The Bedford College Group partners with ACS Recruitment to boost student employability
The recruitment agency will support students at career events and open evenings, offering advice about employment options.
Over half of NI medical students plan to leave the country for better pay, survey finds
The findings come from a new survey conducted by BMA Northern Ireland, which painted a concerning picture of a looming workforce crisis in the health service.
ReachOut project helps hundreds of Wirral residents into work
The service supported 506 people into jobs over the last 12 months.
Compass Group hub secures work for 220 people facing barriers to employment
In the last six months, more than 100 people who previously struggled to find work have secured roles.
Students’ career aspirations do not reflect labour market demand, says OECD
The study of 690,000 teenagers also found that social background plays a bigger role in determining a student’s educational ambition than academic ability.
CIPD Festival of Work 2025 to focus on future of work and employment reform
A major focus of this year’s festival will be shaping employment legislation.
Grangemouth refinery workers begin retraining in transition towards cleaner energy
So far, 184 out of 300 workers have taken up retraining, with most of the rest signed up to start.
University of Staffordshire offers fully funded training opportunities workers in Stoke
Martin Jones said: “We are excited to be bringing even more training opportunities to support local employers and help to upskill the city’s workforce."
Employers still want English and maths skills despite rule change, says educators
Julie Lawrence said: "Functional skills are still vital for today’s workplace and that’s definitely something we are seeing."
Avado awarded CIPD ‘Platinum Centre’ status
Lisa Stevens said: "We’re proud to see our ongoing work in tutor support, programme innovation and learner experience reflected in this recognition.”
Architects Registration Board sets out four-step EDI strategy to tackle discrimination
Alan Kershaw said: “This strategy is a bold step toward building a profession that truly reflects the diversity of our society."
Zurich UK launches virtual work experience to remove barriers for young people
The scheme will run from 17th July to 18th July 2025 and is open to candidates from anywhere in the UK.
