Weston College – Skills Bootcamp, ESOL Vocational Logistics and Warehousing

Improve your English and gain your forklift license for a career in logistics This 6-week Skills Bootcamp helps ESOL learners build the confidence, technical skills, and industry-specific English needed to begin work in warehousing and logistics.

The course includes ITSSAR Forklift Operator Training, and an interview with an employer.

Skills Bootcamps are free, flexible courses, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and an offer of an interview with an employer upon completion.

Subjects/Topics Covered:

• Workplace communication for warehouse/logistics roles
• Industry language: FIFO, LIFO, PPE, safety stock, etc.
• Use of scanning equipment, printers, and labels
• Health & Safety in warehouse environments
• Forklift safety and operation (ITSSAR training)
• Job applications, interviews, and real-world expectations
• Employer visits and engagement with local logistics companies

This is a rolling programme with start dates throughout the year from September 2025 onwards, please contact Weston College for full details.

• Cost: Free
• Ages: 19+