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TfL RE-Activate Bootcamp

Entry Requirements London residents, Aged 19+ and unemployed, economically inactive or earning less than £25,000 per year. Duration 8 Weeks

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Supported by Transport for London, this bootcamp provides an entry route to careers in a range of disciplines, focusing on building transferrable skills and work experience.

ReActivate Your Career with The Skills Centre and TfL

Are you ready to take the next step in your career journey? The Skills Centre, in partnership with TfL and funded by the Department for Education, is proud to launch ReActivate—an innovative, free training programme designed to help you identify your transferrable skills and unlock exciting career opportunities. Whether you’re re-entering the workforce after a break or exploring a new direction, ReActivate is your pathway to success.

Who Is the Programme For?

ReActivate is tailored to individuals aged 19+ living in London, with a focus on:

  • Experienced professionals who have been out of work for 12+ months, regardless of their previous field.
  • Young adults (19-24) who are Not in Employment, Education, or Training (NEET) and want to build a solid foundation for their careers.
  • Parents returning to work after a career break, seeking structured support to transition back into the workforce.
  • Individuals aged 50+ looking to leverage their extensive experience in a new industry or role.

Why Join ReActivate?

This 8-week programme offers:

  • 2 weeks of intensive training to develop key transferrable skills.
  • 6 weeks of work placement with TfL or one of their supply chain partners, gaining real-world experience.
  • 1 day a week of continued skill-building during the work placement, supported by a dedicated mentor.
  • Guaranteed opportunities, including interviews and references at the end of your placement.

What Will You Learn?

ReActivate is designed to equip you with the skills employers value most. You’ll gain expertise in:

  • Problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Planning and organisation.
  • Safety awareness and compliance.
  • Communication and influence.
  • Customer orientation and responsiveness.
  • Commercial thinking and financial awareness.
  • Adaptability and innovation.
  • Leadership and teamwork fundamentals.
  • Data handling and basic technical documentation skills.

What Are the Benefits?

By the end of the programme, you’ll have:

  • A stronger CV showcasing your transferrable skills.
  • A clear understanding of how your existing experience applies to roles in industries such as transportation, logistics, construction, and more.
  • A reference from your placement employer and potential job offers or interviews.
  • The confidence to re-enter the workforce and build a lucrative career.

Potential Career Paths

The skills you develop in ReActivate are aligned with a range of roles, with average salaries ranging from £25,000 to £55,000. Possible career paths include:

  • Assistant Engineering Resource Manager
  • Engineer (Band 2)
  • Technician Engineer
  • Site Manager
  • Supervisor
  • Health and Safety Officer
  • Operations Coordinator
  • Civil Engineering Technician
  • Transport and Logistics Planner
  • Assistant Commercial Manager
  • Maintenance Engineer

How to Apply

Ready to reactivate your career? Don’t wait—places are limited!

Information Event 
  • Join us on 21 January 2024 to learn more about the programme and how it can transform your future.
Course Start Date
  • The programme begins on 27 January 2024.

To secure your place, apply now. We’re here to support you every step of the way!