LTS and Wire Now: From Electrician Training to Employment in 2026
Learn Trade Skills (LTS) partners with Wire Now, an NICEIC-approved commercial electrical contractor based in the same Cheshunt facility. This partnership gives LTS graduates direct access to real project experience, mentorship from working electricians, and employment opportunities across London, Hertfordshire, and Essex — bridging the gap between qualification and career that most training providers leave open.
Key Facts
- Wire Now: NICEIC-approved commercial electrical contractor — wirenow.co.uk
- Co-located: LTS and Wire Now share the same Cheshunt, Hertfordshire facility
- Projects delivered: 500+ across commercial solar PV, EV charging, electrical installations, fire alarms, and maintenance
- Coverage: London, Hertfordshire, Essex, and surrounding counties (larger projects nationwide)
- Certifications: NICEIC Approved, MCS Certified, CHAS Elite, Constructionline Gold, Cyber Essentials
- Safety record: Zero lost-time incidents
What Is Wire Now?
Wire Now is an NICEIC-approved electrical contractor providing commercial EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) and O&M (Operations and Maintenance) services. With over 15 years of experience and a 98% client retention rate, Wire Now delivers electrical projects across the commercial, industrial, and renewable energy sectors.
Wire Now Accreditations
| Certification | What It Means |
|---|---|
| NICEIC Approved Contractor | Highest standard of electrical competence, regularly assessed |
| MCS Certified | Authorised to install renewable energy systems eligible for government incentives |
| CHAS Elite | Advanced health and safety pre-qualification |
| Constructionline Gold | Verified contractor on the UK's leading procurement platform |
| Cyber Essentials | Government-backed cybersecurity certification |
Services
Wire Now's core services span the full range of commercial electrical work:
- Solar PV — commercial rooftop and ground-mount systems
- EV charging — workplace and destination charger installations
- Electrical installations — full fit-outs, upgrades, and rewires
- Fire alarm systems — BS 5839 detection and alarm design, installation, and testing
- Emergency lighting — BS 5266 design, installation, and compliance testing
- Maintenance and compliance — planned preventive maintenance (PPM), EICR testing, and ongoing compliance management
How Does the Training-to-Employment Pipeline Work?
Most electrical training providers hand you a certificate and wish you good luck. The LTS and Wire Now partnership works differently — it connects training directly to real employment.
| Stage | What Happens | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Enrol | Choose your course pathway — Gold Card, Level 2, or short courses | LTS |
| 2. Train | Learn in purpose-built workshops with industry-standard equipment and small class sizes | LTS |
| 3. Site exposure | Gain supervised experience on live Wire Now commercial projects during your training | Wire Now sites |
| 4. Graduate | Complete your qualifications with both classroom knowledge and real site experience | LTS |
| 5. Employment | Access job opportunities, subcontracting work, or mentored self-employment through Wire Now | Wire Now network |
This pipeline means that by the time you finish your training, you have more than a qualification — you have verifiable commercial experience that employers and clients value.
What Real Project Experience Looks Like
LTS students do not just practise on training boards. Through the Wire Now partnership, trainees work on live commercial projects under the supervision of qualified electricians.
A recent example: LTS trainees installed a complete 16kWh solar PV and battery storage system at the training centre, working alongside Wire Now engineers. The system now powers the entire facility off-grid — built by students, maintained by professionals, and functioning as both a teaching tool and a working installation.
Types of Projects Students Can Work On
Students gain exposure to a range of commercial work, depending on their qualification level and the projects available:
- Commercial solar PV installations — rooftop and ground-mount systems for businesses and industrial sites
- EV charging infrastructure — workplace charging stations and public destination chargers
- Commercial electrical fit-outs — new-build offices, retail units, and industrial premises
- Fire alarm installations — BS 5839 compliant detection and alarm systems
- Emergency lighting — BS 5266 compliant systems for commercial buildings
- Testing and inspection — EICR testing and compliance reporting on live sites
All site work is supervised and follows Wire Now's safety protocols — the same zero lost-time incident standard they maintain across all projects.
Which Qualifications Match Which Services?
Each Wire Now service area maps to specific LTS qualifications. This table shows the training pathway for each type of work:
| Wire Now Service | LTS Qualification Needed | Course | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical installations | Gold Card Package | Full pathway (L2 + L3 + NVQ + 18th Ed + AM2) | 15-17 weeks FT |
| Solar PV | City & Guilds 2922 | Solar PV Installation | 3 days |
| EV charging | City & Guilds 2921 | EV Charging Installation | 2 days |
| Battery storage | City & Guilds 2923 | Energy Storage Systems | 2 days |
| Fire alarms | EAL Fire Alarm course | Fire Alarm Installation | 2-3 days |
| Emergency lighting | EAL Emergency Lighting | Emergency Lighting | 1 day |
| Testing & inspection | City & Guilds 2391-52 | Inspection & Testing | 5 days |
For the strongest career position, the Gold Card Package (£8,849 inc. VAT) provides the complete qualification set, followed by green skills additions like solar PV and EV charging.
What Can You Earn After Qualifying?
LTS graduates who enter the workforce through Wire Now or independently can expect competitive earnings that grow with experience:
| Career Stage | Typical Annual Earnings |
|---|---|
| Newly qualified (0-2 years) | £28,000–£35,000 |
| Experienced (3-5 years) | £35,000–£50,000 |
| Self-employed / running own business | £50,000–£75,000+ |
Based on industry data and LTS graduate outcomes, 2026.
Career Paths After Training
The Wire Now partnership opens three main career routes:
Employed by Wire Now — join the Wire Now team as a qualified electrician, working on commercial projects across London and the Home Counties. Stable salary, ongoing training, and career progression within the company.
Subcontract for Wire Now — work as a self-employed electrician taking on Wire Now projects. Flexible working, higher day rates, and the security of a reliable project pipeline. See our self-employed electrician guide for setup details.
Independent with Wire Now referrals — build your own electrical business with referral support from the Wire Now network. Many LTS graduates start with Wire Now work and transition to running their own domestic or commercial operations.
Why This Matters for Career Changers
If you are considering a career change into the electrical trade, the question is not just "can I get qualified?" — it is "will I get work afterwards?"
Most training providers answer the first question but not the second. The LTS and Wire Now partnership answers both:
- Training — 32 accredited courses from beginner through to advanced specialisms
- Experience — supervised site work on real commercial projects during training
- Employment — direct access to job opportunities through an established NICEIC contractor
- Finance — 0% interest payment plans with deposits from £500 (see our funding guide)
For a full breakdown of training costs, see our 2026 cost guide.
Next Steps
If you want to train as an electrician with a clear route to employment, book a free consultation with an LTS course advisor. We will help you choose the right qualification pathway and explain how the Wire Now partnership can support your career from day one.
LTS holds open days on the first Saturday of every month at 10:30am — tour the facilities, meet the Wire Now team, and see the training-to-employment pipeline first-hand.
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