Education and Employers

British Columbia: K-8 Career Explorations Initiative

…Handbook Part 1 – guides for teachers organising their first career activity and inviting volunteers from the world of work into schools K-8 Career Exploration Handbook Part 2 – career…

Primary Futures launches nationally

…Luke’s Year 6 pupils in action at the Primary Future launch event last night! Watch our short film about Primary Futures in action at St Luke’s School https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEHw5gtgeq4&index=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ln6kxvZJfWM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwFvHyOeZo0…

Inspiring the Future: three milestones and what they mean

Inspiring the Future (www.inspiringthefuture.org) is the free service provided by Education & Employers which allows UK state schools and colleges to connect online with employee volunteers to support young people…

New report reveals major disconnect between young people’s career aspirations and jobs

…report by by Head Teacher, David Baldwin Find out more See report:‘Disconnected; Career aspirations and jobs in the UK’ Read press coverage of the Disconnected report below: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-51192450 https://www.tes.com/news/school-careers-support-inadequate-say-third-pupils https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/youth-of-today-still-aspire-to-jobs-of-yesteryear-09hxpx78q…

Welcome to the new website

Welcome to the updated Education and Employers Taskforce website! We’ve redesigned the Research section to make it much easier to browse through Taskforce publications and to explore our extensive collection…

The Importance of Experience of the World of Work in Admissions to Russell Group Universities: a Desktop Review of Admissions Criteria for Six Courses

…of work experience with regards to the admissions policies of undergraduate courses at Russell Group universities. It investigates whether this cohort of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) expect their undergraduate applicants…

Members of the Royal Warrant Holders Association inspire primary school children

…jobs they do. And the jobs were indeed interesting and varied – there were printers, bookbinders, chocolate makers, engineers of military accoutrements, tailors, cabinet makers, car makers and an equestrian…

Employer Engagement: Preparing Young People for the Future

…community of researchers and practitioners back together after a challenging 2020. We can’t wait to see you there. Find out more, submit a paper and book your tickets at https://www.educationandemployers.org/research/employer-engagement-preparing-young-people-for-the-future/….

Apprenticeships Support and Knowledge for Schools Roadshow – free apprenticeships CPD for school and college teachers and careers practitioners

…Essex Attendees need to book a place in advance, so to register please complete the booking form here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/apprenticeships-support-and-knowledge-for-schools-roadshows-london-and-the-south-tickets-10058991715 Please email charlotte.lightman@educationandemployers.org to register your interest or with any questions….

Steps in the right direction: Inspiring the Future volunteer hosts workplace visit

…of a book title to reflect the way they view their body, encouraging them to think positively about themselves whilst enhancing their understanding of the practical applications of their school…