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Are you intrigued by human activity and the way that people think? Do you want an exciting career that is driven by change and sits at the...

How to Become a Specialist Support Teaching Assistant  School should be an enjoyable learning experience for all pupils. Where some may...

An announcement has been made by the UK government to boost the starting salary of newly qualified Teachers to £30,000, to make education roles...

If you want to study at degree level or achieve a qualification in further education, then you’re likely going to need literacy, numeracy, and...

Facing Your Fear of Maths with Functional Skills  We all have subjects that we are naturally good at. Some people have an excellent way...

No matter what route you take in life, one thing that’s certain is you will face numerical and literacy-related challenges in both a personal...

Functional Skills are equivalent to GCSE level study, with Functional Skills Level 2 being the same as grade C/4. Functional Skills were...

English as an area of study is extensive and diverse, examining language constructs and literary texts both past and present. That’s why it...

In March 2022, Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi announced that children in UK schools will get the help they need in Maths and English as part of...

Now more than ever, the healthcare sector in the UK needs dedicated and skilled individuals who can contribute to their ongoing efforts across...

Are you determined to achieve a career working with animals? Have you always been fascinated by zoos and the work that they do in wildlife...

Working as a Teaching Assistant is a great career choice for many reasons. It helps people looking for a sense of reward in their job feel...

The role of a Midwife is one that is coveted by many people as it involves bringing precious life into the world. This unique and meaningful...

Functional Skills courses teach people the fundamental English, Maths and ICT (Information and Communications Technology) skills that are...

It’s safe to say the UK is an incredible place. From scenery to history, culture and opportunities, it really does have it all in abundance....