Govt-funded Skills Bootcamp leading to an interview with employers.

Trainee Project Management professionals play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of projects within organisations. They support project planning, coordination, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Our Skills Bootcamp provides trainees with strong foundational Project Management skills, offering training in either PRINCE2 or Agile methodologies to prepare them for real-world project environments

Our Skills Bootcamp is a fully funded Skills Bootcamp for Devon residents only (*eligibility funding criteria apply), leading to a job interview with employers upon completion, alongside receiving six months of employability mentoring to prepare you for starting your Project Management role.

We are working with multiple businesses in Devon, who are looking to recruit individuals seeking to advance their Project Management career.

As these business expand their operations, they are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals eager to pursue Project Management roles.

Job Description:

Are you looking to take the next step into a Project Management career?

If you have experience in project support, operations, administration, or any role where you organise tasks, coordinate people, or manage deadlines, this is your opportunity to move into a structured and rewarding Project Coordinator / Project Manager role.

We are working with multiple organisations to give successful applicants living in Devon £2K worth of industry-training. Choose between our PRINCE2 Foundation or Agile certification pathways with career development support, all designed to prepare you for a smooth transition into project management.

To progress to the job interview stage, candidates must complete our 10-week remote instructor-led programme, delivered by BIT Training, which equips you with the practical knowledge, recognised qualifications, and confidence to step into your new role.

You will achieve:

• PRINCE2 Foundation Certification structured project management methodology, or AGILE Foundation Certification prioritises collaboration, adaptability, and an incremental delivery pathway.
• CertNexus CyberSAFE Certificate awareness of cybersecurity principles
• AI Tools for Business Productivity enhancing efficiency in the workplace

Alongside technical training, you will also develop essential career skills, including:

• CV writing and interview preparation
• Career planning and personal branding
• Presentation and communication techniques
• Confidence-building for the workplace

Skills & Qualities Were Looking For

• Practical experience in planning or coordinating projects (formal or informal)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks under pressure
• Good understanding of budgets and cost management
• Adaptable, resourceful, and able to manage change effectively
• A strong team player with relationship-building skills
• Confident IT user, comfortable with remote learning platforms

Suitable for:

• A motivated candidate eager to change careers, advance their management career or upskill in their current role.
• Can be employed, under employed, unemployed, returning to the workforce or self-employed.

Role Responsibilities

As a Project Coordinator / Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Supporting and leading project lifecycles from initiation to delivery
• Collaborating with teams to gather and document requirements for various projects
• Analysing project data and metrics to provide actionable insights
• Assisting in the development of project plans, budgets, and timelines
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

Eligibility:

This programme is available on a fully funded basis to applicants who meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Adults aged 19 and above resident in Devon
• Proof of residence, in Devon, UK
• Right to Work in the UK
• Currently unemployed, underemployed or self-employed and seeking work as a trainee project manager.
• Able to commit to three two-hour weekly instructor-led training sessions from 27th April to 16thJuly 2026

Willing to actively pursue employment or self-employment opportunities after completing the training to demonstrate career progression

• Own IT equipment able to access online classes and learning resources.