by Paul Mitchell | Aug 10, 2018 | Uncategorised
For those members who are interested in tracking the devolution process in other areas, click here for the Memorandum of Understanding between the DfE and combined authorities, for the transition period before adult education functions are devolved.
by Paul Mitchell | Aug 9, 2018 | Uncategorised
The Department for Education is threatening “direct intervention” from September at schools that are failing to open their doors to FE providers, as part of a response to non-compliance with the ‘Baker clause’. At the same time Skills Minister, Anne Milton writing in...
by Paul Mitchell | Aug 9, 2018 | Uncategorised
SCTP member, NCFE is holding a free webinar for employers explaining the new apprenticeship system and the requirements for End Point Assessment. This might be useful for some staff, especially new staff working for training providers. It takes place on Wednesday...
by Paul Mitchell | Aug 9, 2018 | Uncategorised
The ESFA has made an announcement today about the future plans for the Apprenticeship Service beyond April 2019. On the face of it the decision to delay the introduction of the Apprenticeship Service for non-levy paying employers for another year until April 2020...
by Paul Mitchell | Aug 9, 2018 | Uncategorised
This interesting article from Stephanie Mason, Head of Further Education & Skills at RSM looks at areas where more evidence of full compliance with the apprenticeship requirements is often needed.