Vocational Training Charitable Trust
Also known as: V T C T, Vtct
Vocational Training Charitable Trust, T/A VTCT Skills, is a market-leading specialist vocational and technical Awarding Organisation offering a comprehensive range of qualifications, assessments and services in 17 sectors, including Hairdressing, Beauty, Logistics and Early Years. Working closely with employers and training providers, our ranges are backed by industry and trusted around the world.
Activities & Mission
Vocational Training Charitable Trust, T/A VTCT Skills, is a market-leading specialist vocational and technical Awarding Organisation offering a comprehensive range of qualifications, assessments and services in 17 sectors, including Hairdressing, Beauty, Logistics and Early Years. Working closely with employers and training providers, our ranges are backed by industry and trusted around the world.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 88% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 76% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £13,397,317 | £13,747,047 | £13,697,288 | £14,160,168 | £14,160,168 | 250 / 0 |
| 2024 | £12,863,495 | £14,134,446 | £14,087,032 | £14,213,798 | £14,213,798 | 257 / 0 |
| 2023 | £11,661,678 | £13,227,802 | £13,178,631 | £14,862,434 | £14,862,434 | 212 / 0 |
| 2022 | £11,143,898 | £10,638,954 | £10,139,008 | £16,692,942 | £16,692,942 | 165 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,606,217 | £8,765,691 | £8,622,967 | £16,857,531 | £16,857,531 | 126 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Vocational Training Charitable Trust
What does Vocational Training Charitable Trust do?
Vocational Training Charitable Trust, T/A VTCT Skills, is a market-leading specialist vocational and technical Awarding Organisation offering a comprehensive range of qualifications, assessments and services in 17 sectors, including Hairdressing, Beauty, Logistics and Early Years. Working closely with employers and training providers, our ranges are backed by industry and trusted around the world.
How much income did Vocational Training Charitable Trust report in 2025?
Vocational Training Charitable Trust reported total income of £13.40m and reported expenditure of £13.75m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Vocational Training Charitable Trust?
Vocational Training Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 102.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Vocational Training Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
Vocational Training Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 September 1986 as charity number 295192. It has been registered for 40 years.
Who runs Vocational Training Charitable Trust?
Vocational Training Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jennifer Sworder. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Vocational Training Charitable Trust operate?
Vocational Training Charitable Trust operates across 44 areas, including Australia, Botswana, Canada and 41 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Vocational Training Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Vocational Training Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 295192.
Details
Aspire House
10 Annealing Close
Eastleigh
SO50 9PX
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- 14 May 2026
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