Archive / April
Female prospects 'good' in construction industry
There is a lot of work available for women in the construction sector, it has been claimed.
Apprenticeships can lead to a 'high-flying career'
Dragon praises the benefits of signing up to be an apprentice.
Difficult pupils are 'part of the job'
Teachers understand that dealing with difficult pupils is all part of the job, one sector expert has commented.
Skills training in east England at record levels
More people are taking skills courses in the east of England, figures show.
Courses 'get people started on the learning journey'
Courses can help people make the first step towards learning, it has been claimed.
Training 'always popular' during a recession
Construction industry training is continuing to be popular during the economic downturn.
Social skills 'equally important' to qualifications
Social and personal skills are "at least" as important as qualifications, it has been claimed.
School leavers 'should think about skills'
Those leaving school could find learning a trade useful, it has been said.
Job applicants 'must stand out'
People must ensure their CV makes them stand out from the crowd.
Students win King's Cross placements
150 students per year to be trained at centre.
Sports training offered
Training offered for Londoners with a passion for sport.
Record numbers gain vocational skills
More UK adults than ever are gaining vocational skills, new figures have shown.
NUT calls for more time off for teachers
Teachers should get more time off, says the NUT.
Changes to curriculum 'a good thing'
Primary school education revamp 'a good idea'.
Apprentices should get minimum wage: UNISON
UNISON calls for wages rehaul.
Is there a good side to redundancy?
One writer explores the brighter side to being made redundant.
Employers want 'variety of skills'
Employers searching for skills which could be helped by a gap year or similar trip.
'Honesty is best' in CV
When searching for a new job, it may be tempting for some to exaggerate or make up skills and talents on their CV, but this could affect their chances of future employment, it has been noted.