Women in Higher Education continue to break barriers, inspire change, and champion success for their students and institutions. One such initiative making a profound impact is the Thrive personal development programme at the University of Warwick. The programme was recently recognised, winning Gold in the ‘Nurturing Wellbeing and Purpose’ category at the QS Reimagine Education…>
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Zak Adams
Higher Education and Further Education Progression Story Be inspired by Zak’s Further Education progression journey. Discover how he made a massive impact within his local community and school after being accepted at Harvard University. In his Further Education progression video below, Zak expresses how he would like to change the perspective for students and help…>
Angela Tombs
Further Education Progression Story Find out how Angela Tombs has inspired many students from West Bromwich in Further and higher education settings and continues to make an impact today. In her FE progression video, Angela talks about the benefits and impact she has had on her career below. Angela Tombs, Assistant Principal for…>
Career Progression Stories
Why work in Further and Higher education? Discover truly inspiring and talented individuals with jobs.ac.uk as they progress in their careers within further and higher education. Every academic has a unique inspiring story, positively impacting families and their local community. Encouraging others to take the leap and begin a career in education. There is no…>
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 from 14-16-year-olds outside the school…>
Your PhD questions answered by jobs.ac.uk
jobs.ac.uk answers your key PhD questions following our ‘Preparing for the academic job market‘ webinar Are you thinking about completing a PhD? Would you like to work in academia however you are not sure what qualifications you would need? In the below article, we shall explore some key PhD questions which many people ask before…>
Is a teaching career the right path for me?
Whilst a teaching career is a popular choice for graduates, and there is a wide range of training routes available to get into different areas of education, a key consideration is whether or not teaching is a suitable vocation for you. This will involve identifying your own skills, motivations and qualifications to map your suitability…>
How can I get into teaching?
Teachers are in high demand in the UK If you are a recent graduate exploring potential career opportunities, teaching can offer a rewarding and fulfilling career option for many individuals. Whilst the labour market in the UK will see variations in the demand for different skills and qualification levels – and therefore job roles –…>
How to overcome writer’s block
Writer’s block is frustrating and requires patience to overcome… …but it is a common challenge, especially for academics and professionals juggling multiple projects and deadlines, whether working independently or in collaboration. We have all been there before, staring at a blank screen as the deadline looms, unable to type a single word. What can you…>
Do’s and don’ts in your PhD application
When writing your PhD application, there are several things you can do to help it stand out. In this article, we shall look at the do’s and don’ts in your PhD application. A well-written application tells a story about the candidate’s background. This story can be supported by the courses they have taken, the qualifications…>