strengthen teaching practice, embed competition-based learning and develop a culture of skills mastery and industry-standard performance across CCC. It reflects our commitment to excellence for both staff and learners, ensuring our students are equipped to achieve at the highest levels and succeed in their chosen careers."

Find out more about the Centre of Excellence here: WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0w13t10

WorldSkills UK Centre of Excellence in partnership with specialist awarding organisation NCFE

Join us on Thursday at 12pm to learn more about Local Skills Competitions.

Designed for educators, trainers, quality leads, skills leads and training managers, this webinar will provide an overview of how Local Skills Competitions can embed world-class standards into teaching and learning through competition-based learning.

Discover how learners can develop their skills, receive valuable feedback, and prepare for progression to higher-level competitions and employment.

Register here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0v-Ll80

Good luck to everyone taking part in this week’s WorldSkills UK National Qualifiers!

This week, competitors will be showcasing their skills in Cyber Security, Welding and Metal Fabricator, demonstrating the talent, dedication and technical excellence that make these competitions so inspiring.

We look forward to seeing how everyone gets on and wish all participants every success as they take the next step in their competition journey.

You can view the full schedule of qualifier events here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0v-S610