By Mark Dawe, Chief Executive at AELP: Members will be aware from Countdown and the sector press that following the outcome of the most recent non-levy ITT, AELP wrote to ministers calling for an urgent review….
DfE has published advice on sexual violence and sexual harassment between children in schools and colleges. The advice includes descriptions of sexual violence and sexual harassment, the important role preventive education can play and effective safeguarding…
DfE has published a consultation on proposed changes to statutory safeguarding guidance. The consultation closes on 22 February. DfE intends to publish revised guidance – for information to help you plan for any changes – in…
The Government Equalities Office (GEO) is launching a fund to increase opportunities for those seeking to return to work following a period caring for children, relatives or others (“returners”). Twelve to eighteen projects will be commissioned…
In the first weeks of 2018, the Education and Training Foundation (ETF) will be hosting nine free regional workshops funded by the Department for Education to promote the £10 million Flexible Learning Fund1 to employers, adult…
The latest labour market data (Aug – Oct 2017) shows a mixed picture; the number of people with a job has decreased, as has the number of unemployed. Analyst say Britain’s long employment boom is faltering…
DfE are seeking views on proposed changes to qualified teacher status, including proposals on improving career progression for teachers. The proposals may also form part of the preparation for enabling teaching staff to be ready to…
Following recommendations made by Lord Sainsbury’s Panel reviewing technical education, the government is introducing T-Levels in 2020. The Department for Education would like your feedback on the development of T-Level programmes and how they should be…
Following the recent publication of a consultation on T-level development, the IfA has now launched its consultation on draft occupational maps, which will help shape the way that the new qualifications are governed, and around which…
The Institute for Apprenticeships has published an advert to recruit up to three new members to its Board. Board members bring together strategic input from business, employer representatives, academics and other senior representatives with expertise in…
