Worldskills UK
Also known as: Find a Future, UK Skills
WorldSkills UK is a partnership between education, industry and UK governments. It is a world-class skills network, a catalyst for: raising standards through international benchmarking and professional development; championing future skills through analysis of rapidly changing economic demand; and empowering young people from all backgrounds through competitions-based training and careers advocacy
Activities & Mission
WorldSkills UK is a partnership between education, industry and UK governments. It is a world-class skills network, a catalyst for: raising standards through international benchmarking and professional development; championing future skills through analysis of rapidly changing economic demand; and empowering young people from all backgrounds through competitions-based training and careers advocacy
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 78% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 58% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 61% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
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 | £8,122,791 | £8,373,191 | £8,307,445 | £2,575,277 | £1,950,000 | 51 / 0 |
| 2024 | £7,970,487 | £8,530,598 | £8,502,187 | £2,825,677 | £2,239,000 | 49 / 46 |
| 2023 | £8,631,963 | £8,876,092 | £8,841,954 | £3,385,788 | £2,072,000 | 54 / 40 |
| 2022 | £8,778,729 | £8,475,276 | £8,438,512 | £3,629,917 | £2,094,000 | 57 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,770,866 | £6,215,303 | £6,208,119 | £3,326,464 | £2,269,976 | 53 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Worldskills UK
What does Worldskills UK do?
WorldSkills UK is a partnership between education, industry and UK governments. It is a world-class skills network, a catalyst for: raising standards through international benchmarking and professional development; championing future skills through analysis of rapidly changing economic demand; and empowering young people from all backgrounds through competitions-based training and careers advocacy
How much income did Worldskills UK report in 2025?
Worldskills UK reported total income of £8.12m and reported expenditure of £8.37m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Worldskills UK?
Worldskills UK has a program ratio of 102.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 78% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Worldskills UK registered as a charity?
Worldskills UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 January 1991 as charity number 1001586. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs Worldskills UK?
Worldskills UK is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARION GRACE PLANT OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Worldskills UK operate?
Worldskills UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Worldskills UK a registered charity?
Yes — Worldskills UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1001586.
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- Find a Future
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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