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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Further Education

What does Continuing Professional Development (CPD) mean in Further Education, and how can it improve your practice? In this article, Hollie Barnes-Lomax explains what counts as CPD, and what makes it effective. (CPD) in Further Education Further Education (FE) includes colleges, independent training providers and adult and community learning. It…>

FE Career Paths

Further Education Career Paths Do you enjoy working with young people and adult learners? If so, you may consider a career in Further Education (FE). FE Career Paths A career in FE can be genuinely rewarding and much more diverse than people think. My article explores the main pathways into…>

SEN Jobs in Further Education: Career Pathways, Skills and Roles

Would you like to work with young people who have special educational needs? This article explores key roles, required skills, and how to find and apply for current SEND Jobs. SEND stands for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. A SEN professional works with learners who have special educational needs or…>

Staying motivated over the Winter break

As the darker nights draw in and time spent outdoors decreases, looking after your well-being, whilst staying focused on your studies or your job search, can be tough. Finding a healthy balance between living in the present to ensure you stay on track and looking ahead to the new year…>

Free Further Education Cover Letter

We recently provided a Free FE CV Template to help get you started on the first step towards landing a job in Further Education (FE). While your CV can and should be so much more than a list of prior experience, it’s inevitable that in maintaining a clear, concise, tabular…>

How to ask for feedback after a job interview

Do you ask for feedback after job interviews? In the article below, we will share with you some tips on how to request feedback after an interview, including examples of what to say. You have taken part in an interview recently. Having skilfully answered all the questions, you established rapport…>

AI in further education

AI in further education – nearly three years down the road Artificial Intelligence, and especially generative AI, has rapidly made its way into classrooms, lecture halls, and even assignment guidelines. We are now nearly three years since ChatGPT was launched (in November 2022). Some of the use of AI in…>

What’s the difference between FE and HE Lecturers?

Are you thinking about becoming a lecturer in the Further Education (FE) or the Higher Education sectors (HE)? In the article below, we shall explore some key differences and similarities of the two roles. HE Lecturer Working as an HE lecturer can be an incredibly rewarding job. You can talk…>

The impact of Further Education (FE) phone policies

Phone bans in classrooms and schools are becoming increasingly popular. A recent study has found that banning phones in the classroom has not had the desired effect. Students in college are in that fine line between school and adulthood, with the desire to be treated as adults, which is the…>

Free Further Education CV template

Looking to land a job in the further education sector? Crafting a standout CV is the first step towards making a great impression. Whether you’re applying for a role as a teacher, administrator, or support staff, having a well-organised and professional CV can set you apart from the competition. To…>