I don't have many qualifications. Can I get more through work?

The Government runs a new scheme called the Employer Training Programme, which individual employers can choose to sign up to.

Essentially this allows workers with few qualifications (less than 5 GCSEs at grade C or above) paid time off to train. You are entitled to take time off work without losing pay to do the studying and the Government reimburses your employer for the hours you miss. You can do the training in your workplace or at a local college and fit the hours in around your shifts. For more information visit the DFES website