Blackout Dates For Ofsted Inspection Planning

Many members will be aware that Ofsted is now able to offer providers the option to notify Ofsted of dates during the year when inspection will not happen – otherwise known as blackout dates. This is a useful facility which enables providers to avoid inspection at...

ESFA Update Issue 388

Latest from the ESFA (formerly SFA) including: 1. QAR 2016 to 2017 – re-release of provisional data for all providers; 2. ‘Class of 2018’ – graduation ceremonies during National Apprenticeship Week; 3. Apprenticeship framework withdrawals; 4. Funding claims...

Prince’s Trust Publishes Youth Index 2018

The Prince’s Trust has published its latest annual Youth Index report based on the thoughts and prospects of 16-25 year olds with higher numbers than ever reporting concerns about their futures, their job prospects and their general well-being. It found that an...

ERSA View Of The Current Employment Sector

Kirsty McHugh, Chief Executive of the Employment Related Services Association (ERSA) has written a useful article for Fe News that outlines the current issues and perspectives for those operating in the world of DWP and supporting people into employment.