Macroeconomic Policy Outlook Q1 Report

by SCTP | Mar 11, 2022 | Uncategorised

This report from the Resolution Foundation looks at the current and potential state of the economy.

Careers Guidance Still Prioritises University Routes Over Apprenticeships

by SCTP | Mar 11, 2022 | Uncategorised

Students are still much more likely to get good quality careers guidance and advice on going to university than they are about apprenticeships according to the Sutton Trust. In a new report on the state of careers guidance in secondary schools, the social mobility...

Annual Report from the Apprenticeship Diversity Champions Network Published

by SCTP | Mar 11, 2022 | Uncategorised

The Apprenticeship Diversity Champions Network (ADCN) champions apprenticeships and diversity amongst employers and encourages more people from underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities, women and members of the black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME)...

College Staffing Crisis Hits Two-Decade High, Claims AoC

by SCTP | Mar 11, 2022 | Uncategorised

Colleges that responded to an AoC survey reported 3,293 vacancies. The report said this implies a total of 6,000 vacancies across the sector. Click here for more.

Apprenticeship Non-levy Procured Allocations From 1 April 2022

by SCTP | Mar 11, 2022 | Uncategorised

The ESFA will shortly be extending apprenticeship non-levy procured contracts to cover the 2022 to 2023 financial year. These allocations will include funding to cover the carry in costs of learners who started on or before 31 March 2020. From 1 April 2021, all new...

Proposed Reforms to Post-16 Qualifications at Level 2 and Below

by SCTP | Mar 11, 2022 | Uncategorised

On 2 March the Government launched its consultation on post-16 qualifications at level 2 and below in England. This consultation offers an opportunity to shape the future qualification landscape at level 2 and below, streamlining and improving the quality of post-16...