Join our women-only construction skills course in Gravesham

A free pre-employment course for women, delivered with The Skills Centre at the Lower Thames Crossing Skills Hub.

Are you over 19, living in Kent or Medway, and interested in starting a career in construction? No previous experience needed.

The Lower Thames Crossing will create work for thousands of people during construction, with almost half of roles filled by people living within 20 miles of the route.

To support this, we’re working in partnership with The Skills Centre to deliver a free, women-only introduction to construction course at our Lower Thames Crossing Skills Hub in Gravesham. 

The course is designed to help women build confidence, gain practical skills, and achieve recognised qualifications that can support progression into construction and related roles.

What you’ll gain 

By completing the course, participants will gain: 

  • Green Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card 
  • Level 1 Health & Safety Award
  • Level 1 Certificate in Basic Construction
  • Manual Handling certification
  • Personal Wellbeing in Construction training
  • Employability support including CV writing and mock interviews
  • Industry insight into construction careers and pathways 

Location: Lower Thames Crossing Skills Hub, Gravesham, DA12 5UF 
Applications open: Wednesday 25 February at 10am 
Course dates: Monday 2 March - Friday 20 March 

Women in construction

Delivered in a supportive, women-only learning environment, the course is ideal for those starting out, returning to work, or considering a career change. No previous construction experience is needed. 

Whether you’re new to construction or looking for a fresh opportunity, we’re here to help you take the next step. 

Frequently asked questions

Who is this course for? 

This course is for women who are interested in construction and want to take their first step into the industry. It’s suitable for people who are starting out, returning to work, or considering a career change. No previous construction experience is needed. 

There are around 15 places available on this course. In line with previous courses, more people may enroll than attend on the first day. 

No. Places are not allocated on a first come, first served basis. The training provider will carry out a vetting and selection process to make sure the course is right for each applicant. 

Enrolment takes place on Wednesday 25 February. 
The training provider will contact applicants before this date to confirm whether they have been offered a place. 

If this course fills up, don’t worry. We’ll be running introduction to construction courses and Skills Bootcamps on a monthly basis at the Lower Thames Crossing Skills Hub.

Yes. If you’re not offered a place on this course, you can still apply for future introduction to construction courses and Skills Bootcamps delivered at the Skills Hub. 

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