Supercharge Your Funding Application with WDC's Expertise

When it comes to funding applications, WDC is your go-to resource for success. With our extensive experience in submitting numerous applications on behalf of our clients, we have achieved an impressive success rate in securing the much-needed funding. Additionally, our strong network and connections with various funding providers enable us to stay ahead of the game, providing you with early access to exclusive funding opportunities.

Get in touch with us today and discover how we can support and enhance your organization's funding journey.

Call on 07801 952343

For over 20 years WDC has supported clients within the post-16 further education sector with a range of consultancy and contracting services. Clients include FE Colleges, Independent Training Providers, The Third Sector, Universities, Local Councils, and Awarding Organisations. 

Outside of our team, we can access educational consultants across specific services that we don’t deliver, to help give you a 360-degree support service.  We all consistently update sector knowledge, adapting our service offer to maintain relevance within the ever-changing landscape of education.  This enables us to provide the most current and valuable level of support and resources.

When selecting a consultant, check they have the credibility, knowledge and experience of the business area you are engaging them for. Check they are fully insured and have an appropriate GDPR Policy.

A summary of our services is shown below, with further information available on the relevant site pages.

• Information & Guidance on Government Funding
• Contract Compliance
• Sub-contracting
• Funding Procurement and Bid writing
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Performance Management and KPI impact measurement
• Social Values
• Planning and setting-up a new provider business
• Associated Support Services

Please contact us for an informal chat or to discuss your requirements and learn more about WDC

Our Guiding Principles

Workforce Development Consultancy are a member of the CEC and as such we work within the 10 defined principles of membership to ensure our clients get the best service.

Client first – To always put the interest of the client first.

Competency – To only undertake work in an area where they have relevant knowledge or experience, even where this means refusing or referring work

Integrity / Honesty  – To always act with integrity and honesty when dealing with a client. This includes where public funding is involved, to be mindful of the need to act in the best interests of the public purse.  

Confidentiality – To maintain the confidentiality of the client, their resources, materials and information

Openness –To be open with the client, keep them informed of progress, difficulties and problems.

Personalised approach – Offer a bespoke solution to the client, even on projects of a similar nature to those undertaken.

Flexibility – Be flexible in your approach. Respond positively to changes in direction, timescales and resources

Communications – Communicated frequently and effectively with the client. Keep them abreast of progress and difficulties, even when unprompted.

Timely  – Keep to promised deadlines. Remember, ‘under promise and over deliver’

CPD – Keep yourself up to date with your area of expertise. Undertake regular CPD activities.