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SUMMARY:Apprenticeship curriculum design
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’ve been on our curriculum webinar series\, or are new to SDN\, this Masterclass will help you hone your skills as a curriculum developer.\n\nDeveloping a curriculum for apprenticeship standards is challenging. In many cases\, it is less prescribed\, employers have greater input into the content and sequencing\, and the prior learning of the apprentice needs to be taken into account.\n\nIt’s something the ESFA and Ofsted are looking at closely too.\n\nOver a 3.5-hour interactive online session\, Chris Cherry will take you through a step-by-step example of how to deconstruct a standard and build the curriculum from the top down.\n\nDuring the session\, you’ll work on short activities at each stage to develop your understanding and skill and come away with a clear model you can use for the apprenticeship standards you deliver.\n\nHere’s what we’ll cover during the session:\n\n 	The principles of good-quality curriculum design\n 	A practical step-by-step worked example:\n\n\n 	Deconstructing the standard and amplifying the KSBs\n 	Articulating the learning outcomes\, deciding on the learning methods and building in other components\n 	Shaping this into ‘episodes of learning’ as part of a Scheme of Work\n 	Translating the Scheme of Work into an Individual Learning Plan which takes both the apprentice’s prior learning and employer requirements into account\n\n\n 	Practical tips on how to adjust the curriculum and training plan “mid-flight” during the programme\, to meet the needs of the apprentice and employer\n\nAbout your session\n\nThe session will be facilitated by Chris Cherry an SDN expert in apprenticeship on-programme training and end-point assessment. Chris has supported hundreds of apprenticeship organisations to develop their curriculum against the new standards and has lots of insights to share.\n\nThis masterclass is designed for those involved in the design and development of your apprenticeship curriculum and materials.\n\nBefore the session\, you’ll be sent a 1-hr webinar\, giving you an overview of the curriculum planning process for apprenticeship standards.\n\n“Breaking down the KSB’s and how the curriculum forms the ILP was a key learning point. Excellent session and also enjoyed the pre-training recording.”\n\n – Orange Moon Training\n\n“I’ve been trawling the internet and asked FE colleagues about curriculum design and found nothing useful. This is just the ticket. Very engaging\, informative and fun to listen to. I’ve learned more in the first 15 minutes than the previous 15 years.”\n\n“Very informative and helpful”\n\n – Previous event attendees\n\nBooking and payment:\n\nYou can either attend the live session or be sent the recording and materials if you prefer to go through it in your own time but we highly reccommend attending live to get the most out of this interactive session.\n\nIf you have several staff who would benefit\, let us know and we’ll send you details of the most cost-effective way of accessing the session.\n\nIf you’re a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority)\, and unable to book via card\, please email us. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice)\n\nAny questions\, please email us.\n\nSDN CPD is designed for Government funded Training Providers. If you’re not a Government funded Training Provider but are still interested in attending please email events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk to discuss your attendance in more detail before booking.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/apprenticeship-curriculum-design-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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SUMMARY:EPA – Maximising the opportunity of Policy Changes
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nRecent announcements are set to reshape how End-Point Assessment (EPA) is approached\, with a stronger emphasis on embedding specific EPA principles into the design process from the outset.\n\nJoin us for this insightful webinar as we unpack these changes and explore what they mean in practice. Gain a deeper understanding of the updated principles and how they will impact EPA design moving forward.\n\nObjectives\nBy attending this session\, you will:\n\n• Gain a clear understanding of the proposed changes and implementation timelines\n• Learn what the new EPA principles entail and how they will impact current EPA arrangements\n• Explore key considerations for your sector\, including how on-programme delivery and assessment may evolve\n\nFacilitator\nCharlotte Bosworth\, Managing Director\, Innovate Awarding
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/epa-maximising-the-opportunity-of-policy-changes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
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SUMMARY:Building Confidence and Tackling the “Anti-Maths Mindset”
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThis webinar focuses on general strategies (rather than specific maths content) to engage students and improve maths outcomes. It encourages maths-related delivery across vocational areas and tutorials based around topical and contextualised material.\n\nObjectives\nThis webinar will help delegates to:\n\nRecognise the key principles of the maths mastery approach and identify how these can be translated into a delivery strategy at your organisation;\nDevelop a strategy for raising the profile of maths across college and increase collaboration between departments;\nIdentify the causes and symptoms of maths anxiety\, and plan and deliver lessons that support learners with maths anxiety.\nThe session will suggest some strategies for streamlining maths delivery and signpost resources and schemes of work. It will highlight the importance of cross-college collaboration\, and consider how to address the challenges of maths anxiety in the classroom.\n\nIt is intended that learners receive a consistent message regarding the importance of maths\, and a fresh approach that presents a contrast to previous negative experiences. Learners with maths anxiety will be given support to achieve and ultimately to reduce their anxiety.\n\nFacilitator\nSam Edwards\, Pick ME Consulting\n\nClick here to register or to find out more information.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/building-confidence-and-tackling-the-anti-maths-mindset/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250623T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250623T120000
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SUMMARY:Effectively Self-Assessing Quality of Provision Under Ofsted’s New Framework
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful webinar with Peter Nelson\, former HMI\, as he explores the pros and cons of self-assessing this year against Ofsted’s new inspection framework. \n\n\n\nDuring this session\, Peter will: \n\n\n\n• Consider several options of how you might approach self-assessment and the structure of your self-assessment report (SAR) and quality improvement plan (QIP)• Introduce Ofsted’s new inspection framework\, and how that might have a bearing on this year’s SAR• Explore how you might approach grading of your SAR• Introduce the toolkits\, and summarise the main points of each of the key judgements contained in the new inspection framework• Provide practical insights on how to self-assess objectively and identify areas for improvement. \n\n\n\nThis is an invaluable opportunity for education providers to gain expert guidance and help ensure the rigour of your quality improvement process. \n\n\n\nPlease contact info@fin-online.org.uk for any support with booking. \n\n\n\nEvent Booking (sphr.uk)
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/effectively-self-assessing-quality-of-provision-under-ofsteds-new-framework/
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250626T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
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SUMMARY:FREE WEBINAR - DISCOVERY SESSION WITH FIN - WITH OFSTED INSPECTION DATA AND TOP TIPS
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informal session hosted by Peter Nelson\, former Ofsted Inspector. Peter will share some updates on inspections with some top tips. This is also an opportunity to find about the Fellowship of Inspection Nominees (FIN) and how your organisation could benefit and answer any questions you may have. Peter will also provide attendees with an insight into the guidance and knowledge members have access to. We look forward to meeting you. \n\n\n\nIf you have any problems registering please email Caroline at info@fin-online.org.uk for assistance. \n\n\n\nEvents – Fellowship of Inspection Nominees (fin-online.org.uk)
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/free-webinar-discovery-session-with-fin-with-ofsted-inspection-data-and-top-tips-4/
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250626T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
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SUMMARY:Apprenticeship compliance for leaders - CPD accredited
DESCRIPTION:“An apprenticeship deliverer is only going to be compliant if they understand the real risks within their organisation”\n\nThis CPD-accredited\, in-depth webinar series digs deeply into the realities of apprenticeship compliance.\nDesigned for managers and leaders who want strategies for apprenticeship compliance\, these sessions bring to life the knowledge and understanding of the core rules and funding methodologies. Beyond the basic rules\, you’ll look at the foundations of compliance across your organisation\, and how curriculum\, evidence system design and monitoring of implementation are integral to getting compliance right while also strengthening quality.\n\nAt the end of the series\, you will:\n\n 	Be able to critically evaluate compliance in your own area of operation\n 	Have developed your understanding of best practice for reducing risk\n 	Increased your knowledge of common errors and how to avoid them\n\nWe’ll take you through:\n\n 	Key compliance principles – How it all should work\n 	Risk in areas of operation\n 	Managing the risk of rogue elements within your organisation\n 	Safeguarding funding through the apprentice journey – the data needed\n 	The three R’s\, Right programme\, Right learner\, and Right employer\n 	Compliance strategies\n 	Common strategic errors\n\n \n\nAbout your session\n\nDavid Lockhart-Hawkins\, SDN’s funding and compliance expert will facilitate this series. After working in the sector for over 20 years\, David has supported hundreds of providers to establish effective compliance systems. His in-depth understanding of funding and wider apprenticeship delivery gives him a unique insight into compliance across the organisation.\n\nThis Compliance for Leaders series is now fully CPD accredited! The accreditation reflects the industry-leading insights and practical strategies the series gives you. Not only will you come away more confident to lead compliance in your team and organisation\, you will also receive a CPD certificate to evidence your personal development.\n\nWe’ve built this series so that providers can send middle and senior managers from all departments and areas on an intensive high-level compliance journey so that they can bring new ideas and best practice examples back into their organisations.\n\nWe highly recommend that you attend our Apprenticeship compliance fundamentals and what this means for your role series prior to attending these webinars. This will introduce all apprenticeship staff to the core apprenticeship rules and where their role fits in the compliance journey.\n\n \n\n“Gave me a better understanding of how to improve quality through compliance audits and reviews within the company.”\n\n“Very insightful\, lots of great knowledge and handouts to help.”\n\n– Previous event attendees\n\n \n\nBooking and payment:\n\nYou can either attend live sessions or be sent the recordings and materials if you prefer to review them in your own time. You can also mix and match for whatever works best for your schedule.\n\nIf you have several staff who would benefit\, let us know and we’ll send you details of the most cost-effective way of accessing the session.\n\nIf you’re a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority)\, and unable to book via card\, please email us. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice)\n\nSDN CPD is designed for Government funded Training Providers. If you’re not a Government funded Training Provider but are still interested in attending please email events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk to discuss your attendance in more detail before booking.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/apprenticeship-compliance-for-leaders-cpd-accredited-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250708T100000
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SUMMARY:Nominee Masterclass: Embedding Inclusion in Ofsted Readiness
DESCRIPTION:With the introduction of Ofsted’s revised inspection toolkit later this year\, the expectations for nominees have evolved—placing greater emphasis on inclusion and learner outcomes. Whether you’re stepping into the nominee role for the first time or are experienced and keen to align with the latest reforms\, this masterclass is essential. \n\n\n\nThis session will strengthen your confidence\, deepen your understanding of the updated inspection methodology\, and equip you with the tools needed to ensure your provision delivers high quality and engaging education and training. \n\n\n\nThis masterclass will cover:• Understanding Ofsted’s Toolkit: what’s changed\, what it means for your provision\, and how to evidence strong practice under the revised grading approach• The role of the nominee: personal attributes\, leadership responsibilities\, and how to drive inspection readiness• Inspection structure and EIF: from deep dives and curriculum intent to documentation and methodology—aligning practice with the new toolkit• Barriers to learning: how to identify\, mitigate\, and evidence strategies for closing gaps in learner engagement and achievement• Inclusive provision: creating an environment where every learner can thrive\, and demonstrating inclusive culture through curriculum\, teaching\, and support• Learner achievement rates: understanding\, interpreting\, and presenting your data in the context of impact and quality• Managing learner and employer perceptions: their role in shaping inspection outcomes and how to prepare stakeholders effectively• Challenging inspection judgments: when and how to respond professionally to emerging themes during inspection \n\n\n\nWith Ofsted’s focus shifting towards a more transparent\, inclusive\, and phase-specific approach\, this masterclass offers the clarity and direction needed to navigate the new landscape with confidence. \n\n\n\nPlease contact info@fin-online.org.uk for support with booking. \n\n\n\nEvent Booking (sphr.uk)
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/nominee-masterclass-embedding-inclusion-in-ofsted-readiness/
CATEGORIES:Livestream,Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250725T160000
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SUMMARY:Level 3 Award in Education and Training (Fast-track)
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Solvendis Teaching Excellence programme we are pleased to be able to offer an effective response to the need to develop the teaching and training skills of staff working in Post-16 education. \nThis intensive programme is designed for: \n\nnew or existing trainers with hands-on vocational expertise who are seriously looking to develop their teaching and training skills. This could include those recently moved into a training role from assessor role\nstaff new to the roles of trainer and assessor.\n\nThe programme will focus on those aspects of training so essential in ensuring sound learning – and\, of course\, meeting the requirements of the Education Inspection Framework.  Participants will benefit from a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders in the education and training sector.  They will develop their teaching and training skills through a clear understanding of inclusive teaching and learning\, and be able to plan\, deliver and evaluate learning which meets the needs of all learners in a safe and supportive learning environment. \nFinally\, participants will gain a detailed understanding of the different types and methods of assessment. \nTo complete the programme\, participants will be required to attend four workshop days\, which will include learner-led microteach\, as well as completing some pre-course work and assignments.  Assessment will be via portfolio\, assignment and observation. \nAlthough there are no minimum entry requirements for this course\, participants should be able to demonstrate the minimum core levels of literacy\, language\, numeracy and ICT skills expected of all teachers and trainers in the sector. At the end of the programme\, successful participants will be awarded the Level 3 Award \nDelivered online\, delegates need to attend on 17\, 18\, 24 & 25 July 2025 (10.00 – 4.00 each day).
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/level-3-award-in-education-and-training-fast-track-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250722T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
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SUMMARY:Experiential Learning: Turning doing into learning
DESCRIPTION:OverviewThis webinar will help participants design and deliver practical\, work-based learning tasks that not only engage learners but also lead to meaningful\, lasting learning. By grounding activities in the principles of experiential learning\, attendees will gain insights into how to move beyond simple task completion toward experiences that foster critical thinking\, reflection\, and the transfer of skills to real-world situations. Whether you’re facilitating in classrooms\, workshops\, or workplace settings\, this session will provide a framework for turning active participation into deep learning\, enhancing learner outcomes and professional practice. \nObjectivesThis webinar will help delegates to: \nUnderstand the Principles of Experiential Learning: Participants will explore the concept of experiential learning and its relevance in fostering deep\, transferable knowledge.Explore Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle: Participants will identify the stages of Kolb’s cycle (Concrete Experience\, Reflective Observation\, Abstract Conceptualization\, and Active Experimentation) and how they apply to teaching and learning.Develop Strategies for Experiential Learning: Participants will design activities that integrate experiential learning principles into their teaching or workplace practices.Reflect on Current Practices: Participants will evaluate their use of experiential learning and identify opportunities to enhance their approach. \nFacilitatorPaul Wakeling\, Education Consultant \nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/experiential-learning-turning-doing-into-learning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T123000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T123008Z
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SUMMARY:Future-Proofing Your Curriculum: Built to Adapt. Designed to Achieve
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nThis hands-on workshop explores how to design adaptive learner pathways that respond to real starting points – using the 4D Initial Assessment model as a springboard. You’ll collaborate to build three distinct pathways and explore practical strategies for sequencing support\, stretch\, and engagement. Expect challenge\, reflection\, and ready-to-use tools to future-proof your curriculum design – helping you create learning journeys that work for every learner and stand strong under scrutiny.\n\nObjectives\n\nDelegates attending this webinar will leave with an understanding of:\n\nWhat happens when we structure learning through adaptive pathways rather than fixed programmes\nReal-world examples to help you build a more responsive ad adaptive curriculum\nWhat it really means to ‘sequence for equity’\nDesigning personalised learner journeys from their starting points and beyond\n\nFacilitator: Gemma Hart\, Head of Quality Apprenticeships\, Fuel Learning\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/future-proofing-your-curriculum-built-to-adapt-designed-to-achieve/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250812T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
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SUMMARY:Level 4 Certificate in Leading the IQA of Assessment Processes and Practice
DESCRIPTION:This Level 4 accredited qualification is designed to develop delegates practical quality assurance skills helping them to become effective quality assurance practitioners in a range of Post-16 contexts both in the workplace and in the classroom.  This course covers both ‘Internal Quality Assurance’ and ‘Lead Quality Assurance’ roles.\n\nWe anticipate that delegates will already be working in post-16 education as a teacher/ trainer/assessor or coach. Delegates may have a strong vocational background and some will have moved into teaching/ assessing as a secondary career.\n\nThrough participation in this important strand of the Solvendis Teaching Excellence programme you will complete three modules to help you develop and craft your assessment skills.  These modules require 3 days of taught sessions and then for delegates to gather evidence from their own professional practice before returning to a 1:1 portfolio review.\n\nDelivery is made up of 3 mandatory modules as follows:\n\n 	Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of\nAssessment\n 	Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment\n 	Plan\, allocate and Monitor Work in Own Area of Responsibility\n\nTotal attendance time is 3 days of delivery and then a separate 1:1 session once all evidence has been gathered and submitted.\nAll delegates must have access to a suitably qualified mentor who can offer advice\, support and guidance during the practical application and portfolio creation.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/level-4-certificate-in-leading-the-iqa-of-assessment-processes-and-practice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars,CPD Courses
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solvendis":MAILTO:neil@solvendis.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250815T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
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SUMMARY:DfE Accountability Framework
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nJoin us to explore the essential principles of the ESFA Accountability Framework and the key quality metrics it uses to assess provider performance. This session will equip apprenticeship providers with the knowledge and tools to effectively monitor\, measure and enhance their delivery – ensuring they meet and exceed the quality benchmarks under ESFA scrutiny.\n\nObjectives\n\nIn this focused webinar\, members will:\n\nGain a comprehensive understanding of the quality indicators that underpin the ESFA Accountability Framework\nLearn what triggers ESFA intervention and what providers can expect in cases of under-performance\nDiscover best practice strategies for benchmarking performance\, including how to factor in contextual considerations that may influence accountability outcomes.\n\nFacilitator\nAlison Tate\, Audit & Compliance Manager\, Skills Office Network\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/dfe-accountability-framework/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250818T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T123127Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Apprenticeship Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:Apprenticeship financial management is complex.\n\nDo you\, and your organisation\, know whether your provision is modelled effectively and profitable? Do you meet the compliance obligations for pricing and costs?\n\nGetting your apprenticeship pricing right is essential for DfE compliance but perhaps more importantly for operating a financially sound apprenticeship programme. This three part webinar series is designed for role holders working in finance or operations to understand the funding methodology in apprenticeships\, the compliance obligations and benefits of effective implementation.\n\nFor example:\n\n 	How do you measure whether a new apprenticeship standard is financially viable for you to deliver?\n 	Are you clear on what the apprenticeship actually costs you to deliver and where a profit margin can be made?\n 	Can you forecast revenue effectively and identify profitability?\n 	Are you clear on what are eligible and ineligible costs and that you aren’t overclaiming or underclaiming funding?\n 	Are you reporting your training price breakdown correctly to the employer?\n 	How do you recognise the apprentice’s prior learning and reflect this in your costings?\n 	Are you applying the correct training price for your own employees (which must be at cost price)?\n\n\n 	Session 1 – The funding model in England and funded components\n 	Session 2 – Apprenticeship costs and pricing\n 	Session 3 – Necessary infrastructure and variables\n\nIn the webinar series\, we’ll help you to understand:\n\n 	the apprenticeship funding model in England\n 	understand price components of training and assessment\n 	eligible and ineligible costs\, how to identify these at a budget level and implement an effective offer to an employer\n 	cost models and options\n 	the importance of effective contracts with employers\n 	the role of employer co-investment and models of collection to ensure compliance\n 	Additional funding components: additional payments and learning support\n 	the impact of prior learning on cost models\n 	Employer-provider variables\n\nYou will receive a CPD attendance certificate after the series\, as evidence of your personal development.\n\nBooking\n\nYou can either attend the live sessions or be sent the recording and materials if you prefer to review them in your own time.\n\nIf you’re a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority)\, and unable to book via card\, please email us. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice).\n\nSDN CPD is designed for Government funded Training Providers. If you’re not a Government funded Training Provider but are still interested in attending please email events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk to discuss your attendance in more detail before booking.\n\nIf you have several staff who would benefit\, let us know and we’ll send you details of the most cost-effective way of accessing the session.\n\nUnable to make date / times? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording and materials.\n\nWho is this in-depth webinar for?\n\nThis series is for anyone involved in the development of apprenticeship budgeting and financial operations. This could\, for example\, include finance staff\, compliance staff\, employer-facing staff\, business development teams\, commercial leads\, senior managers / decision-makers.\n\nNote: This programme is a 25/26 update to our previously delivered series on understanding apprenticeship costings.\n\nFacilitators and speakers\n\nThe session will be facilitated by David Lockhart-Hawkins\, SDN’s funding and compliance expert will facilitate this series. After working in the sector for over 20 years\, David has supported hundreds of providers to establish effective compliance systems. His in-depth understanding of funding and wider apprenticeship delivery gives him a unique insight into compliance across the organisation.\n\nWhy an SDN webinar?\n\nSDN has directly supported 5\,000 apprenticeship staff\, from 1\,000 organisations\, to prepare to deliver apprenticeship standards and end-point assessment. We’ve also worked closely with over 80 of the trailblazer employer groups\, giving us a unique insight into what is required.\n\nPayment\n\nTo keep prices down\, payment for this event must be made online via credit card (book below). If you are a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority) who is unable to book via card\, please email us on: events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk.\n\nTerms and Conditions\n\nThe Terms and Conditions (including our refund policy) for SDN courses\, events and webinars can be found here. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice)\n\nAny questions\, please email: events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/understanding-apprenticeship-financial-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars,CPD Courses
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SUMMARY:Action Planning for Your Next Funding Audit
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nIs your organisation ready for its next DfE funding audit? \nJoin us for a powerful\, practical session designed to help providers like yours navigate the complexities of compliance with confidence. \nLed by Rupert Crossland\, one of the sector’s most respected audit and compliance professionals\, this webinar will equip you with a clear and strategic action plan to ensure you’re audit-ready and aligned with the latest DfE expectations. \nObjectives \nWhat You’ll Gain: \nA clear understanding of the key stages of the DfE FE funding audit process\nPractical tips for identifying and addressing critical compliance issues\nInsights into audit scope – including what lies beyond the main sample\nKnowledge to create a tailored action plan that meets audit demands head-on\nConfidence in safeguarding your organisation’s funding streams and credibility \nFacilitator \nRupert Crossland\, Director of Audit and Compliance\, Professional Assessment Limited (PAL) \nClick here to register or to find out more information.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/action-planning-for-your-next-funding-audit-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250811T131309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T134048Z
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SUMMARY:Considering an Apprenticeship?
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering doing an Apprenticeship to advance in your role or gain promotion? \n\n\n\nCome and hear from our apprenticeships expert\, Louie Stronach\, who has worked with many employers and apprentices alike to support people as they consider apprenticeships. He is aware of how exciting but also how daunting it is to embark on this journey if you’ve never done it before. So he is perfect to be able to talk you through what happens in reality\, how to use them to benefit your career\, and he can pretty much answer any question that you may have. Not many people catch him out now! \n\n\n\nOn the day\, we will have support from another member of our team who works on specific apprenticeship subjects namely Teaching Assistant\, Team Leadership\, Customer Service\, Sales Executive and Business Administration. So\, if you are interested in an apprenticeship in any of those areas then this will be particularly helpful for you and you can ask subject specific questions in the session or they’ll be very happy to help you later\, 1-2-1\, if you prefer. This really is helpful to anyone considering an apprenticeship though.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/teaching-assistant-apprenticeship-swarm-training/
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T124039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T124048Z
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SUMMARY:Embracing AI in Education – Tools\, Trends and Tactics
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nArtificial Intelligence is transforming education—but are you using it to its full potential?\n\nWhether you’re tech-savvy or just curious\, this jargon-free session will guide you through how AI can support your teaching\, planning\, assessment and learner engagement. From ChatGPT to Copilot and content generators\, we’ll explore how to integrate these tools meaningfully and safely into everyday practice.\n\nLed by experienced IT and education expert Richard Parker\, this practical\, accessible session will provide live demos\, real-world examples\, and honest discussions about what AI can (and can’t) do. You’ll walk away with fresh insight\, greater confidence\, and a toolkit of ideas you can start using straight away.\n\nAI is already changing the landscape of education and training. This session will help you understand the potential\, avoid the pitfalls\, and take confident first steps toward harnessing AI in your own delivery.\n\nObjectives\n\nBy attending this webinar\, you will:\n\nUnderstand what AI is — and isn’t — in an education context\nExplore practical tools like ChatGPT\, Diffit\, and Grammarly you can try immediately\nSee how other education providers are using AI to save time and boost impact\nLearn how to get started safely and ethically with AI in your own setting\n\nFacilitator\n\nRichard Parker\, Senior Product Manager\, Firebrand Training\, End Point Assessor for IT & Digital Standards\, Keynote Speaker\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/embracing-ai-in-education-tools-trends-and-tactics/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250728T142950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T142955Z
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SUMMARY:Ensuring Clean ILR Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nAccurate ILR data isn’t just an admin task—it’s essential to funding\, compliance\, and audit readiness. This focused\, one-hour webinar will guide providers through the key challenges\, common errors\, and best practice approaches to achieve clean\, reliable ILR submissions—every time.\n\nLed by Matthew Smith (SON)\, this session will help teams responsible for Apprenticeship data understand how to identify and resolve errors\, interpret critical reports\, and avoid common data pitfalls that affect funding\, performance\, and audit outcomes.\n\nWhether you’re preparing for R14\, dealing with ongoing data challenges\, or simply want to strengthen your internal processes\, this session is packed with insights to help you succeed.\n\nObjectives\n\nBy attending this webinar\, delegates will:\n\nUnderstand the most common ILR data entry errors and their impact on funding and reporting\nLearn effective techniques to clear and resolve errors across multiple ILR fields\nExplore the Apprenticeship Data Match report\, including how to eliminate lingering records\nDiscover how to use ILR submission reports proactively to prevent issues before the claim deadline\n\nFacilitator\n\nMatthew Smith\, Data and Funding Manager\, Skills Office Network\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/ensuring-clean-ilr-submissions-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250915T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T124455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T124500Z
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SUMMARY:Data management in apprenticeship programmes: including ILR and operational effectiveness
DESCRIPTION:Do you and your organisation have confidence in collecting and analysing data to generate funding effectively\, inform operations and meet your compliance obligations?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nData management is the foundation for compliance and operational effectiveness. Apprenticeship programmes require ILR and operational data. They utilise mandatory fields but also require a host of other data points to inform current and forecast performance.\n\nThis multi-part webinar series comprises over 8 hours of professional development. Designed for leaders and operational and data management staff\, this series covers the key principles for compliance and efficient operations.\n\n \n\nSession 1 – Mon 15 Sept\, 2pm – 4pm: “Awareness”\nILR essentials\, the core fields and data needed and common errors\n\nSession 2 – Wed 24 Sept\, 2pm – 4pm: “Control”\nThe data cycle for apprenticeship funding\n\nSession 3 – Thur 25 Sept\, 2pm – 4pm: “Assurance”\nUnderstand DfE compliance approaches\, Provider Data Self Assessment Toolkit and Post 16 Monitoring Reports\n\nSession 4 – Fri 26 Sept\, 10am – 12pm: “Develop”\nImproving your data visibility\, forecasting and building confidence in performance\n\nWe will cover:\n\n 	The ILR recording expectations\, core fields and data needed across the phases of the apprenticeship journey.\n 	Common ILR errors and how to design processes to mitigate them.\n 	Controlling the integrity of our data.\n 	Data sources and key monthly processes needed to meet DfE requirements.\n 	Core reporting requirements for operational efficiency and performance evaluation.\n 	How to self-assess your data using PDSAT and Post 16 monitoring reports\n 	The Apprenticeship Accountability Framework and the necessary data to inform long-term compliance.\n\n\n\nYou will receive the following tools with the series:\n\n 	Operational reporting checklist\n 	Recognition of Prior learning calculator\n 	PDSAT management checklist\n\n\n\n\n \n\nAbout your session\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Lockhart-Hawkins\, SDN’s funding and compliance expert will facilitate this series. After working in the sector for over 20 years\, David has supported hundreds of providers to establish effective compliance systems. His in-depth understanding of funding and wider apprenticeship delivery gives him a unique insight into compliance across the organisation.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis series is for anyone involved in the management of provider data\, focusing on data management leadership but would also be useful for team members in data operations.\n\nNote: This programme is a 25/26 update to our previously delivered series on ILR and Data management in apprenticeships.\n\n\n\n\n\n“David’s knowledge and expertise is unparalleled.”\n – Event attendee \n\n\n\n\n \nBooking and payment: \n\n\n\n\n\nYou can either attend live sessions or be sent the recordings and materials if you prefer to review them in your own time. You can also mix and match for whatever works best for your schedule.\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have several staff who would benefit\, let us know and we’ll send you details of the most cost-effective way of accessing the session.\n\nIf you’re a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority)\, and unable to book via card\, please email us. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice)\n\nSDN CPD is designed for Government funded Training Providers. If you’re not a Government funded Training Provider but are still interested in attending please email events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk to discuss your attendance in more detail before booking.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/data-management-in-apprenticeship-programmes-including-ilr-and-operational-effectiveness/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250818T090312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T090317Z
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SUMMARY:Achieving Compliance in Claiming Learning Support and Applying Functional Skills Exceptions - Sponsored by Cognassist
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nMany providers miss out on Learning Support funding—not because they aren’t eligible\, but because they lack confidence in navigating the rules and evidence requirements.\n\nThis practical session will demystify the apprenticeship funding rules around Learning Support and Functional Skills exceptions\, giving you the clarity and confidence needed to support your learners effectively and claim the funding you’re entitled to.\n\nLed by compliance expert Rupert Crossland (PAL)\, this session will take you through everything from assessing learning difficulty to documenting support delivery and evidencing continued need. You’ll also get the latest on the new Functional Skills flexibility for apprentices with learning difficulties and disabilities.\n\nObjectives\n\nThis webinar will help you:\n\n-Understand how to put effective and compliant reasonable adjustments in place\n-Assess the suitability of your screening and assessment methods\n-Apply and evidence learning support in line with DfE expectations\n-Avoid common pitfalls and confidently claim Learning Support funding\n-Decide when Entry 3 Functional Skills may be appropriate under the latest guidance\n\nWith better understanding comes better access—for your learners and your organisation.\n\nFacilitator\n\nRupert Crossland\, Director of Audit and Compliance\, Professional Assessment Limited (PAL)\n\nFREE for the sector to attend\, as this webinar is kindly sponsored by Cognassist.\n\nClick here to register or to find out more information.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/achieving-compliance-in-claiming-learning-support-and-applying-functional-skills-exceptions-sponsored-by-cognassist-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T124813Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of Tiny Gains: Simple Strategies to Build Practical Literacy and Communication Skills
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nSmall changes can have a big impact.\nIn the wake of changes to Functional Skills requirements\, it’s more important than ever for providers to embed core literacy and communication skills into vocational delivery — especially for 19+ apprentices.\n\nThis practical webinar explores how to make gradual\, targeted improvements to learners’ written and spoken communication that add up over time. Using the concept of “tiny gains”\, we’ll look at how to build skills in a way that aligns with employer expectations\, inspection frameworks\, and learner goals — all without overwhelming your delivery.\n\nObjectives\n\nYou’ll learn how to:\n\nSet and track simple literacy and communication goals with learners\nEmbed relevant skills into vocational delivery (e.g. vocabulary\, SPAG\, transactional writing\, summarising)\nUse dynamic\, contextualised delivery to improve learner engagement\nEnhance learner confidence\, employability and progression\nMeet Ofsted expectations through everyday practice\, not add-ons\n“A 1% improvement every day for a year makes you 38x better by the end of it.” – James Clear\n\nFacilitator\n\nSam Woodland\, Pick ME Consulting\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/the-power-of-tiny-gains-simple-strategies-to-build-practical-literacy-and-communication-skills/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T124321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T103833Z
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SUMMARY:Achieving Excellence: NCG's Standards for Quality and Continuous Improvement
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nJoin this insightful session exploring how NCG delivers high-quality educational outcomes through a clear\, unified approach to quality assurance\, professional standards\, and continuous improvement. \nDelegates will gain a practical understanding of how NCG’s strategic intent is operationalised across its colleges—through deep dives\, robust observation frameworks\, and consistent professional development for staff. You’ll learn how these processes drive learner progress\, build staff capability\, and align with NCG’s mission to support social mobility and economic prosperity. \nThis is a valuable opportunity for quality leaders and improvement-focused professionals to reflect on best practices and take away ideas for immediate implementation. \nObjectives \nBy attending this session\, delegates will: \nUnderstand NCG’s Strategic Intent – including its mission\, vision\, and aspiration to achieve an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ judgementLearn how standardised professional standards contribute to high-quality and consistent learner experiencesGain insight into the tools\, training and frameworks used to embed continuous improvement across a multi-college groupTake away ideas and resources to support local implementation and drive performance \nFacilitator \nRoss Radford\, NCG \nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/achieving-excellence-ncgs-standards-for-quality-and-continuous-improvement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250728T143049Z
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SUMMARY:Good Governance in Practice
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThis session launches a three-part series designed to transform how governance is viewed and practised across the skills sector. Governance isn’t just compliance—it’s a strategic lever for excellence. \nLed by Marie McQuade and Dan Baxter of Peridot Partners\, this webinar will explore how good boards contribute to better inspection outcomes\, sharper leadership accountability\, and long-term organisational resilience. \nDrawing on experience across the charity and public sectors\, attendees will reflect on how to evolve governance from passive oversight to proactive\, high-impact leadership. \nObjectives \nBy attending this session\, delegates will: \n\nUnderstand the true purpose of governance beyond ticking boxes\nExplore how governance contributes directly to inspection success and provider performance\nLearn how to build or refresh an effective board using skills audits and strategic recruitment\nDiscover how to shift from passive oversight to informed challenge and support\nBenchmark their own board’s practice using sector and cross-sector examples\nWithout strong governance\, organisations risk ineffective leadership\, poor inspection readiness\, and missed opportunities for strategic development.\n\n 
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/good-governance-in-practice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20251013T102637Z
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SUMMARY:Making Maths & English Matter: Embedding Core Skills for Confident\, Work-Ready Learners
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nWith the February 2025 removal of mandatory Functional Skills for some apprenticeships\, there is a growing risk that Maths and English development will be side-lined. Yet these skills remain essential for workplace competence\, learner progression and employer satisfaction.\n\nThis interactive 3-hour workshop will equip vocational tutors\, Functional Skills staff and curriculum leads with practical\, adaptable methods to embed Maths and English seamlessly into their delivery.\n\nContent will focus on live delivery impact — how to spot\, create and maximise opportunities for core skill development during training sessions\, workplace learning and reviews. The session will cover approaches that work with all learners\, including those with maths anxiety\, low literacy confidence or English as an additional language.\n\nAI and digital tools will be explored as time-saving enhancers for resource creation and differentiation\, without losing the human connection that makes learning stick.\n\nWhy This Topic\, Why Now\n\nPolicy change means Functional Skills is no longer guaranteed in every apprenticeship — but employer and Ofsted expectations for numeracy and communication remain high.\nWithout intentional embedding\, learners may leave with qualification ‘ticks’ but not the transferable skills they need for sustained success.\nProviders are under increasing pressure to show that Maths and English are relevant\, contextualised and integrated — not bolt-ons.\n\nObjectives\n\nThis workshop will cover:\n\nIdentifying opportunities to embed Maths and English into vocational teaching\, progress reviews and workplace tasks.\nStrategies to overcome common learner barriers such as Maths anxiety\, writing reluctance and limited workplace vocabulary.\nInclusive\, culturally relevant examples to make core skills accessible to diverse learner groups.\nDigital tools and AI integration to adapt activities for role relevance and learner need.\nReady-to-use activities and techniques for immediate implementation.\n\nFacilitator\n\nChristine Edwards\, QTLS\, Creating Excellence\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/making-maths-english-matter-embedding-core-skills-for-confident-work-ready-learners/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250818T085620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T171422Z
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SUMMARY:Making Maths & English Matter: Embedding Core Skills for Confident\, Work-Ready Learners
DESCRIPTION:Practical strategies to integrate maths and English into everyday vocational delivery\n\nOverview\n\nWith the February 2025 removal of mandatory Functional Skills for some apprenticeships\, there is a growing risk that Maths and English development will be side-lined. Yet these skills remain essential for workplace competence\, learner progression and employer satisfaction.\n\nThis interactive 3-hour workshop will equip vocational tutors\, Functional Skills staff and curriculum leads with practical\, adaptable methods to embed Maths and English seamlessly into their delivery.\nContent will focus on live delivery impact — how to spot\, create and maximise opportunities for core skill development during training sessions\, workplace learning and reviews. The session will cover approaches that work with all learners\, including those with maths anxiety\, low literacy confidence or English as an additional language.\n\nAI and digital tools will be explored as time-saving enhancers for resource creation and differentiation\, without losing the human connection that makes learning stick.\n\nWhy This Topic\, Why Now\n• Policy change means Functional Skills is no longer guaranteed in every apprenticeship — but employer and Ofsted expectations for numeracy and communication remain high.\n• Without intentional embedding\, learners may leave with qualification ‘ticks’ but not the transferable skills they need for sustained success.\n• Providers are under increasing pressure to show that Maths and English are relevant\, contextualised and integrated — not bolt-ons.\n\n \n\nObjectives\n\nThis workshop will cover:\n\n 	Identifying opportunities to embed Maths and English into vocational teaching\, progress reviews and workplace tasks.\n 	Strategies to overcome common learner barriers such as Maths anxiety\, writing reluctance and limited workplace vocabulary.\n 	Inclusive\, culturally relevant examples to make core skills accessible to diverse learner groups.\n 	Digital tools and AI integration to adapt activities for role relevance and learner need.\nReady-to-use activities and techniques for immediate implementation.\n\nFacilitator\n\nChristine Edwards QTLS\, Creating Excellence\n\n 
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/support-in-the-effective-delivery-of-functional-skills-in-maths-level-1-and-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251002T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251002T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20251013T102820Z
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SUMMARY:Contextualised Careers Advice and Guidance: Meeting Inspection\, Matrix Standard and Gatsby Requirements Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nEnsuring learners are equipped for the future isn’t just good practice – it’s a statutory requirement and a critical component of quality and inspection frameworks in the FE and Skills sector.\n\nThis practical and insightful half-day online workshop will help you and your organisation to meet the required Ofsted Inspection\, matrix standards and Gatsby Benchmarks.\n\nYou’ll gain some strategies\, tools\, and resources to embed high-quality careers guidance throughout the learner journey\, including onboarding and curriculum delivery\, with specific focus on supporting all learners\, including those with SEND\, ALN\, and EHCPs.\n\nObjectives\n\nWhy attend?\n\nUnderstand the latest statutory and Ofsted inspection framework toolkit requirements for CEIAG\nExplore practical ways to embed careers education into curriculum delivery\, aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks and the matrix Standard\nEvaluate proven CEIAG strategies\, tools\, and resources for FE and HE settings\nHear directly from the provider voice on effective practice\nDevelop a tailored CEIAG action plan to strengthen your Self-Assessment Report (SAR) and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)\n\nFacilitator\nMaureen Deary\, FE and Skills and Independent Schools Inspector\, Strategic Adviser in Quality\n\nGuest speakers\nIan Smith\, FES Consultant\, Inspector\, Formed Ofsted Senior HMI\, Roger Chapman\, Head of Service\, The Matrix Standard\, Tom Shirt\, Project Manager\, The Gatsby Foundation\, and Sue Gomer\, LLP Partner\, Quality Director\, DSL\, Logistica Training and Consultancy Ltd\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/contextualised-careers-advice-and-guidance-meeting-inspection-matrix-standard-and-gatsby-requirements-part-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20251013T103017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T103023Z
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SUMMARY:Engaging the Disengaged: Free Webinar for FE & Skills Leaders – Sponsored by Gateway Qualifications
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nAlmost 1 million young people in the UK are now classed as NEET – not in education\, employment\, or training.\n\nFor those of us working in the FE and Skills sector\, the question is clear: what can we do to change that?\n\nJoin our free webinar to explore practical\, proven approaches that Independent Training Providers (ITPs) and employers can take to re-engage young people and give them the skills\, confidence\, and opportunities they deserve.\n\nObjectives\n\nYou’ll learn:\n\nThe changing profile of NEETs – and what this means for your work\nHow ITPs are successfully re-engaging hard-to-reach learners\nFunding routes and partnership models that make initiatives sustainable\nPractical tips you can apply straight away to make a difference\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register your FREE spot.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/engaging-the-disengaged-free-webinar-for-fe-skills-leaders-sponsored-by-gateway-qualifications/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251006T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T122851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T122857Z
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SUMMARY:Apprenticeship compliance for your role
DESCRIPTION:Everyone involved in apprenticeship delivery should understand the fundamentals of apprenticeship compliance.\n\nWhether you’re involved in training\, curriculum design\, quality assurance\, employer engagement or administration – understanding what ESFA compliance means for your role is crucial in helping the organisation to draw down the right funding and mitigate risks.\n\nDesigned around the latest version of the funding rules and updated in-year\, this three-part series is designed to introduce all apprenticeship staff to the core apprenticeship rules and where their role fits in the compliance journey.\n\nPart 1 will look at the typical apprentice journey\, the core rules that matter and common solutions seen\, including the importance of the little details and core parts of the evidence pack.\n\nPart 2 will look at common errors and build an understanding of risk awareness as part of a transparent compliance culture.\n\nPart 3 will open the floor to core questions and discussions of best practice.\n\nYou will receive a CPD attendance certificate after the series\, as evidence of your personal development.\n\nThis series\, led by David Lockhart-Hawkins\, will help you to:\n\n 	Understand the core compliance rules for Apprenticeships\n 	Understand how they fit into the typical apprentice journey\n 	Know how funding works and what this means for your role\n 	Keep an eye out for common errors\n 	How to mitigate funding risks\n\nParticipants will also receive a useful workbook that highlights the key areas of the learning journey.\n\nThis series takes place on Monday 6 October (2-3.30pm)\, Wednesday 8 October (2-3.30pm) and Thursday 9 October (2-3.30pm).\n\nIf there are any dates/times where you aren’t available\, register anyway and we’ll send you the recording and slides.\n\nBooking Information\n\nTo enable your organisation to make the most of the training we have set the following price structure:\n\nSingle ticket: £195 + VAT\n\nGroup ticket: £395 + VAT\n\nDo you have a team who would all benefit from attending? This ticket allows for 10 registrations\, we want all your team to benefit.\n\nPlease get in touch if you would like to discuss a price for a larger group.\n\nWho is this webinar series for?\n\nPerfect for new starts across all departments as well as those requiring a refresher\, this is designed for all staff involved in administrating or delivering apprenticeships so they can develop a healthy understanding of compliance and how it relates to their job role.\n\nFacilitators and speakers\n\nDavid Lockhart-Hawkins\, SDN’s funding and compliance expert will facilitate this session.\n\nAfter working in the sector for over 20 years\, David has supported hundreds of providers to establish effective compliance systems. His in-depth understanding of funding and wider apprenticeship delivery gives him a unique insight into compliance across the organisation.\n\nSDN’s CPD is drawn from its work with over 1\,000 apprenticeship providers and thousands of staff – giving you a unique insights into practices that can drive the quality of your provision. Our sessions are also intensely practical – equipping you with the knowledge and resources to act and make improvements in your role and organisation.\n\nPayment\n\nTo keep costs down\, payment for the webinar series must be made online via credit card (book below). If you are a Local Authority\, and unable to book via card\, please email us on: events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk.\n\nTerms and Conditions\n\nThe Terms and Conditions (including our refund policy) for SDN events and webinars can be found here. When you make a booking\, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice)\n\nAny questions\, please email the SDN events team: events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/apprenticeship-compliance-for-your-role/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Masterclasses,Online & Webinars,CPD Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251007T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20250721T125141Z
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SUMMARY:New legal duty of preventing Sexual Violence and Sexual Harrassment in workplace
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nFrom August 2024\, new legal duties require employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace—not just respond to it. Are you and your team prepared?\n\nThis essential\, introductory-level webinar will provide staff across post-16 education and training with a clear understanding of the Worker Protection Act\, what constitutes workplace harassment\, and how to respond appropriately and lawfully.\n\nLed by Carly Spicer\, Safeguarding Consultant from ECP Safeguarding\, this session offers a supportive space to explore practical strategies\, statutory expectations\, and everyday actions to protect learners\, colleagues\, and your organisation.\n\nObjectives\n\nBy attending this webinar\, delegates will:\n\n– Understand Harassment vs. Bullying – Learn the legal definitions and why the distinction matters under the Worker Protection Act\n– Recognise Problematic Behaviours – Identify the signs\, behaviours and prevalence of sexual harassment\, including current statistics and trends\n– Assess the Impact – Explore the emotional\, psychological and operational consequences of harassment in learning and working environments\n– Develop Response Strategies – Gain tools for bystander intervention\, respectful communication\, and navigating complex areas like consent and freedom of speech\n– Implement Safe Reporting – Understand how to establish effective\, compliant reporting channels\, including whistleblowing support and how to manage disclosures\n\nClick here to register or to find out more information.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/new-legal-duty-of-preventing-sexual-violence-and-sexual-harrassment-in-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
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SUMMARY:Mastering Project Management Skills for Apprentices
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nIn today’s dynamic professional landscape\, project management isn’t just a skill—it’s a critical foundation for apprenticeship success and effective End-Point Assessment (EPA).\n\nThis practical\, hands-on webinar is designed for anyone supporting apprentices through projects\, helping them build confidence\, accountability\, and the capability to deliver results. Whether you’re guiding learners or developing curriculum\, you’ll gain valuable insight\, proven strategies\, and ready-to-use tools to embed robust project management practices within your programmes.\n\nLearn how strong project management can drive both EPA success and long-term organisational value.\n\nObjectives\n\nThis focused workshop will help you:\n\n– Understand the role of project management in apprenticeships\, EPA\, and personal development\n– Apply the project lifecycle in real apprenticeship contexts\n– Implement practical tools to plan\, monitor\, and complete projects\n– Support learners in building accountability\, time management\, and resilience\n– Overcome common project challenges and enable high-quality outcomes\n– Foster collaboration and stakeholder engagement\n– Take away actionable plans for integrating PM into your apprenticeship programmes\n\nFacilitator\nChristine Edwards QTLS\, Creating Excellence\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/mastering-project-management-skills-for-apprentices/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T080247
CREATED:20251013T103114Z
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SUMMARY:Empowering Learners with Digital Skills for Life and Work
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\nDigital capability is no longer optional—it’s a core life skill\, as vital as maths and English. Whether it’s managing everyday online tasks or thriving in a fast-changing workplace\, learners need the confidence and skills to succeed in a digital world.\n\nThis interactive webinar will:\n\nDemystify the digital skills landscape—exploring why digital capability is now central to employability\, inclusion and lifelong learning.\nClarify EDS and DFSQs—understanding how they connect\, and what this means for your delivery.\nProvide practical strategies—showing how to embed digital skills seamlessly across programmes\, from adult education to apprenticeships.\nConnect digital to sustainability and progression—highlighting how building capability supports Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and learner futures.\nYou’ll leave with clear\, actionable ideas to strengthen your organisation’s digital skills offer—and to better equip your learners to live\, work and progress with confidence.\n\nObjectives\n\nBy the end of this session\, delegates will:\n\nNavigate the policy landscape with confidence—understanding the role of Essential Digital Skills (EDS) and Digital Functional Skills (DFSQs) in today’s learning and employability agenda.\nSpot opportunities to embed digital learning across existing programmes\, apprenticeships and adult provision.\nApply practical strategies to build both staff and learner confidence in using and developing digital skills.\nMake clear connections between digital capability\, employability\, inclusion and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).\nTake away tools and prompts to review and enhance their organisation’s current digital skills strategy.\n\nFacilitator\n\nChristine Edwards\, QTLS\, Creating Excellence\n\nClick here to find out more information or to register.
URL:https://www.fenews.co.uk/event/empowering-learners-with-digital-skills-for-life-and-work/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online & Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="AELP Webinar Team":MAILTO:webinar@aelp.org.uk
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