Developing Staff Through Essential Skills
At System People, we know that strong Maths and English skills are essential in many roles. Our Functional Skills Academy offers fully managed, flexible training in Maths and English, designed to help employees gain the qualifications and confidence they need to succeed.
Whether you are a school, local authority or private employer, we work in partnership with you to deliver high-quality training that supports your staff development and wider training goals.
Why Functional Skills Matter
Functional Skills qualifications provide practical Maths and English knowledge that employees can apply directly in their day-to-day roles. They focus on real-life communication, numeracy and problem-solving – not just theory – helping staff feel more confident and capable in the workplace.
For many employees, these qualifications are essential for accessing or completing apprenticeship programmes. Without them, opportunities for progression and further training may be limited. Our Academy helps remove these barriers, allowing staff to develop and move forward.
Beyond apprenticeship requirements, Functional Skills training helps individuals build confidence, improve communication, reduce errors and enhance job performance – benefiting both staff and the organisation.
Flexible Delivery That Fits Around You
Every organisation is different — so we design training that works for you.
- On-site training – Delivered at your premises.
- Remote learning – Live online sessions that fit around staff schedules.
- Blended options – Combining online learning with tutor support.
All learners complete an initial assessment to create a personalised learning plan, targeting specific development needs and allowing them to progress at a comfortable pace.
Throughout the programme, our tutors provide ongoing support, regular progress updates, and clear communication with managers to ensure staff stay motivated and on track.
Who We Support
Our Functional Skills Academy works with a wide range of employers, including:
- Schools & Education Providers – Supporting teaching assistants, early years staff, and support teams to meet qualification requirements.
- Care & Health Providers – Helping care staff build the qualifications needed for progression and compliance.
- Local Authorities & Public Sector – Delivering skills programmes for teams across council departments, charities, and public services.
- Private Employers – Offering Maths and English training as part of wider staff development or apprenticeship programmes.
Many of our clients already work with System People for staffing, apprenticeships or training, making Functional Skills delivery a simple, fully managed addition to existing support.
The Benefits for Your Organisation
Investing in Functional Skills training brings real benefits to both your staff and your organisation. By supporting employees to develop essential Maths and English skills, you not only help them succeed personally, but also strengthen your organisation in several key areas:
- Ensure staff meet apprenticeship qualification requirements
- Support internal promotion and career progression
- Build employee confidence and capability
- Improve communication, accuracy, and service delivery
- Demonstrate ongoing investment in staff development and wellbeing
With System People, you gain a trusted training partner to help your staff achieve recognised qualifications while supporting your organisation’s wider training and development priorities.
Speak to Our Functional Skills Team
If you’d like to find out more about how Functional Skills training could support your staff development, simply complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch. We’ll be happy to discuss your training needs and create a tailored solution for your organisation.
System People Ltd
English Gate Plaza
Botchergate
CA1 1RP