ReAct+ Funding in Wales: Support Towards Health and Safety Training
- steven mullan
- Jun 9
- 4 min read
Facing redundancy can be a worrying and uncertain time. However, it can also be an opportunity to retrain, gain recognised qualifications and move into a new career.
If you live in Wales and are facing redundancy, or have recently been made redundant, you may be able to access support through the Welsh Government’s ReAct+ funding scheme.
ReAct+ is designed to help people update their skills, gain new qualifications and improve their chances of returning to work. For anyone considering a career in health and safety, this funding could be a valuable way to gain recognised qualifications and strengthen your CV.
ReAct+ Funding in Wales: Support Towards Health and Safety Training
What is ReAct+ funding?
ReAct+ is a Welsh Government support scheme available through Careers Wales / Working Wales. It provides funding for eligible individuals who need support with retraining or upskilling after redundancy.
The funding can help cover the cost of approved training courses and qualifications that support your personal development and future employment.
Eligible learners may be able to access up to £1,500 towards the cost of training. This funding can be used to support one course or, in some cases, split across more than one course depending on your circumstances and agreed training plan.
Additional support may also be available to help with costs connected to your training, including:
Travel to and from training
Overnight accommodation, where suitable and necessary
Childcare costs while attending training
Support with specialist equipment for individuals with a learning difficulty, disability or work-limiting health condition
This support is designed to remove some of the barriers that can stop people from accessing training during a difficult period of change.
Who is ReAct+ for?
ReAct+ is aimed at people living in Wales who are facing redundancy or who have recently been made redundant.
The first step is to speak with Careers Wales / Working Wales. An adviser will talk through your circumstances, your career goals, your current skills and the training that may help you move forward.
They will also support you with the funding paperwork and explain what happens next.
Why consider health and safety training?
Health and safety qualifications are recognised across many industries and can open doors into a wide range of roles. Whether you are looking to move into a dedicated health and safety career, progress into management, or strengthen your existing experience, the right qualification can make a real difference.
Health and safety knowledge is valued across sectors such as:
Construction
Manufacturing
Warehousing and logistics
Care homes
Schools
Retail
Facilities management
Processing factories
Engineering
Public sector organisations
A recognised qualification can help you demonstrate competence, improve your confidence and give employers evidence that you understand workplace risk and legal responsibilities.
ReAct+ training with SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd
SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd is a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner delivering high-quality health and safety training and consultancy across the UK.
We support learners from a wide range of backgrounds, including people changing careers, service leavers, managers, supervisors and those looking to move into health and safety roles.
Our training is practical, tutor-led and focused on helping learners understand how health and safety applies in the real workplace.
Courses that may be suitable for ReAct+ funding include:
How to apply for ReAct+ funding
Applying for ReAct+ funding is straightforward.
1. Contact Careers Wales / Working Wales
The first step is to speak with an adviser. They will discuss your situation, your work experience, your CV and the type of training that could support your next career move.
2. Discuss your training options
Your adviser will help you identify suitable training based on your career goals. This is your opportunity to explain the type of qualification you would like to complete and why it will support your future employment.
3. Complete the funding paperwork
Careers Wales / Working Wales will help you complete the relevant funding paperwork. This means you do not need to manage the full application process on your own.
4. Choose your training provider
Once your training has been agreed, you can choose a suitable training provider. If you would like to complete health and safety training with SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd, let us know once your funding has been approved.
5. Start your course
Once everything is confirmed, you can focus on your course, build your knowledge and take the next step towards your new career.
Why choose SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd?
At SM Safety, we believe health and safety training should be clear, practical and relevant.
We do not just teach theory. We help learners understand how to apply health and safety knowledge in real workplaces. Our aim is to build confidence, improve competence and help learners use their qualification to support their career progression.
As a veteran-run business, we are also passionate about supporting people through career transition. We understand that changing career can feel daunting, especially after redundancy, and we aim to provide supportive, professional guidance throughout the training journey.
Take the next step
If you live in Wales and are facing redundancy, or have recently been made redundant, ReAct+ funding could help you access training and gain a recognised health and safety qualification.
Your first step is to contact Careers Wales / Working Wales and speak with an adviser about your options.
Once your funding has been approved, SM Safety Training & Consultancy Ltd will be happy to support you with your health and safety training.
"Safety Through Knowledge"
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