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Welcome to the July e-news update 


In this edition: 
  • Digital functional skills qualifications - a new podcast from Ofqual
  • Reimagining Study Programmes
  • Free online functional skills courses
  • CPD and support to help you improve learner outcomes in maths, English and digital skills
  • Lots more - read on... 
Best wishes for a relaxing summer break!


Barbara Zealley
Editor
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Digital functional skills - Ofqual podcast
This podcast explains more about the differences between the current ICT Functional Skills qualifications and the new Digital Functional Skills qualifications. More 

Current and future demand for digital skills - a call to action
Two reports on digital skills at work have been published by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. The first looks at the current demand for digital skills, and the second at the digital skills workers will need to succeed in the workforce in the next ten years. More

ESOL: access and progression
This report contains research about the availability of ESOL courses and the progression through ESOL provision in England. It covers: ESOL provision offered by learning providers; delivery of ESOL courses; demand for the courses and who accesses them. More

The 5Rs approach to GCSE maths resits
This revision year approach to GCSE Maths resits aims to support students to improve their attainment. It consists of a set lesson structure and lesson content, and three short initial diagnostic tests of nine underpinning mathematical skills. More

Centres for Excellence in SEND
Three national Centres for Excellence in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) will provide expert support for leaders, managers and practitioners who wish to put learners with SEND at the centre of their organisation. More
Training & Events
Reimagining Study Programmes
Would you like to enhance and develop your 16-19 Study Programme provision? Take a look at this new subsidised support package. There are places for just 23 providers, so early booking is advised. More
Shaping Success
An update on support and professional development opportunities to help you develop your teaching approaches and improve learner outcomes in maths, English and digital skills. More
Resources
Free online functional skills courses 
These free online courses from OpenLearn aim to provide an introduction to Functional Sklills English and Functional Skills Maths at Levels 1 and 2, while giving learners the opportunity to earn digital badges. 
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BBC Bitesize Careers
This BBC website explains the world of work, with advice from people who've found the right path for them, and useful sections on CV writing and interviews. 
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Jobs
Recruiter Showcase
Visit our Recruiter Showcase to find out about a range of organisations and the career opportunities they can offer. Find out more
Newcastle College
The College is currently recruiting to a range of posts including: EFL Lecturer, ESOL Lecturer, ESOL Instructor and Employability & IT Tutor. Find out more
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