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The proposal to 'retire' the Career Development Professional 6 apprenticeship Update There is a meeting on Thursday 2nd May PM with Sally Timmins from IfATE to discuss the proposal and to provide evidence as to why this apprenticeship is important and needs to continue. Representatives from training providers, the CDI and Careers England will attend and one of the recommendations will be that the Standard be reviewed instead of retired. We shall keep you informed and please feel free to raise your own concerns and share with other professionals across the sector. AC Training #careers #careerdevelopment #employability #careercompanies #universities# #schools #colleges #studentservices #charities #nationalcareersservice #careersprofessionals #careersleaders #careerspractitioners #nhscareers

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How do you drive change in schools? Our new report explores how to maximise the impact of innovation in education - with insights for teachers, school leaders, academics, policymakers, and charities on ways to increase your influence. It’s based on the lessons learned from our evaluation of the Templeton World Charity Foundation ‘Big Questions in Classrooms’ initiative to promote inter-disciplinary teaching. Some of the key findings include:  ☑️ Involve teachers in research. ☑️ Focus on culture.  ☑️ Target school leaders & multi-academy trusts. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eaqZHzGp 

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Weak overall achievement rates have become an unwelcome but persistent feature of the #apprenticeship market. With the DfE reportedly trialling alternative apprenticeships assessments, Think undertook research with the support of Gatsby, that explored the extent to which issues with EPA contribute to low achievement rates and within that, to understand the role of employers, apprentices and providers in supporting completion.  Interesting read on FE News with a link to the full report. #skills #training #policy #education

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ICYMI: Is end-point assessment a barrier to apprenticeship completions? : With providers under the spotlight on achievement rates, a new report explores the part played by EPA in low achievement rates and the role for employers,… Is end-point assessment a barrier to apprenticeship completions?  was published on FE News by Gatsby Charitable Foundation Read more here:

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BPP's Director of Strategy, Nicki Hay (MBE), is running an online employer update on 1st October 2024. This session will provide a high-level overview outlining the new government's proposed changes to the set up for Skills and apprenticeships. If you would like more information relating to the new government, Skills England and the Growth and Skills Levy, please message or email me ([email protected]) and I will send you an invitation to the sessions.   Feedback from the Department for Education (DfE) suggests that Levy flexibilities will take time to implement, potentially starting in the summer of 2025. Ministers are focused on getting this right, ensuring that any changes are aligned with the skills needed for economic growth. Before the election, Labour indicated a commitment to 50% flexibility, but employers should expect a gradual increase, likely starting with a 5-10% flexibility next year, though it's unlikely to reach 50%. Labour is keen to maintain the strength of the apprenticeship brand and avoid any slowdown, so they are encouraging employers to continue planning for apprenticeship starts without waiting for increased flexibility. It's expected that a small list of key growth areas will be approved for Levy flexibilities, likely aligned with the Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs).

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In this event https://shorturl.at/zr6go, we will share the findings from the 2023/24 UK higher education digital experience insights survey. Sign up now to get the latest insights and get your questions answered. #Survey #DigitalInsights #HigherEducation

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LVS Ascot - the path of VAT on education https://lnkd.in/eQtNGZVE So it would be wrong to say tomorrow's budget is eagerly awaited but the best thing for the independent sector to get it out of the way and move forwards. Hopefully the Freddie Kruger type pursuit dreams I've alluded to in the past will fade for new horrors while we work out what it means for our 'working' parents, our staff and most importantly, our pupils. The bottom line is 20% tax on tax paid money for parents - not schools. Where is the promise of no tax for these 'working people'? Tomorrow we should see the full impact assessment along with the decisions? Hopefully we will see KPIs for the impact of this policy based on a number of sources not just the Institute For Fiscal Studies (an admission 90,000 children could be displaced) but other sources such as Adam Smith Institute (if 10% of pupils leave no money gained) The TaxPayers'​ Alliance and the tremendous amount of wise and thought-through efforts of many Lords and MPs from all parties. Lord Hacking, Lord Lexden OBE Lord Karan Bilimoria. Not one Labour MP spoke out at the 8th October Westminster Hall debate Bradley Thomas MP apart from one whose main point was the destruction of the education of SEND pupils as a result of his party's policy. Yesterday we hear from Labour MP Rachael Maskell regarding SEND children - a plea to postpone and think the logistics through. According to DfE stats 18th July 2024 there are 25k more children in secondary education than last year, a cumulative figure that will compound over the next 4 years. Parents are being offered state places miles away from home with an added cost of transport to the tax payer and already near bankrupt councils. Letters remain unanswered or standard letters with the same repeated rhetoric- same with speeches. Our wonderful charity Licensed Trade Charity has had no meaningful response to its queries regarding how this impact a charity that gives away £2m a year to adults working in the licensed trade. House prices in the top 10 comprehensives in the country taking out faith and grammar schools average £650-£1m - social divide will increase. Grammar schools will see increased applications form those who can afford 11+ tuition Loss of up to £1bn in education export- one of our finest exports Mark Brooks MBA More than rumour that school proprietors will sell up and leave. No one can answer you Paul Fraser Tony Perry Loveena Tandon Independent Schools'​ Bursars Association predict 11% of schools will close. Some already have. The end of the journey? No- Freddie will gather breath and come back with vengeance as we now deal with the fall out. Proud to look this in the eye and continue fighting for all children and as always #ProudToBeLVSAscot Independent Schools Association (ISA) Independent Schools Council Skynewsuk.com GB News ITN talkRADIO Global Times Radio Silas Edmonds Guy Ayling Susan Hannam Michelle Catterson Andy Kemp James Wilding

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Digital tools promise cost-effective, timely data for informed decision-making, offering time-saving benefits over paper-based methods. We assessed 50 tools, diving deep into four, to provide insights into their uses and challenges. Our report examines data collection and visualisation tools in education across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia and highlights the key insights and gaps in the market and what support should be provided to fill these gaps. Read the report for more -https://ow.ly/FqJ850Rz9O0

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📈 Our SEND School Improvement programme focuses on 7 key areas—from Intent to Provision Mapping—helping leaders create and embed actionable plans to enhance SEND provision and outcomes. Learn more today ⬇️

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Small businesses in Hartlepool. The Hartlepool Business Forum would like to hear about your success, and for you to nominate yourself for an award. Please follow the link ⬇️ below

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Only 1 week left to benefit from our benchmarking survey! We've partnered with D&I experts, Inclusion 365, to create a short 20-question benchmarking survey for apprenticeship practitioners - and the deadline of the 24th May is fast approaching! Taking part allows you to compare your apprenticeship ED&I approaches to others in the sector, measure your progress and hear about ideas for development. All participants will receive a copy of the benchmarking results, to be published in Summer 2024. The survey is aimed at in-house apprenticeships and early talent managers and leaders, diversity and inclusion leads and team members, along with executive sponsors and employee resource group leaders. https://lnkd.in/eK4abFiw #apprenticeships #earlycareers #EDI #diversityandinclusion #apprentices #socialmobility #inclusion

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A final reminder that UCAS call for feedback on its proposed model for allocating UCAS Tariff points to Level 3 and SCQF Level 6 apprenticeships closes on 20 June. To complete the survey you will need to read the public engagement document below: https://lnkd.in/eFf9NPuC The link to the survey is on page 10 and allows you to put forward your views on the proposal. #Apprenticeships #UCAS

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How to activate hard thinking. See how Kellett school are using student surveys from the Great Teaching Toolkit to identify strengths and areas of improvement. How do you analyse performance at your school or college?

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