What do we do
Partnership. Resilience. Expertise. Passion.
Quality Improvement
At Pro Excellence Partnership, we work with your organisation to ensure that the quality of education you provide not only meets but exceeds the expectations of your learners, stakeholders, and quality assurance bodies.
Our team brings a wealth of recent and relevant experience from working with employers, training providers, and regulatory bodies. This expertise gives you the confidence that our advice is tailored to drive the quality improvements you seek.
We offer a comprehensive range of services, from brief, targeted reviews with actionable feedback to long-term engagements where we work alongside your quality team. Whether you need support in self-assessment, strategic planning, or independent scrutiny at the board level, we provide the expertise and insight to help you achieve your goals.
Leadership & Management Development
We understand that many providers prefer to develop internal talent rather than rely solely on external consultants. Our goal is to help you rapidly and effectively equip your teams with the expertise needed to excel.
Our team bring a unique blend of sector-specific experience and extensive backgrounds as leadership and management consultants, facilitators, and coaches across various organisations. This diverse experience grants us access to cutting-edge practices in leadership and management development.
We leverage this expertise to offer tailored solutions that empower your team with the leadership and management skills to thrive. Whether enhancing current leaders or developing future talent, we provide the tools and guidance to help your organisation succeed.
Strategic Development
We work collaboratively with organisations to design and implement strategies that drive sustainable growth and long-term success.
Our team bring a wealth of experience from holding key strategic roles and actively working with sector-specific bodies. This ensures they are uniquely positioned to help your organisation develop robust strategies and effectively implement the necessary changes.
We offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to help you secure a competitive advantage, create and execute growth strategies, and plan for the future. Whether you require a focused, short-term development workshop or ongoing strategic support, we provide the expertise and resources to guide your organisation in mastering strategic development.
Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence
In the rapidly evolving training, education and skills sector, acquisitions and mergers are increasingly common, making effective due diligence crucial to avoid costly mistakes.
While standard due diligence covers areas like strategy, operations, and finance, this sector's unique regulatory landscape requires specialised knowledge.
Pro Excellence Partnership offers unmatched support for your due diligence efforts. Our team, with hands-on experience in the sector, ensure that your process aligns with both standard business requirements and the specific regulations of the FE and Skills sector.
With our expertise, you can proceed confidently, knowing every aspect of your acquisition or merger has been thoroughly vetted.
Effective Governance and Advisory Boards
A strong board is essential for driving success in the competitive Further Education and Skills sector. Boards impact organisational performance and are scrutinised by external bodies for their effectiveness in challenging, supporting, and guiding institutions.
The recently published Financial handbook for independent training providers mandates larger Independent training providers to have at least one non-executive director or trustee to ensure independent scrutiny of funded delivery.
At Pro Excellence Partnership, our team are experienced board members and chairs who know that successful boards require diverse skills, experiences, and expertise to challenge strategies and turn them into action.
Whether you need expertise in funding, finance, quality, or strategy, we can enhance your boards effectiveness by introducing new members or providing targeted training. Our goal is to help your organisation reach its full potential through strong, informed governance.
Staff Development & CPD
A robust continuous professional development (CPD) programme is essential for delivering the quality education your learners deserve and the service your customers expect.
At Pro Excellence Partnership, we help design and facilitate CPD programmes that achieve your desired outcomes. We also offer "train the trainer" sessions, empowering your knowledgeable staff to effectively train their peers.
Additionally, we provide nominee and governor training to ensure your organisation is confident for upcoming external audits and regulatory activity.
Communications and Business Continuity
In today's dynamic business environment, effective communication and robust business continuity planning are paramount.
At Pro Excellence Partnership, we specialise in delivering tailored communication solutions that ensure your operations remain seamless, even in the face of unforeseen challenges.
We understand that clear and consistent communication is the backbone of any successful organisation. Our team collaborates with you to develop customised communication plans that align with your business objectives, ensuring that your message reaches the right audience at the right time.
Unpredictable events can disrupt business operations, but with a solid continuity plan, you can mitigate risks and maintain productivity. We assist in crafting comprehensive business continuity strategies that prepare your organisation to handle emergencies effectively, safeguarding your critical functions and assets.
External Compliance & Audit
In today's complex regulatory landscape, maintaining compliance and ensuring thorough audits are essential for sustainable business success.
At Pro Excellence Partnership, we offer specialised external compliance and audit services designed to uphold your organisation's integrity and operational excellence.
Understanding that each industry has unique regulatory requirements, our team works closely with you to develop bespoke compliance strategies. We ensure your policies and procedures align with current laws and standards, mitigating risks and fostering a culture of compliance within your organisation.
Our rigorous audit processes provide an objective evaluation of your operations, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to established protocols. By conducting thorough assessments, we help you maintain transparency and accountability, essential components for building stakeholder trust.
Bids and Tenders Support
At Pro Excellence Partnership, we offer organisations secure funding through expert bid writing and tender support. From identifying opportunities to crafting winning submissions for ASF, Skills Bootcamps, UKSPF and devolved funding streams, we ensure bids are strategic, compliant, and compelling.
Whether you're new to bidding or aiming to grow, our tailored support builds capacity and drives success.
Who we support
At Pro Excellence Partnership, we collaborate with a wide range of organisations across the education, training, and skills landscape. Whether you're navigating change, scaling up, or aiming for excellence, we bring the insight, experience, and commitment to help you succeed. With significant experience, we’ve helped organisations achieve real, measurable results. From designing and embedding robust quality processes that enhance performance outcomes and profitability, to supporting new providers in securing funding, preparing for external scrutiny, and turning operational challenges into long-term sustainable gains.
Independent Training Providers
Employers
Local & Mayoral Strategic Authorities
Further Education Colleges
Higher Education Institutions