Introduction

Whether you’re a one-person startup or a growing employer, our goal is the same: help you grow, develop and thrive.

• Accredited Training Courses
  
  
• HR & Business Support Services
  
  
• Digital and Coaching Services

We’re local, responsive, and practical. Training isn’t a tick-box—it’s real support for real teams. With a base in Newquay and strong ties across Cornwall, we’re here for businesses both large and small. 

We offer a wide range of different opportunities, courses, and qualifications that you can sign up for:

• Level 2 Awards and Certificates with Highfield and NUCO Awarding Bodies
  
  Level 3 Awards and Certificates with Highfield and NUCO Awarding Bodies
  
  
• Accredited Training Courses – From leadership programmes to compliance, we cover the full spectrum of professional development. Including; Food Safety, First Aid, Personal License, Mental Health, Leadership and Management
  
  
• HR & Business Support Services – We manage the complex stuff so you don’t have to: HR systems, employee relations, workplace culture, digital presence, wellbeing, and more.
  
  
• Free Workshop Offers – We’re proud to run no-cost sessions via Eventbrite including subjects like sexual harassment awareness, ADHD in the workplace, and digital wellbeing (exploring the link between social media and mental health). These help make training accessible and show our commitment to real, meaningful change.
  
  
• Coaching and Mentoring – 121 and group coaching, in person/ online, 6 week support programmes.
  
  
• Digital and Coaching Services – Need social media strategy, content creation, or personal branding? We’ve got that too. Learn it or outsource it—our dual-model gives you choice and flexibility. Specialising in content and admin support for all our social media platforms, photography, and videography.

We’re local, responsive, and practical. Training isn’t a tick-box—it’s real support for real teams. With a base in Newquay and strong ties across Cornwall, we’re here for businesses both large and small.

Saffron Academy offer a personal approach. We pride ourselves on ensuring the work we undertake is what is needed by a business and not just off the shelf.  Our team has over 150 years’ experience in the training and development of people and businesses.

Thanks to Claire for her HR Management, along with her Training, we have been able to bring some great opportunities to the team during 2024. And we have more lined up for 2025!”
— Client Testimonial

“When I heard about the flexibility of Saffron HR services, I immediately thought how good this service would have been when I managed different hotels back in the day. Instead of having to employ a full-time HR manager and depending on the size of the establishment, an entire HR team, the pay as you go element of this invaluable service provides the professional assistance you need when you need it, just brilliant!”
— Charmian Licsauer

“We have Saffron Academy on a retainer, ensuring we receive dedicated support each month… Their commitment to offering ongoing support has been invaluable.” 
— Client Testimonial