Employers commonly bemoan the education system’s failure to prepare young people with the skills and attributes they need to succeed in the world of work. Work experience is one of the best ways for young people still at school to prepare for the challenges that starting work will bring.
An education research body has concluded that Labour’s plans for recruitment in education offer more likelihood of tackling the growing...
Two-thirds of voters do not agree that school gives pupils the skills they need for work, according to a poll.
Teacher vacancies increased by 20% to 2,800 in November 2023 from 2,300 in November 2022, according to newly released government figures.
Unions have welcomed Labour's pledge to recruit thousands of extra teachers.
Schools are facing ‘major challenges’ as parents pull their children out of class for holidays and long weekends.
Institute of Student Employers says the next government should focus on the apprenticeship levy to help increase youth employment.
The Department for Education has restricted a scheme designed to alleviate the shortage of languages and physics teachers in the UK.
The number of young people not in work, education or training at the end of 2023 increased, ONS reveals.
Employers and schools should work more closely together to improve student outreach and employability, according to the Institute of Student Employers.
The Prince's Trust NatWest Youth Index 2024 finds that some young people are forced to turn down a job becasue of the upfront costs.
Education secretary Gillian Keegan wants talks with unions over a minimum service agreement; unions have reacted angrily.
The National Education Union has described the plans for a new 16-19 qualification as 'pie in the sky'.
Is traditional recruitment based on academic qualifications is really necessary? Or should employers look for attitude?Â
As students receive A-level results, research shows that many employers favour skills and future potential over a degree.
The government must not rush into withdrawing funding from longstanding technical qualifications such as BTecs, a Commons committee has urged.
