John Ruskin College Proudly Partners with The King’s Trust
John Ruskin College is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with The King’s Trust to deliver a dynamic and engaging 12-week employability programme from…
Day: 1 April 2026
Defunding The Level 2 Cleaning Hygiene Operative Apprenticeship Could Put Public Health and Social Mobility at Risk, Says £72bn Sector
I was among the cleaning and hygiene sector staff who celebrated when we won approval for the Level 2 Cleaning Hygiene Operative apprenticeship. This was…
Greater Manchester’s universities and industry partners are powering national progress
Regional leaders showcase how collaboration is accelerating the UK’s industrial strategy at ‘Made in Greater Manchester’ event. Leaders from industry, government, academia and civic organisations…
Two Teesside college chief execs to join forces in Great Wall of China trek
College leaders Grant Glendinning and Zoe Lewis have never been ones to shy away from a challenge. And the latest is sure to test both…
Novus to support Sheffield offenders into jobs through flagship Connect to Work programme
Novus Transforming Lives will deliver the major new employment programme in Sheffield, focusing on helping prison leavers to find work and thrive Prison leavers returning…
In an Age of AI, When Do Startups Need Human Support the Most?
Although EdTech founders can now tap into AI tools to make decisions about their businesses, Accelerators are more relevant than ever. The promise of AI…
Award-Winning Innovation: Portland College Recognised for Donkey Assisted Therapy Programme
Portland College is proud to announce it won the 2026 Natspec Award for ‘Innovative Approach to Mental Health and Wellbeing’, by developing Donkey Assistive Therapy…
Kirklees College students lead historic slavery remembrance ceremony
On 25 March, Kirklees College students and staff gathered at Harewood House for a powerful, student‑created ceremony marking the International Day of Remembrance of the…
Students come together for mock trial inspired by Netflix series
Students from across the University of Sunderland have been experiencing courtroom life through a mock murder trial inspired by award-winning Netflix drama Adolescence. Journalism, Performing Arts, Law and Policing students brought together their…
Youth Unemployment Is Rising – Why This Could Be a Turning Point for Youth Opportunity
Rising youth unemployment highlights growing complexity for practitioners. This article explores how recent reforms, system challenges and frontline insight shape what’s needed to support young…