Job training delivered at employers' sites

Small and medium employers, care providers, hospitality businesses, workshops and community organisations training their teams.

A day rate or per-person fee for each course, with repeat bookings as staff change or refresher training is needed.

• Deep knowledge of the job you are training for
• Confident presenting and coaching adults
• Reliable organising and following up with clients

• Some topics, such as first aid or safety certificates, usually need an approved awarding body or accredited route, so check before offering them
• Public liability and professional indemnity insurance, as you will be working at clients' sites
• Employers may expect certificates that are recognised in their industry, so confirm what they need
• Travel time and costs can eat into profit, so keep to a sensible area at first
• Data protection when holding attendance and learner records

Startup costs are typically around £1,000 to £5,000, depending on the courses you offer, your equipment and materials. This is an estimate, so work out your own figures, including travel, before you begin.

Monthly revenue is typically around £1,500 to £7,500, depending on how many employers you work with, your course prices and how often you run sessions. Treat it as an estimate, starting from about 10 hours a week.

Check whether your topic, such as first aid or safety certificates, usually needs an approved awarding body or accredited route. Also check what certificates employers expect, and confirm public liability and professional indemnity insurance and data protection for learner records.