Brian Smith Business Support & Training

Brian Smith Business Support & Training

Empowering people and organisations through practical leadership, management and health & safety training.

Mobile: +44 7927 393424   |   Email: bgs18@tiscali.co.uk

Programme Highlights

What You Gain

From new team leaders to senior managers, Brian’s programmes build confidence, competence and real-world skills that transfer directly back into the workplace.

Practical Training Learn real skills you can apply immediately on the job.
Flexible Delivery Onsite, online or blended to suit your people and shifts.
Accredited Options ILM, IOSH, NEBOSH, CMI plus fully bespoke programmes.
Ongoing Support Coaching, feedback and follow-up to embed learning.
The Process

What to Expect

1

Discover

We discuss your organisation, challenges and goals to shape the right content.

2

Deliver

Interactive, engaging sessions using examples from your workplace.

3

Apply

Delegates embed learning through actions, reflection and review.

Our Programmes

Training Modules

A flexible suite of modules that can be combined into a development programme or delivered as focused standalone workshops.

Leadership & Management

Develop leadership at every level and build confident, capable team leaders.

Team Development

Support individuals moving into team leader roles and build cohesive teams.

Problem Solving & Decisions

Use structured tools to analyse issues, find root causes and agree actions.

Performance & Feedback

Run effective reviews, coach performance and handle difficult conversations.

Health & Safety Culture

Strengthen safety behaviours, responsibilities and compliance in the workplace.

Coaching & Mentoring

Develop managers as coaches who grow people through structured support.

Time & Stress Management

Improve planning, prioritising and resilience in busy operational roles.

Communication Skills

Increase confidence in briefings, one-to-ones and cross-shift communication.

Project & Improvement

Plan, implement and review projects that drive measurable business results.

Accredited Pathways

ILM, IOSH and bespoke programmes aligned with your internal development plans.

Personal Development & Growth

Assertiveness, building self confidence, self-management and personal effectiveness at work.

Leading & Implementing Change in the Workspace

Successfully plan, structure and implement improvement initiatives, and other types of organisational change.

About

About the Trainer

Brian Smith

Brian Smith is a highly experienced Business Support & Training Consultant with over 35 years’ experience across manufacturing, education and business sectors. He specialises in leadership, team development, and health & safety training that is grounded in real workplace practice.

Brian has worked as an HR, Training & Safety Manager in national food manufacturing, and in a Beacon Award winning college, leading employer engagement and bespoke workforce development projects. His passion is helping people at all levels grow in confidence, skills and performance.

Qualifications & Professional Approvals
PGCM • PGHRM • PGCE • NEBOSH General Certificate • IOSH Managing Safely & Occupational Health • TechIOSH • MCMI • NVQ Level 4 Business Support & Advice.

Approved to deliver ILM & CMI Leadership & Management, IOSH Health & Safety programmes, ECITB Safety Passport, and university-level Business and HR modules.
Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Contact

Get in Touch

Share a few details about your organisation and training needs. Brian will respond directly to discuss options and next steps.

Trusted By

Past Clients

Global Metals & Services Provider
National Crisp Manufacturer
UK Print & Packaging Group
Regional Bakery & Bread Producer
Food & Vegetable Processor
Local Food Packing Business
Window & Door Manufacturer
Engineering & Fabrication Firms
Logistics & Warehousing Providers
Local Authorities & Public Sector

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