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The Turing scheme

What is the scheme? According to the UK Government’s website, ‘the Turing Scheme offers education providers the opportunity to apply for funding to support their students with study and work placements around the world.’ The scheme was announced by the UK government in December 2020. Through the scheme, education providers can enable their students to…>

How to write a brilliant CV

Are you looking to write a further education CV? Have you ever struggled to write a further education CV? Have you spent hours trying to review your CV and felt confused? The following article will help you to create a successful CV and save you time in the process. What mistakes should I avoid? Think…>

Cover letter for job applications

What is the purpose of a cover letter? Whilst your CV offers a brief professional summary of your skills, experience and achievements, it is commonly used by recruiters to initially assess your suitability for a role. A cover letter has a slightly different focus and purpose. A cover letter aims to persuade an employer to…>

Applying For A Teaching Job In Further Education

Further Education (FE) providers are broad in range and have different approaches to recruitment. In this article, we’ve concentrated on the processes in FE colleges. Getting started Treat your search for employment as a research project. Firstly, where do you want to work? Make a list of all the potential employers in your area. You can…>

What is a cover letter when applying for jobs in FE?

Cover Letter for jobs in FE A cover letter is a document that accompanies your CV when applying for jobs. It serves as a personal introduction and supports your application. A cover letter is essential as it gives you the opportunity to explain to an employer why you are the best candidate for the job…>

How to contact a university about visa information

As an international student, it could be difficult to know where to go and find visa information. You may be navigating a new culture and country, and you may come across some language barriers. You might feel overwhelmed by deadlines, new terminologies, and having to provide all the necessary supporting documents. However, the potential challenges…>

How To Make Apprenticeship Training More Valuable

In 2017, the government will push ahead with the new Apprenticeship Levy (AL). This will place more responsibility on larger UK employers to meet the needs of their workforce through modern apprenticeships. It’s hoped the new scheme will encourage more 16-18 year olds into jobs, while giving employers more control over how their apprentices are…>

How do I apply for teaching jobs?

Deciding to be a Further Education (FE) teacher has proven to be a popular and highly rewarding career. However, applying for jobs in the sector can prove difficult. In the first instance, you need to check if you are eligible for the position. For the majority of the roles, you will be required to possess a…>

What is Teaching in Further Education Really Like?

A teaching day in Further Education (FE) is busy and varied. The range of tasks demands that you plan ahead, keep organised and build in flexibility in order to accommodate last-minute changes or requests. Here are just some of the elements that make up the teaching day. Contact time On average, you’ll spend two-thirds of…>

Key Questions To Ask When Starting A New Job

The hardest part is over. You have applied, been invited to interview, and got the job. Well done! However, now you will be faced with a range of new challenges as you prepare to start your new job. Here are some questions to consider and find the answers to in the first few days of…>