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FE Teacher Exit Numbers Still ‘Stubbornly High’ but Improving

by SCTP | Apr 24, 2026 | News

The rate of teachers quitting the FE sector has hit its lowest level in four years, data reveals. Analysis of the 2023-24 teaching workforce found 14.7 per cent left further education the following year. Click here for more from FE Week.

Benefit Losses Force Teens to Reject Apprenticeships

by SCTP | Apr 24, 2026 | News

Experts have warned that disadvantaged young people are quitting apprenticeships due to welfare rules that cost poorer families hundreds of pounds in benefits. Click here for more from FE Week.

WSCC Makes Changes to Open Procurement Framework for Adult Skills and Learning in Response to Devolution

by SCTP | Apr 24, 2026 | News

In April 2026 West Sussex County Council made changes to how this framework will be delivered as part of Local government devolution. The Sussex and Brighton area is moving towards local control of Adult Skills. A new Sussex and Brighton Strategic Authority is now in...

Post-16 L2 and L3 Qualifications: Consultation on 2027 Proposed Subject Content

by SCTP | Apr 24, 2026 | News

The DfE is seeking views on proposed subject content for new V levels, foundation certificates and occupational certificates to be first taught from September 2027. The consultation closes on the 4th June.

Young People and Work Report: Survey with Education Professionals

by SCTP | Apr 24, 2026 | News

This interim report from the DWP provides select findings on teachers’ views of young people’s opportunities and barriers to access and engage in work, education and training, and the current focus of the school curriculum.

Chancellor’s Statement to Parliament

by SCTP | Apr 24, 2026 | News

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has updated the House of Commons on the Government’s economic response to the Middle East.
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