Business advice, information and guidance and support

Merton Chamber of CommerceA membership organisation supporting small, medium and large businesses 
South Thames College Group - The Business Centre
  • South Thames College works in partnerships with employers to provide support, information and guidance on:  
    Apprenticeships / apprenticeship funding
  • Help with recruitment
  • Vocational qualifications / workforce training
  • Pre-apprenticeships and work-ready training
  • Work experience 
WimbletechWimbletech co-working space is the affordable home for startups, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses in Wimbledon.
WSM Business Advisory Business Advisory and Accountancy is a division of WSM dedicated to business clients; expertise and experience in the disciplines of taxation, financial reporting, audit, due diligence, payroll and employee services, management reporting and company secretarial services. They also have specialist knowledge within industry sectors.

Regional / national training and business support schemes

Federation of Small BusinessA membership organisation supporting small businesses 
NewableProvides advice and support in exporting goods and services.
London Group Business AdvisorsA network of business advisors working with London business owners and managing directors to build successful businesses.
London Growth Hub Support, resources and events for London businesses 
HM Government's business support websiteHM Government's business support website
The Greater London Authority's Business Support HelplineAdvice and guidance for new and existing businesses in London. It provides information on national and local schemes, grants and loans to help businesses start and grow.
The Mayor's International Business Programme An initiative set up to help high-growth London businesses from life sciences, technology and urban sectors expand internationally.

Thinking about employing an apprentice?

There are lots of good reasons for you to employ an apprentice:

  • Apprentices make a valuable business contribution from day one
  • Skills gaps can be closed by apprentices
  • Filling vacancies with apprentices makes recruitment easier and reduces costs
  • Apprentices can reduce your overall business training costs
  • They produce managers and leaders of the future, providing financial return on investment

Find out more about taking on an apprentice

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