SkillBase First Aid

SkillBase First Aid We're on a mission to fill the UK with heroes-on-standby. We believe we are the hero makers! Everyone should feel confident in dealing with an emergency.
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First Aid, Mental Wellbeing First Aid & Instructor Training that gives you confidence, not just competence! What is a SkillBase Hero? - a real person, who in the face of adversity, steps up to make a difference with knowledge, courage, and confidence. In our training, we give you the knowledge and skills to feel empowered when it counts. Turning ordinary into extraordinary. We are passionate about training confidence, not just competence in our realistic, engaging, and relaxed courses.

🎉 INTRODUCING MINI HEROES! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️The ultimate first aid learning adventure for kids is here! 🚨💥At SkillBase First Aid,...
03/03/2026

🎉 INTRODUCING MINI HEROES! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️
The ultimate first aid learning adventure for kids is here! 🚨💥

At SkillBase First Aid, we’ve been on a mission to create confident, capable heroes on standby for over 20 years and we’re so proud to add 'Mini Heroes' to the list, our brand-new first aid programme for children aged 4–11! 🎓✨

🌟 What is Mini Heroes?
A ready-to-use, practical first aid curriculum designed specifically for primary schools, early years settings and children’s groups. It helps children learn how to help others calmly, safely and without fear.

📘 What children will explore:
✔ EYFS (ages 3–5): Helping others & calling for help
✔ KS1 (ages 5–7): Safety awareness & emergency calls
✔ KS2 (ages 7–11): All statutory first aid topics - plus asthma, allergies, bleeding, head injuries, choking, bites & stings and more 💪

🎬 How it works:
Every session follows a fun, simple “Watch → Discuss → Do” format: kids watch expert demonstrations, chat through what they’ve seen, and practice with physical resources - learning by doing, not just listening. You can licence the programme for staff-led delivery, or bring in a SkillBase Instructor!

💡 Why it’s amazing:
✨ Fully delivery-ready - no lesson prep needed
✨ Inclusive, age-appropriate and child-friendly
✨ Meets and exceeds Department for Education & Ofsted expectations
✨ Designed by educators and first aid pros with real classrooms in mind

From pressing play to watching young heroes grow in confidence, Mini Heroes is how we help the next generation be ready to step in when it matters most. 🦸‍♀️💛

👉 Want to bring Mini Heroes to your setting? Let’s talk!
https://buff.ly/vlVTxfi

🥞💛 Pancakes & Kindness, a perfect combo 💛🥞It’s Pancake Day AND Random Acts of Kindness Day…Which means today is stacked...
17/02/2026

🥞💛 Pancakes & Kindness, a perfect combo 💛🥞

It’s Pancake Day AND Random Acts of Kindness Day…
Which means today is stacked with opportunities to be an everyday hero 😉

Flip a pancake.
Lift someone’s mood.
Check if a colleague is okay.
Offer a helping hand.

Because kindness, like first aid and mental wellbeing skills, can turn a bad moment around.

✨ A small gesture
✨ A calm response
✨ A moment of care

Who could you brighten today?

Bonus points if pancakes are involved 🥞

Today is Brew Monday! ☕The third Monday in January is often labelled the “most difficult day of the year” but that’s act...
19/01/2026

Today is Brew Monday! ☕

The third Monday in January is often labelled the “most difficult day of the year” but that’s actually a myth. Samaritans remind us there’s no such thing as Blue Monday. We all have ups and downs, and they don’t stick to a calendar.

So today, let’s rewrite the story. Make it about connection.

Take a moment to share a brew with family, friends, colleagues, or loved ones. Whether it’s a Monday morning coffee or a weekend cuppa, it’s the shared time that matters. A small conversation can be a big act of care, and everyday moments like these are where quiet heroes show up.

So grab your tea, coffee, or even a glass of juice. Listen. Be present. That’s what really counts.

Tag someone you’d love to share a cuppa with today ✨

As we step into 2026, we’re taking a moment to pause, reflect, and reset 🩵 2025 gave us so much to be proud of! Incredib...
07/01/2026

As we step into 2026, we’re taking a moment to pause, reflect, and reset 🩵

2025 gave us so much to be proud of! Incredible people, powerful learning moments, and thousands of everyday heroes feeling more confident to step in when it matters.

In 2026, we’re being intentional. Protecting our time and minds. Continuing to create confident heroes on standby. Welcoming brilliant new instructors. And launching exciting new training to inspire the next generation of heroes. Bring it on!

Thank you for being part of the journey ✨🦸🦸

🎄✨ Merry Christmas & a Heroic New Year! ✨🎄Over 16,000 individuals trained in life savings skillsWhat a year it’s been! W...
23/12/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas & a Heroic New Year! ✨🎄

Over 16,000 individuals trained in life savings skills

What a year it’s been! We’ve trained more incredible first aid and mental wellbeing instructors, created more heroes on standby, and seen courage and confidence grow in every corner. Knowing that more people are ready to step in when it matters most… honestly, it doesn’t get better than that!

Here’s to 2026 when we'll reopen Friday 2nd January refreshed and ready to create more heroes!

✨ Holding space this festive season ✨For some, Christmas is full of light, laughter and connection.For others, it can fe...
22/12/2025

✨ Holding space this festive season ✨

For some, Christmas is full of light, laughter and connection.
For others, it can feel quiet, heavy or overwhelming.

At SkillBase First Aid, we’re holding space for:

🤍 Those grieving someone they love
🤍 Those facing their first Christmas without a familiar face
🤍 Those feeling lonely in a season that centres “togetherness”
🤍 Those navigating difficult family dynamics
🤍 Those living with anxiety, low mood or emotional overwhelm
🤍 Those under financial, work or caregiving pressure
🤍 Those putting on a brave face for everyone else
🤍 Those who simply don’t feel festive — and that’s okay

Alongside holding space, we also hold hope.
Hope lives in small moments, quiet check-ins and people choosing to be there for each other.

Not everyone can reach out when they’re struggling.
So this Christmas, let’s make the effort to reach in.

📞 A message.
☕ A coffee invite.
💬 A “how are you — really?”

Sometimes that’s all it takes to remind someone they matter.

If you or someone you know needs extra support:

Samaritans
📞 Call free on 116 123 (UK & ROI)
🌐 samaritans.org

Shout – for text support
📱 Text SHOUT to 85258 (UK)
🌐 giveusashout.org

You don’t have to have the answers.
Being present, listening and holding space can make more difference than you realise.

We’re holding space for you — and for each other 💙

’sOkayNotToBeOkay

🖥️ Free Webinar! 'The Return to Office Debate: What It Really Means for the Health, Safety and Wellbeing of Staff ' 09/1...
25/11/2025

🖥️ Free Webinar! 'The Return to Office Debate: What It Really Means for the Health, Safety and Wellbeing of Staff ' 09/12/25 11:00-12:00 (GMT)

The shift back to the office, or not, is dividing opinions. Some see it as essential for culture and performance, others say flexibility is key to wellbeing. But what does the evidence really show?

Join Tracey from SkillBase First Aid and Kelly Nicoll, Immediate Past President of the Institution of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH), as they explore IOSH’s latest research into how changing work patterns are affecting people’s health, safety, and connection.

Book your free place here - https://buff.ly/Sm9INc2

🔥 Whatever lights your night… be the hero! 🦸🦸Whether you’re lighting sparklers, watching fireworks, or wrapping up by th...
04/11/2025

🔥 Whatever lights your night… be the hero! 🦸🦸

Whether you’re lighting sparklers, watching fireworks, or wrapping up by the bonfire, a few small steps can make a big difference.

From first aid for burns to managing firework anxiety, our Bonfire Night tips help you keep celebrations safe, calm, and full of good memories - for you, your family, and even your pets.

Swipe through for quick safety & wellbeing reminders to keep your sparkle stress-free this Bonfire Night. Head to the blog for more tips and guides ✨

🎃 Whatever your cape this Halloween... be the hero! 🦸🦸Keep the frights fun and the night safe with our quick Halloween s...
30/10/2025

🎃 Whatever your cape this Halloween... be the hero! 🦸🦸

Keep the frights fun and the night safe with our quick Halloween safety and wellbeing tips - from spotting tripping hazards to managing sensory overload.

Whether you’re heading out trick-or-treating, hosting at home, or joining the spooky fun elsewhere, a few small steps can make a big difference.

👻 No tricks here, just treats for your peace of mind!

🦇 Swipe through to see how you can keep everyone safe, calm, and smiling this Halloween.

💓 It only takes minutes to learn a skill that could save a life.Today is Restart a Heart Day. A reminder that CPR isn’t ...
16/10/2025

💓 It only takes minutes to learn a skill that could save a life.

Today is Restart a Heart Day. A reminder that CPR isn’t just something for medics or TV dramas. It’s quick to learn, simple to remember, and can make the difference between life and death.

In our training sessions, we create heroes on standby = people with the confidence to step forward when it matters most.

💪 Be someone’s hero.
❤️ Learn CPR with our quick 2 minute demo video > https://buff.ly/1nzdKhw

14/10/2025

💚 What to Do in a Mental Health Crisis 💚

Following on from her last video, Tracey shares practical advice on what to do if someone is experiencing a mental health crisis. 💭

🎥 Watch Tracey’s video to learn how you can support someone safely and compassionately during a mental health crisis.

📲 Check out the 'Hub of Hope' app or website for support services near you - https://buff.ly/E1kZwXZ

14/10/2025

💚 Mental Health Awareness - Every Day 💚

Mental Wellbeing First Aid Trainer, Therapist and Coach, Tracey Dangerfield, shares her insight in this short new video: What is a mental health crisis? 💭

A mental health crisis can look different for everyone, it might be when someone feels overwhelmed, unable to cope, or when their usual ways of managing just aren’t working.

Knowing how to recognise the signs and respond with empathy can make all the difference. ✨

World Mental Health Day may have passed, but these conversations matter every day.

🎥 Watch Tracey’s video to learn more - and stay tuned for the next one: What to do in a mental health crisis.

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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Emergencies happen.

On ordinary days, for ordinary people, life can change in a heartbeat.

In a heartbeat, it’s three o’clock in the morning and your neighbour is frantically knocking on your door because their toddler has stopped breathing and is turning blue.

In a heartbeat, you’re driving home from work, a cyclist has been knocked over and may have life-changing injuries, he’s someone’s Dad and someone’s partner.