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Fast track degree programme accelerating…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
An innovative training solution from @Siemens Digital Industries is helping upskill their customers and suppliers to capitalise on the opportunities of Industry 4.0. The one year ‘top up’ degree programme gives...
Education Development Trust welcomed as …
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
The Society for Education and Training (@SocietyET) has welcomed Education Development Trust (@EdDevTrust), a not-for-profit organisation that transforms lives by improving education around the world, as a Corporate Partner. They have committed to a Lite membership package through...
Apprentice overcomes disability as he st…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Popular apprentice Zach Chapman refuses to let disability stand in the way of his ambition to become a qualified personal trainer. Zach, 20, from Connah’s Quay, is diagnosed with ataxic cerebral...
UCEN Manchester students recognised by R…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Three students from The Manchester Film School (@UCENmcr) were successful in the RTS North West Student Awards 2021. Three UCEN Manchester students have won two prestigious awards for the fantastic films...
Dedicated Apprentice continues learning …
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Lynn Sheils, from Sunderland, signed up to start her Operations Departmental Manager Apprenticeship Level 5 programme at OCS Group UK with @QubeLearning, a leading national Recruitment and Training Solutions Provider...
Kent Business School in top 100 for ‘t…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Kent Business School @UniKent is among the top 100 ‘triple crown’ business schools worldwide following its European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD). The ‘Triple Crown’...
With the introduction of new features to…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Known for providing learners with cutting-edge technical content and the knowledge and tools to effectively apply it, O’Reilly (@OReillyMedia) is committed to upskilling and reskilling the next generation of innovators...
Outdoor forest classrooms - a new trend …
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Boom in demand for bespoke outdoor school buildings @RoundPegOutdoorBuildings A Midland start-up specialising in creating bespoke outdoor buildings has revealed it’s seen a boom in demand to create outdoor classrooms as inner...
Derby College Group helps Berkeley Inns …
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Berkeley Inns, the rapidly expanding pub restaurant group, is working with @DerbyCollege Group (DCG) to upskill and develop its staff as the hospitality sector prepares to reopen on May 17. Around...
Chubb Donates Laptops to Support Pupils …
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
@Chubb is helping local pupils continue their education remotely throughout the COVID-19 pandemic with its #LaptopsForSchools initiative. When the COVID-19 crisis required schools across the country to close, children were sent home...
Catch up learning: give schools the free…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
#CatchupChallenge - It’s been a chaotic and disjointed year for teachers, students and parents across the UK. As schools have now fully reopened, teachers are not only faced with catching up...
Open University students receive top sch…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Three @OpenUniversity Law students have been awarded scholarships from the highly regarded Gray’s Inn – one of the four Inns of Court which has the exclusive right to call men...
Former apprentice builds for future gene…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Harrison Turner, former apprentice at @TamesideCollege, is helping develop the future for the next generation of construction students. Harrison, who began his career studying carpentry and joinery, is now assistant build manager...
Westminster Kingsway College students sc…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Four students from Westminster Kingsway College (@Westking) have been named among the winners of this year’s Camden Youth Awards. Orla McLaughlin, Marquis Coker, Shorif Miah and Nilton Pimenta received their awards...
Research reveals just 10% of organisatio…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Research by Applaud (@ApplaudHR), the workforce experience layer, has revealed less than 10% of organisations offer hyper-personalised digital employee experiences, while only 27% of HR services can be considered consumer-grade...
Use of flexible hours at work has droppe…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
#FlexFrom1st - The @CIPD urges employers to take more action to ensure people who can’t work from home can benefit from other #flexible working options While working from home has surged in...
Employers show greater confidence than c…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
According to independent job board, CV-Library, the latest job market data for the month of April reveals that, after an initial boost in March, job postings have remained steady. In comparison, applications per job have fallen by -12.8%. The...
Lifetime signs up to Aptem to deliver in…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
@Lifetime_UK, the largest training provider in the UK, has signed up to #EdTech SaaS platform Aptem to deliver #apprenticeships and #Kickstart programmes. The contract was signed in March 2021 and Lifetime...
Bramble live online tuition platform mar…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
@Bramble_io, the live online tuition platform, has marked a major milestone with the launch of two new features. As usage of the platform sailed past a million hours Bramble has unveiled...
London named a world leader in Environme…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
In a major vote of confidence in London’s overall attractiveness as a top investment destination, a poll of global institutional investors shows that the city is leading the world in...
Birmingham tech business strengthens sup…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
#TechTreksBrum - Birmingham-headquartered Intercity Technology (@Intercity_UK) has confirmed the extension of its partnership with social enterprise Ahead Partnership (@AheadP_ship) for 2021 as it looks to continue supporting the career development...
Flight simulator at Cranfield University…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
The @RollsRoyce Future Systems Simulator housed in @CranfieldUni’s Aerospace Integrated Research Centre (AIRC) has been granted an iF DESIGN AWARD. The internationally acknowledged iF DESIGN AWARD identifies outstanding design, its relevance for...
Accessibility statements missing from a …
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Less than half of #apprenticeship providers found to be #DisabilityConfident say @CognAssist Despite new regulations that public sector organisations have a duty to ensure website and apps meet accessibility requirements by 21st June...
CIM announces new Masters level apprenti…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
The Chartered Institute of Marketing (@CIM_Exchange) has announced that businesses across the UK will be able to upskill senior marketers as part of the updated government apprenticeship standard. To address the...
University of Kent new home to renowned …
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
The School of English at the University of Kent (@UniKent) is the new home for the annual online journal Free Verse: A Journal of Contemporary Poetry & Poetics. The publication’s thirty-second issue will be...
University students are to return to in-…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Everything you need to know about the return to university on 17 May Around half of university students – those doing practical courses – have already returned to in-person teaching. All university...
Business Secretary appoints Indro Mukerj…
May 05, 2021 / Executive Appointments
Indro Mukerjee appointed as new CEO of @InnovateUK to help develop the UK's innovation capability and drive investment in research and development. Indro Mukerjee appointed as new CEO of Innovate UK...
Childhood traumatic bereavement during a…
May 05, 2021 / Sector News
Leading experts appeal for an understanding of childhood traumatic bereavement The UK Trauma Council and three child bereavement charities today (5 May) appeal for an understanding of childhood traumatic bereavement during...
Ofqual confirms autumn assessment arrang…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
@Ofqual has published its decisions following a consultation on #GCSE, AS and #ALevel #exams in the autumn. Students who receive a teacher assessed grade this summer will be eligible to take...
Job seeking in 2021 looks very different…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
New research into the impact of the pandemic on the job-seeking landscape has revealed the huge levels of mistrust candidates have about the hiring process, as well as the tricks...
Why online learning works well for mid-c…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Online education provider, Shaw Academy, argues that online learning and extra outside-of-work training is key for mid-career professionals to advance their career, as well as for graduates starting out on their...
Bentley Systems announces new infrastruc…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
@Edu_Bentley Announces New Bentley Education Program Putting Students on the Path to Infrastructure Careers Students and Educators Entitled to Learning Licenses at No Cost Bentley Systems, Incorporated, (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced the...
Learning and development to steer us alo…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
@educ8group - In over 16 years that I have worked with employers, experience has shown that in turbulent times learning and development can often fall down the priority list. The...
New portfolio of Master’s-level manage…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Cranfield School of Management (@CranfieldMngmt) launches new master’s-level (Level 7) programmes in response to employer demand Portfolio of master’s-level programmes designed to meet the new requirements of the Senior Leader Apprenticeship...
NMITE bolsters academic team with new hi…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
@nmite_ac - New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) announces that two new academic staff members; Associate Professor Sarah Peers and Associate Professor Peter Broks, will be joining the academic...
Infection rates dropping in schools: Wha…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
https://dfemedia.blog.gov.uk/2021/05/04/infection-rates-dropping-in-schools-what-does-the-latest-data-show/ Infection rates dropping in schools: What does the latest data show? Posted by: mediaofficer, Posted on: 4 May 2021 - Categories: Coronavirus, Secondary schools A study has shown the percentage of secondary...
Chancellor announces first in-person Fin…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
The Chancellor @RishiSunak has today confirmed that Finance Ministers from across the @G7 nations will meet at Lancaster House in London on 4-5 June. Speaking at a Wall Street Journal event...
Education unions, scientists and parent …
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
A coalition of nearly 20 scientists join with educational unions, including @NEUnion, @unitetheunion, @unisontheunion, @GMB_union, @NASUWT, and over 400 parents, and students have written to Education Secretary @GavinWilliamson to express...
NMITE joins forces with UCL to launch Sa…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (@nmite_ac), an international player in engineering education, has announced the launch of the Safety Champions in Engineering Education programme in partnership with UCL...
Skills for work charity awards £750,000…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Ufi VocTech Trust (@UfiTrust), the UK charity working to scale up the delivery of adult vocational skills through digital technology, today announces over £700,000 of grant funding awards for innovators...
Everything you need to know about the re…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Around half of university students – those doing practical courses – have already returned to in-person teaching. All university students who haven’t yet returned to campus and in-person teaching will be...
Council for Learning Resouces in College…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
In February 2020 CoLRiC launched a new annual survey for members. It replaced our previous performance indicator survey and was designed to inform operational and strategic planning and reflect considerable...
Education experts encourage people to ge…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Education experts are encouraging people, no matter their age, to get outside and get moving in a bid to improve their mental health. The past year has taken a toll on...
5 Things You Should Do Before Starting C…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
While many people attend college right after graduating from high school, this path isn't for everyone. Here are five things you can do before starting college if you're looking to...
Leading Excellence in Engineering and Ma…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Kirklees College (@kirkleescollege) is showcasing how its leading excellence in engineering and manufacturing across West Yorkshire. As one of the leading providers in the region, the college is making a valuable...
Local youths invited to pitch their busi…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Barking & Dagenham College (@BarkingCollege) is launching an online business pitching competition for local youths on 5th May. Open to all 14-19 year olds who live in Barking and Dagenham, ‘the...
Barnsley College sport students take on …
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Barnsley College (@barnsleycllege) Sport students have had the chance to hear from a range of virtual guest speakers as part of Sport and Esports Industry Week. The online talks allowed students...
THE CHEFS’ FORUM ACADEMY LAUNCHES VIRT…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
In a move designed to help local colleges attract the next generation of school leavers, the Chefs’ Forum (@thechefsforum) is helping catering colleges with virtual open days. The first event was...
IET celebrates 150 years with special pr…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (@TheIET) is broadcasting a magazine programme to celebrate its 150th anniversary this month. To celebrate its 150th anniversary on 17 May with the rest of...
TRAINING PROVIDER SECURES BENEFITS FROM …
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
A national security sector-training provider is securing success with participation in one of the UK’s first quality improvement partner programmes. @talentedtrainin Talented Training, based in Leeds, delivers a broad range of...
Right to Learn Campaign Announces Inaugu…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Right to Learn Campaign (@right2_learn) Announces Inaugural Conference on May 20 with David Blunkett as Opening Speaker and Panels Looking at Post Covid Roles For Lifelong Learning Right2 Learn ( R2L)...
The Police Crime Prevention Academy deli…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
Designing Out Crime Officers (DOCO’s) representing eleven police forces are amongst the latest to undertake the accredited Level 5 Diploma in Crime Prevention – Designing Out Crime, delivered by the...
TALL GROUP LAUNCHES SOLUTION TO HELP PRE…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
The TALL Group, the UK leader in the provision of secure paper and electronic payment solutions has partnered with TCS iON to launch a digitised university degree certificate platform to...
Covid 19 crisis sees thousands leave the…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
When the covid-19 crisis hit in early 2020, the art industry (which is heavily reliant on events, auctions and retail galleries) took a hit. However, since moving online the industry...
Nursery Schools forced to make further c…
May 04, 2021 / Sector News
A new survey carried out by @earlyed_uk, @NAHTnews, @NEUnion and @unisontheunion has revealed that over a third (34%) of Maintained Nursery Schools are cutting staffing and services to balance their books as...
Burton and South Derbyshire College stud…
May 03, 2021 / Sector News
Two Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC) have won prizes in an international poetry contest that involved reciting a poem in Korean during a live virtual poetry recital event. Fashion student...
Job seekers' CVs launched into space for…
May 03, 2021 / Sector News
Job board Zoek (@Zoekappuk) partners with space agency to help candidates stand out Three UK job seekers have had their CVs launched into space in a world-first stunt to celebrate Star...
International Workers’ Day 2021: The k…
May 01, 2021 / Sector News
#InternationalWorkersDay2021 - On International Workers’ Day 2021, @Beisgovuk are reflecting on some of the key steps the Government has taken to support workers since last year: The UK has one of the best...
Generation Hope, Generation Change: Paul…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Today (Friday 30 April 2021), NAHT general secretary Paul Whiteman will be addressing school leaders at the union’s AGM in Brighton and online. The full text of his speech ‘Generation Hope...
Students given boost to enter financial …
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Two business students from Barking & Dagenham College (@BarkingCollege) have been given the opportunity to study, for free, on a two-year programme which will see them get work experience at...
Global Chip Shortage Poses Massive Secur…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Semiconductor shortage could weaken security across the UK with NHS/Healthcare, Education and Fintech Industries all at risk Experts working in the field of access control and security have warned that the...
Double Award Win for Newcastle College f…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Newcastle College (@NCLCollege) was recognised for its skills-led student experience last week, as it scooped two trophies at the Educate North Awards 2020. The Educate the North Awards is a prestigious...
Be your very best with Boxing Academy
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
A successful Yorkshire boxing academy helping talented athletes be the best they can be is back and ready to welcome new student recruits. Bradford College (@BradfordCollege) is the only college in...
GMFRS welcome 22 new recruits in the fir…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Yesterday, (Thursday, April 29, 2021), saw 22 apprentice firefighters celebrate their successes at the first ‘Passing Out Parade’ of 2021, following an intensive 15-week operational training course. The event was livestreamed...
Former Derby College Welding students al…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Five former Derby College Group (@derbycollege) level 3 Welding students saw off strong competition to secure apprenticeships with leading power systems company Doosan Babcock. Around 500 students nationally applied to the...
Deadlines confirmed for second phase of …
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Key dates have been confirmed for the second phase of external quality assurance (#EQA) transition for apprenticeship end point assessment organisations. EQA monitors the end-point assessment that apprentices take at the...
Making school uniforms more affordable -…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
With the return to school in full swing, @EducationGovUK have backed a new law to help make school uniforms more affordable for all. Here is what you need to know about...
Care experienced students receive bags o…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Care Experienced students at Fife College (@fifecollege) have received rucksacks containing advice and free items to help them in their studies. The bags were prepared as part of the College’s drive...
Zurich offers free mental health tool to…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Zurich Resilience Solutions, part of Zurich Insurance Group has today launched a new digital tool that allows UK education establishments to educate, identify and manage the mental health risks associated...
MCA and CMI launch new Chartered Managem…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
Over 600 Consultants, Business and Government leaders attended the new Chartered Management Consultant Award today Key speakers included Lord Grimstone, Minister of State at the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy...
Updating and preserving sustainable skil…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (@IFATEched) has unveiled key findings of our route review of technical education for agriculture, environmental and animal care. The summary report highlights the need...
Firms helping vulnerable during pandemic…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
An app which mobilised volunteers to shop for vulnerable people during the pandemic is among the winners in London’s top responsible business gongs. Described as an ‘Uber for volunteers’, onHand, which...
Nous Group acquires Cubane Consulting to…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
International management consultancy Nous Group (@NousGroup) has acquired Cubane Consulting, a world-leading provider of higher education benchmarking services through its collaborative UniForum program, to form an authoritative higher education service...
Greater Manchester Combined Authority Jo…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
GMCA joins 141 organisations in the FutureDotNow coalition to tackle UK digital skills gap 17 million people in the UK are without the essential digital skills for work GMCA has granted £1.5m...
New senior leadership appointments at Un…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
The University of Leeds (@UniversityLeeds) has announced appointments for two new senior leadership roles supporting its strategic ambitions Professor Neil Morris has been formally appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Digital Transformation, having held the role in an...
Scotland spends significantly more per p…
Apr 30, 2021 / Sector News
A new report by the Education Policy Institute (@EduPolicyInst), funded by the Nuffield Foundation (@NuffieldFound), finds that the four UK nations have begun to adopt increasingly different approaches to education...
Labour slams “failing” National Tuto…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
@Labour slams “failing” National Tutoring Programme as figures reveal just 1% of children are being supported by the scheme Labour has today [Friday] slammed the Conservative’s National Tutoring Programme for failing...
NEW APPRENTICESHIP PLACES CREATED IN BRI…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
A new apprenticeship scheme to help young people take their first steps on the career ladder is being launched in Bristol. NatWest Group have joined forces with social mobility charity Leadership...
New law to make school uniform costs aff…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
A new law will require schools to follow Government statutory guidance on school uniform costs. School uniforms will be made more affordable for families under a new law passed by Parliament...
Shadow Health Secretary visits Bradford …
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
Shadow Health Secretary @JonAshworth has praised @BradfordCollege and the power of further education to transform people’s lives as “inspirational”. Mr Ashworth visited the college on Tuesday 27 April to meet with students and...
JRF hails High Court bid to end discrimi…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
@jrf_uk hails High Court bid to end discrimination against legacy benefit claimants The High Court has granted claimants of Employment Support Allowance permission to challenge the Department for Work and Pensions’...
Durham University Business School Welcom…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
Durham University Business School (@DUBusSchool) has announced the appointment of Sally Guyer, Global CEO of World Commerce & Contracting, to its faculty as Professor in Practice in Strategy and Innovation. Created to...
Graduate recruitment in a post-Covid wor…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
The Coronavirus pandemic has had a significant effect on the economy and the job market, one that will likely continue into the foreseeable future. Whether it’s retracted offers, falling job...
Decline in intermediate apprenticeship o…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
The monthly apprenticeship starts to January 2021, and official statistics covering the apprenticeship service and find an apprenticeship were released today (29th April 2021). Today’s level 2 and 3 attainment data...
Labour criticises the government's Natio…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
@NAHTnews - Commenting as Labour criticises the government's National Tutoring Programme, Nick Brook, deputy general secretary of school leaders’ union NAHT, said: “There is a wealth of evidence that suggests one-to-one...
Staggering 46 Coleg Cambria students ach…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
AN AMAZING 46 Coleg Cambria (@colegcambria) students achieved their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards in the same week! A cohort from the north east Wales college is celebrating the amazing landmark...
UE Receives FIBAA System Accreditation
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
The University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) has received system accreditation from the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA) and thus the right to award the seal of...
Borders College Confirms its Commitment …
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
Borders College (@borderscollege) is delighted to launch its new Equality Outcomes which set out practical steps to advance equality for staff and students over the next four years. In a recently...
AVer Europe launches new AI distance lea…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
AVer Europe (@AVerVC), leading provider of video collaboration and education technology solutions, has announced the launch of the AVer DL30, an artificial intelligence auto-tracking camera designed to enhance the distance...
Women in construction – no longer a no…
Apr 29, 2021 / Sector News
Justyna did not want to go to college and study a ‘beauty’ course like many of her friends, Justyna had family members with an engineering background and she was keen...
