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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…>

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…>

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…>

What are the benefits of working in Further Education?

Why work in Further Education? To quote the Association of Colleges, “Colleges are brilliant”. Serving 1.6 million people, England’s 218 colleges represent the most diverse subsector of our wider education system. From specialist land-based and creative colleges, to sixth form colleges and general Further Education, colleges provide for learners ranging…>

Further Education and your local community

Working in Further Education (FE) can have a direct positive impact on the local community. The sector helps tackle skill shortages such as digital, health, education, engineering and science, and it improves the future of young people. In the following article, we shall explore how FE makes a positive difference…>

What is Further Education (FE)

Overview The UK education system has 4 stages Primary Education Secondary Education Further Education (FE) Higher Education (HE) Further Education refers to post-16 courses and qualifications that are not a degree. In England, it is compulsory to be in education, including apprenticeships, until 18. FE consists of different types of…>

What are support roles in Further Education?

Support Roles in Further Education Support roles in Further Education encompass a wide range of non-teaching jobs. They are the roles that support the teaching staff and students in their academic and social endeavours by providing administrative and maintenance services.   Support staff are a vital part of Further Education institutions,…>

Starting to teach a practical subject

Discover the main attractions for teaching a practical subject in FE jobs.ac.uk have put together this article to help guide you on where to start when teaching a practical subject in further education. Main attractions One of the main attractions for learners when choosing to study a vocational course at…>