The Supplier Skills Programme (SSP): Grant programme for eligible SMEs to develop the skills of existing and new employees

Grant programme for eligible SMEs to develop the skills of existing and new employees.

How much can you get

Grants of between £500 and a maximum of £18,000, funded 50% by the SME and 50% by the European Social Fund.

Who it’s for

SMEs that have been actively trading for 6 months. The SME must be based in one of the following areas:

• Birmingham
• Solihull
• Redditch
• Bromsgrove
• Wyre Forest

Charities and not-for-profit organisations are not eligible.

What you can get

The grants will allow employees to achieve any of the following qualifications:

• Full qualifications level 1 to 7, or equivalent (including higher level management and leadership skills)
• Units or a unit of qualification at basic level

Find out more on the Birmingham City Council website Published 29 October 2020 Contents