by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 21, 2021 | Uncategorised
The DfE has published a research report for the process evaluation of Skills Bootcamps wave 1. The evaluation includes qualitative interviews with a range of stakeholders, a survey of learners and analysis of management information. This article says the report shows...
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 21, 2021 | Uncategorised
The DfE has published a report of a longitudinal study of young people in England on the experiences of careers information, advice and guidance (IAG).
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 21, 2021 | Uncategorised
The government has published a response to the recommendations laid out in the Education Select Committee’s report, ‘Left behind white pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds’.
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 21, 2021 | Uncategorised
Regional winners from the National Apprenticeship Awards 2021 have been announced, celebrating employers, apprentices and champions from a wide range of industries and occupations. The list of winners from the South East and other regions can be seen here. The...
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 21, 2021 | Uncategorised
The Department of Health and Social Care has announced a new £162.5 million fund to help workforce retention and recruitment. Local authorities will be able to access the fund to help boost the number of people working in adult social care.
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 20, 2021 | Uncategorised
SCTP member Aptem, has produced a white paper entitled ‘Degree Apprenticeships: are qualifications the linchpin of success?’ The paper was written to inform the IfATE’s consultation and review of integration and standards in degree apprenticeships. It found that...
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 20, 2021 | Uncategorised
The ETF’s monthly EdTech and Digital update for October has been published.
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 20, 2021 | Uncategorised
This article highlights that the government is extending the flexibility allowing Universal Credit claimants to undertake training for up to 16 weeks. The flexibility, originally announced as a six-month pilot in March 2021, increased the amount of time claimants...
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 20, 2021 | Uncategorised
The CIPD has published a report entitled ‘Addressing skills and labour shortages post-Brexit, examining the need for both short-term interventions and longer-term investment from government and employers to tackle UK skills and labour shortages. It is calling...
by Sarah Sawyer | Oct 20, 2021 | Uncategorised
The DfE has released a new tool for providers in the FE sector to help them better comply with their Prevent responsibilities. The tool can help providers understand how well embedded their policies and practices are and to encourage a cycle of continuous review and...