One in five schools use AI despite lack of staff training, warns GMB
More than 84% of school workers said they have not received training on Digital and Technology Standards.
IPA partners with Brixton Finishing School to widen access to advertising careers
Through the partnership, Brixton Finishing School will offer employability support and resources to schools and students that take part.
Teachers and NHS workers to recieve pay rises up to 4%, reports The Times
The Times revealed that the independent pay review body for teachers, representing 514,000 staff, has recommended a pay rise close to 4%.
BCC calls for urgent Government action to tackle youth unemployment
BCC said ministers should set a target to bring the number of young people NEETs down to levels of the Netherlands.
Engineering UK launches STEM guide to support careers in engineering and technology
The guide is aimed at careers programme leads in schools and looks to help them highlight engineering and technology as options for students.
Over 80,000 jobseekers gain workplace training through Government scheme – DWP
DWP confirmed 86,640 places were offered through sector-based work academy programmes (SWAPs), passing the Government’s target of 80,000.
Salvation Army brings employment support sessions to Bishop’s Stortford
The service offers help with writing CVs, filling out job applications, searching for training, and confidence building.
Over 5,000 apprentices trained in West Midlands as scheme donations hit £50m – WMCA
The apprenticeship levy transfer fund has helped over 2,500 SMEs with money pledged from larger companies.
UK could unlock £400bn in economic growth through workplace AI adoption, says Google
The AI Works report revealed the UK’s current lag in AI usage at work, despite soaring public interest.
Bury Council launches community drive to safeguard young workers
The campaign is aimed at ensuring every child in work is protected and all employers are aware of their responsibilities.
London Stansted reveals range of lesser-known airport jobs ahead of recruitment push
Roles include airside operations officer, airport firefighter, security trainer, terminal duty managers and engineering technician.
Majority of UK employees want ethical AI training as usage grows – Photoroom
Research revealed that 18% of workers said knowing how to use AI properly would improve their company’s performance.
