Strategic framework for effective community development
The aim of this strategic framework is to support further education providers to identify and implement community development strategies that are sustainable, appropriate and effective.
The aim of this strategic framework is to support further education providers to identify and implement community development strategies that are sustainable, appropriate and effective.
This toolkit is designed to support staff and learners in exploring key ideas associated with community development, in finding out more about a community and in generating ideas and planning activities to support a community. It seeks to enable learners to find out more about their communities, to understand what the issues of the community are and to explore innovative ways of supporting the development of the community.
PDP Starter Kit: Producing workforce training policies and plans. Recruitment and Professional Development Tracker for English (literacy, language) and Maths (numeracy)
This resource comprises materials relating to a workshop aiming to emphasise how a whole organisation approach is key to the effective application of safeguarding practice, and to raise awareness of providers' obligations under safeguarding legislation. The resource relates to the legislation that was introduced in October 2009.
Literacies for learning
How can we avoid swamping or spoon-feeding our students?
Aligning equality and procurement goals
This guide is designed to provide all those involved in the provision of further education to young people with a greater understanding of transgender issues, and the relevant law and good practice in relation to transgender employees and learners. Topics covered include: what is meant by transgender, legal obligations & protections; and how to help trans employees and learners. The guide also presents a number of scenarios to illustrate best practice.
The aim of this guide, developed by Press for Change, is to ensure that trans equality is embedded in all policies and practices in post-school education. It provides background information, practical advice and examples of best practice, so that your learning establishment can take the positive steps required to fulfil your legal requirements and provide a positive environment for trans workers and students.
This guidance was produced from the separate "Managing the interface: sexual orientation and faith - report". It is designed to support users in ensuring that sexual orientation equality and equality on the grounds of religion or belief are managed and promoted on equal terms, without undue tension arising between them. It will be helpful in managing and dealing with tensions or conflicts between these two equality groups should they arise.
Using technology safely is vital to further education staff and learners alike. There are four publications in the Safeguarding in a Digital World series. This document explains the importance of e-safety in a digital world. It outlines some practical steps and advice for assessment and reducing risks for technical staff.