Who are DMR Training?

DMR Training are based in Greater Manchester and London and work with people and businesses across the country at different stages of growth.

DMR Training. Helping people build better lives, one skill at a time.

At DMR Training, we’re here to make a real difference, giving people practical skills and proper support so they can put food on the table, feel proud of their work, and open doors to new opportunities.

We’re here to help, not just to train. Whether you’re starting out, retraining, or aiming higher, we’ll be the team you can count on. If we say we’ll do it, we do it, because every person matters, and every skill learned is a step towards a better future.

DMR Training Team Photo

Our services

What we can do for you

Our qualifications

We currently offer the following recognised qualifications:

  • NVQ Level 2 – 7 in various construction trades
  • NVQ Level 2 – 3 in various low-carbon and retrofit trades

Upskill your team

We provide flexible training courses to help you fill skill gaps in your team. We cover a range of construction trades including dry lining, painting & decorating, bricklaying, groundwork and fire-stopping.

Tailored training

Every business has a unique set of goals and staff development needs. We are in favour of a tailored training approach that includes:

  1. A one-to-one skills scan
  2. A personal account manager

Consulting

We offer support and guidance to colleges and training providers with Internal Quality Assurance, centre management and NVQ assessment. Get in touch to find out if we can help you.

Lectures and webinars

Educational and staff development lectures – coming soon at DMR.

Funding and costs

Construction companies and workers may be eligible for government NVQ funding. Please Contact us so we can check your eligibility.

Ineligible for government funding? We offer an affordable self-funded assessment payable in two parts – 50% upfront and 50% when you finish your qualification.

Our vision

To give more people the opportunity to
reach their full potential.

Our purpose

Providing pathways for people to
succeed in life.

Our core values

Say it, do it – Clear, honest, direct. No jargon. No waffle. Straight answers. We keep promises, on time and in full. If we say it, it’s already happening.
Hands-on – Sleeves rolled up. Late-night calls, site visits, paperwork support, we show up and move things forward.
Built around life – Training and support should fit around shift patterns, school runs, and caring duties. If you need a different approach, we’ll find it.
Outcomes over optics – Real change, not big talk — jobs landed, promotions earned, paydays made, pride restored.

Awards

Recognition that reflects our commitment.
Trusted for delivering outstanding results.

Our awarding bodies

City guilds
CSkills
Pro Qual
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Our awarding bodies

Meet DMR Training's
trainers & assessors

Assessor - Mark Barnes

Mark Barnes

Assessor - Ryan Rimmer

Ryan Rimmer

Assessor - Carl Williams

Carl Williams

Andrew Keary Assessor

Andrew Keary

James Oldham, Assessor

James Oldham

Meet DMR Training's office team

Dave Radley, DMR Training's CEO

Dave Radley

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Elizabeth Radley, DMR Training's COO

Elizabeth Radley

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

David Melia, DMR Training's Head of Curriculum & Standards

David Melia

Head of Curriculum & Standards

Sarah Wetson, DMR Training's Head of Business Support

Sarah Weston

Head of Business Support

Kerry Mullins, DMR Training's Contract Manager

Kerry Mullins

Contract Manager

Anna Cairnes, DMR Training's HR Manager

Anna Cairnes

HR Manager

Tracey Gaskell, DMR Training's Financial Manager

Tracey Gaskell

Finance Manager

Steve Graham, DMR Training's Trainer & Lead Internal Quality Assurer

Steve Graham

Trainer & Lead Internal Quality Assurer

Julie Brierley, DMR Training's Quality & Compliance Officer

Julie Brierley

Quality & Compliance Officer

Daniella McGergor, Relationship Manager

Daniella McGregor

Relationship Manager

Aliyah Ghani, Client Relationship Advisor

Aliyah Ghani

Client Relationship Advisor

Lauren Meekin, Client Relationship Advisor

Lauren Meekin

Client Relationship Advisor

Ellike Hanbridge, Client Relationship Advisor

Ellike Hanbridge

Client Relationship Advisor

Gemma Fairhurst, Data Inputter

Gemma Fairhurst

Data Entry

Braydon Doherty, Administrative Assistant

Braydon Doherty

Administrative Assistant

Phoebe Grogan, Administrative Assistant

Phoebe Grogan

Administrative Assistant

DMR Training's journal