by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The DfE has introduced regional FE and HE Prevent coordinators to support training providers to build resilience against the dangers of radicalisation. They will do this through strategic engagement with senior leaders and through the provision of advice, support and...
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) rates increased on 1 April. The new rates can be seen here and a supporting publication from the Low Pay Commission is available here. The new NMW/NLW has increased to £8.91 per hour (for those 23 and...
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The DWP has updated the Access to Work factsheet for customers and factsheet for employers with the latest rates effective from 1 April 2021. Also updated is its Access to Work guide for its staff.
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The government has announced the details of the free courses and qualifications available for adults as part of the Lifetime Skills Guarantee. The eligibility criteria and how to apply are available here, and the list of free level 3 qualifications available is here....
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The latest monthly newsletter from the Education & Training Foundation outlines the latest news and support programmes for the FE and skills sector. The ETF’s latest T Level professional development bulletin has also been published.
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The government has added a technical report and some infographics to its recently published ‘Cyber Security Skills in the UK Labour Market 2021’ report, exploring the nature and extent of cyber security skills gaps, skills shortages and job vacancies.
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The latest funding news issued by East Sussex County Council is available, signposting funding opportunities in East Sussex and across the South East.
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
The government has announced £250 million additional funding for research and development for scientists and researchers.
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
Congratulations to Shelagh Legrave, Chief Executive of Chichester College Group, who has been appointed as the next Further Education Commissioner. She will take up her post in October for a two-year term.
by Sarah Sawyer | Apr 1, 2021 | Uncategorised
SCTP members Greater Brighton Metropolitan College and Chichester College Group have announced their intention to merge. The merger will create one of the largest further education groups in the country – consisting of colleges in Brighton, Shoreham, Chichester,...
