Evidence that shapes the sector
YLP delivers funded projects and research that improve opportunities for learners, providers and employers across Yorkshire — from live vacancy data and sector surveys to regional skills research and policy responses.
Live data and survey findings from across the sector
Practical, up-to-date resources providers and employers can use directly — from live vacancy boards to gap analyses that inform provision planning.
Health and Social Care Vacancy Padlet
A live, regularly updated board of health and social care vacancies across Yorkshire — a direct link between providers, learners and employers with immediate hiring needs.
View the PadletFoundation Apprenticeships PNCoP Survey 2025
Initial survey findings from YLP's Provider Network Community of Practice on Foundation Apprenticeships, capturing early sector experience and emerging themes.
Read the ReportApprenticeships Gap Analysis
The Apprenticeship Hub's gap analysis identifying where apprenticeship provision falls short of employer and learner demand across North Yorkshire.
Read the ReportSector Skills for North Yorkshire
A breakdown of priority sector skills needs across North Yorkshire, mapping where provision and investment should focus next.
View the ResearchYork & North Yorkshire Local Skills Improvement Fund
YLP's contribution to the York & North Yorkshire LSIF programme — connecting digital skills research to practical, provider-facing outputs.
YNY Digital LSIF Research
Research findings on digital skills gaps and opportunities across York & North Yorkshire, feeding directly into the region's Local Skills Improvement Fund plan.
View the ResearchYork & North Yorkshire LSIF Booklet
A summary booklet setting out the York & North Yorkshire LSIF priorities, funded activity and how providers can get involved.
View the BookletRepresenting the sector on the issues that matter
YLP uses evidence and provider voice to respond to sector-wide challenges and build collaborative practice across the network.
YLP Response to the NEET Crisis
YLP's formal response addressing the rise in young people not in education, employment or training, and what the sector and policymakers need to do next.
Read the ResponseNetworks of Providers: Community of Practice
How YLP's Community of Practice model connects providers to share expertise, tackle shared challenges and raise standards collaboratively.
Learn MoreHeld to the same standards we help members meet
As a successful organisation in its own right, YLP holds itself to the same quality standards it supports members to achieve.
Ofsted Inspection Report
YLP's most recent Ofsted inspection report, published for full transparency with members, partners and stakeholders.
Read the ReportFrom evidence to impact
Every project YLP delivers follows the same principle: ground it in real data, share it openly, and turn it into practical support for the network.
Research
Gathering robust, current data on sector need — from vacancy trends to skills gaps — so decisions are grounded in evidence, not assumption.
Collaborate
Working with LSIF partners, Combined Authorities and provider networks so research reflects the realities providers face day to day.
Act
Turning findings into practical outputs — booklets, gap analyses, policy responses and live tools members can use immediately.
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