Jake Crolla
Integration and Partnerships Officer (Connect to Work)
Jake joined the Lancashire Skills Hub in August 2025 to support the delivery of Connect to Work, a voluntary supported employment programme funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The programme supports people with disabilities, health conditions, or complex barriers to find and sustain meaningful employment.
Prior to joining the Skills Hub, Jake spent four years working in drug and alcohol services in Manchester and Lancashire, initially delivering and later managing a supported employment programme based on the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model. Before that, he worked for a training provider supporting the delivery of Sector-Based Work Academy Programmes (SWAPs).
Outside of work, Jake enjoys following sports such as football, boxing, and Formula 1. An economics graduate, he also enjoys reading and listening to podcasts on current affairs and the economy.
Latest Updates and Events
Get Lancashire Working
A plan to support more people across Lancashire into work has been approved by the Lancashire Combined County Authority (LCCA). As discussed at the LCCA’s latest meeting, the...
Market Engagement Event for ASF and Skills Bootcamps
Market Engagement Event for ASF and Skills Bootcamps in Lancashire 4th September 2025. This event aimed to: Share the LCCA strategic objectives and provide an opportunity to shape...
Hundreds of Young People Inspired to Pursue AI, Cyber Security, Science, Technology and Engineering Careers at TeenTech Lancashire Festival 2025
More than 1800, Year 8 and 9 pupils from across Lancashire took part in the 2025 TeenTech Lancashire Festival programme. Starting with a virtual event in February, followed...