Introduction to the Skills Bootcamp in Financial Literacy

"Free, Flexible Skills Bootcamps – Fast-Track Your Career in Just 12 Weeks!"

The Skills Bootcamp in Financial Literacy is a dynamic, 12-week training programme designed to empower individuals with essential financial knowledge and practical money management skills.

Whether you're looking to take control of your finances, start your own business, or progress into a finance-related role, this Bootcamp provides the tools and confidence you need.

Delivered by Synergy STEM Partners and funded by the Department for Education - UK Government, this free course blends online learning, face-to-face sessions, and real-world activities. You’ll explore topics such as budgeting, saving, credit, tax, and business finance, all while developing the skills to make informed financial decisions for life and work.

Financial Literacy Skills Bootcamp

Delivered by Synergy STEM Partners

Free Training to Help You Take Control of Your Financial Future
Funded by the Department for Education, our 12-week Financial Literacy Skills Bootcamp is designed to support adults seeking financial independence, career progression, or those interested in starting their own business.

What is a Skills Bootcamp?

Skills Bootcamps are flexible training courses developed in partnership with local employers to help people gain specific skills that are in demand – and fast. They offer a pathway to a new job, a better role, or career progression.

Synergy STEM Partners offers a 12-week blended Bootcamp combining online and face-to-face delivery to build your confidence in personal and business finance.

Take Control of Your Financial Future


Our Skills Bootcamp in Financial Literacy is a government-funded programme designed to build your financial confidence and capability.

Over 12 weeks, you'll gain practical knowledge in budgeting, saving, credit management, tax, pensions, and business finance.

Whether you're aiming for personal financial independence, planning to launch a business, or exploring a career in finance, this Bootcamp provides the foundation you need.

With expert-led sessions, interactive tools, and real-world case studies, you'll leave equipped to make smarter financial decisions in every aspect of your life.

What You’ll Learn

Over the 12 weeks, you’ll cover:

  • Understanding how money works, setting personal financial goals, and how financial institutions operate.

  • Learn to budget effectively, track expenses, and make informed spending decisions.

  • Learn how to save smartly, understand credit scores, and explore beginner-level investments like ISAs and pensions.

  • Understand your payslip, national insurance, taxes, and retirement planning.

  • Develop the skills to manage cash flow, make ethical financial decisions, and plan for business growth.

  • Use financial tech tools, solve real-world case studies, complete a final project, and get career advice.

🔧 Industry Partnership Spotlight

In Partnership with Altimex

We are proud to collaborate with Altimex Ltd—a leading UK-based specialist in fibre optics, electronics manufacturing, and LED lighting solutions—to design and deliver Skills Bootcamps that respond directly to real-world industry needs.

Through this partnership, learners benefit from:

  • Expert-led workshops and mentoring opportunities

  • Insight sessions on current industry trends and technologies

  • Live project challenges based on real Altimex case studies

  • Guaranteed interviews for successful learners in relevant roles

  • Employer feedback and co-designed curriculum, ensuring skills gained are aligned with actual job vacancies

In Partnership with Chester on a Plate Tours

We are proud to collaborate with Chester on a Plate Tours—a vibrant local business showcasing the region’s rich food culture and independent culinary scene—to deliver a Skills Bootcamp experience that connects financial literacy with real-world hospitality and tourism.

Through this partnership, learners benefit from:

  • Real insights into managing fluctuating seasonal income

  • Mentoring from a local entrepreneur navigating the tourism sector

  • Practical case studies around budgeting, pricing, and customer experience

  • Inspiring employer-led sessions on building financial resilience in small businesses

  • Curriculum alignment with self-employment and start-up finance needs

In Partnership with Lightfoot Cleaning Services

We are proud to work with Lightfoot Cleaning Services, a professional cleaning business built on trust, reliability, and quality, to give learners an authentic view into service-sector finance and sustainable business growth.

Through this partnership, learners access:

  • Mentorship on managing income from shift-based and self-employed work

  • Real-world budgeting examples from a growing service business

  • Employer stories on scaling operations, hiring staff, and managing costs

  • Insight into payroll, tax compliance, and financial tools used in the sector

  • Contributions to curriculum design focused on entry-level employment and small business finances

In Partnership with Stage & Sound UK

We are thrilled to collaborate with Stage & Sound UK, a creative production company working across events, media, and live experiences, to bring practical financial awareness into the world of freelance and project-based work.

This partnership provides learners with:

  • Mentoring on budgeting, quoting, and managing irregular income

  • Live scenario tasks based on real production planning and kit hire costs

  • Insight sessions on freelance financial survival and planning for downtime

  • Examples of business insurance, risk management, and asset protection

  • Curriculum alignment with creative sector entrepreneurship and financial confidence

In Partnership with Powells’ Jewellery

We are excited to partner with Powell’s Jewellery, an established luxury retailer known for craftsmanship, heritage, and attention to detail, to shape learner understanding of responsible consumer finance and financial decision-making in high-value retail.

This partnership offers learners:

  • First-hand insights into retail finance, ethical purchasing, and value vs cost

  • Mentoring on financial planning for both customers and small business owners

  • Real-life examples of inventory investment, risk management, and client care

  • Opportunities to understand credit, layaway, and high-ticket transaction systems

  • Employer input on customer-facing financial skills and confidence-building

Getting Started with the Skills Bootcamp in Financial Literacy

  • Who is it for?

    This Skills Bootcamp is ideal for:

    ✅ Adults aged 19+
    ✅ Those looking to improve personal financial management
    ✅ Career changers or aspiring entrepreneurs
    ✅ People seeking work in finance, business, or admin roles

    No formal qualifications required.
    Basic digital literacy and English language skills are recommended.

  • What’s Included?

    Blended Learning (online & face-to-face)

    Interactive Activities (quizzes, tools, simulators)

    Live Workshops with industry professionals

    1:1 Career Coaching

    Certificate of Completion

  • Delivery Model & Duration

    📅 Duration: 12 Weeks
    🖥️ Format: Online modules + Face-to-Face workshops
    📍 Location: Cheshire & Warrington Northwest England (various community venues)
    📘 Learning Time: Approx. 4-6 hours per week

  • What Happens After the Bootcamp?

    On completion, you’ll receive:

    A Certificate of Completion

    A Personal or Business Financial Plan

    Career guidance towards roles in finance, admin, or self-employment

    Access to ongoing employer and networking opportunities

  • Cost

    ✅ Free for Learners


    The full cost of the Bootcamp is funded by the UK Government’s Skills for Life campaign.

  • How to Apply

    💻 Register Your Interest Today
    Spaces are limited!
    Apply via the link below or contact our team directly.

    👉 Apply Now for the Financial Literacy Skills Bootcamp
    📩 skills-bootcamp@synergystempartners.com
    📞 07356042495

  • Benefits to Employers

    Employer contribution model:

    SMEs pay only 10%

    Large employers pay 30%

    Bootcamps can:

    Upskill staff quickly

    Prepare new hires with sector-specific skills

    Support diversity and inclusion goals

🚀 Additional Support to Boost Your Career

Alongside building your financial literacy, the Bootcamp also includes essential employability skills to help you take the next step in your career or entrepreneurial journey.

You’ll receive:

🖥️ Digital Skills Training

Learn how to confidently use financial and productivity tools, fintech apps, and online platforms for job applications, business planning, and everyday tasks.

📝 CV Writing Workshops

Create a standout CV tailored to finance-related roles, self-employment, or career changes, with personalised guidance from our expert team.

🎤 Mock Interviews

Practise your interview skills in a supportive environment. Gain feedback, build confidence, and prepare for real employer interviews.

These sessions are designed to ensure you’re not just financially confident but also career-ready by the end of the programme.

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