About NLTG

Welcome to North Lancs Training Group

A letter from the MD

Established in 1969, NLTG is one of the largest independent training providers in the country and we pride ourselves on the quality of services we deliver to our learners and employers.

We employ a fantastic team of professional people who are constantly undertaking training and development. This includes Apprenticeship Tutors, English and Maths Tutors, Study Programme and Traineeship Tutors and Tutors who deliver our courses to support job seekers; all supported by our highly trained support teams.

We are committed to the continuous improvement of our services and are dedicated to total learner and employer satisfaction, with the emphasis on individuals and their needs. Our aim is to make a real difference to every learner’s life and every employer’s business.

We can source apprentices for employers or train existing members of an employer’s team. We deliver Apprenticeships at Levels 2 to 5 in a wide variety of occupations - Furniture Occupations, Business Administration, IT Digital Support, Customer Service, Digital Marketing, Catering & Hospitality, Lean Manufacturing, Warehousing, Glass Occupations, Team Leading, Management and Retail.

NLTG also offers Traineeships and our popular Study Programme courses. These are exciting pre-Apprenticeship programmes tailored to suit the needs of young people aged 16-18 who are not yet ready, or able to directly enter employment or an Apprenticeship.

Our courses for job seekers have assisted many people in returning to the world of work and creating a better life for themselves.

We also offer a range of commercial training options, including e-learning courses, compliance training and specialist furniture courses, alongside our health and safety programmes.

Details of all our services and opportunities for employers, young people and adults, plus help and guidance for parents/carers and other stakeholders, can be found on this website.

Of course, if you need any further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us via the website or through the contact details available.

Thank you for your interest in NLTG and we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Gareth Lindsay
Managing Director

NLTG was founded in 1969

We work with over 1200 companies including Sofology, Lancashire Constabulary and Costa Coffee.

of our Apprenticeships lead to a permanent job with 90% staying with the same employer.

Some great companies we work with...

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NLTG Timeline

Pam Mallabourn joined the group
Pam Mallabourn joined the group

Pam Mallabourn joined the group as a Training Officer on 1st January 1981.

Our first premises bought

After looking at several premises, it was decided to offer £7000 for 85 Whalley Road.

Outward Bound courses started

Outward Bound courses started for the best 12 Apprentices and it was to be an annual event.

Jim Harkness appointed as Group Training Officer
Jim Harkness appointed as Group Training Officer

Jim Harkness starts as the new Group Training Officer on the 1st January 1973 on an 18 month contract.

North East Lancs Training Group was formed

North East Lancs Training Group was formed and funded by the furniture and timber training board. First executive meeting was held and hired the first Training Officer.