Skills and Education Group

What does effective further education look like in 2026?

Emma Beal, CEO of Skills and Education Group, explores how the sector is shifting its focus from participation to progression, outcomes, and long-term impact.

From vocational qualifications in sectors like hospitality and care to the growing importance of workforce-ready skills. This piece highlights how education must align more closely with real-world roles that work for individuals, employers and communities alike.

👉Read the full article here: https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk/the-future-of-further-education-and-skills-in-the-uk-progression-trust-and-workforce-impact/

Join us as a remote Quantity Surveying External Quality Assurer!

Do you have solid industry experience and a commitment to educational quality?

We’d love to hear from you if you also bring:
✅ Assessment or quality assurance experience (IQA/EQA a plus)
✅ Understanding of regulated qualifications/awarding bodies

Applications close 30 June.

Apply now!
https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk/job_post/quantity-surveying-external-quality-assurer/

📣 We’re hiring: Independent End-Point Assessors

Looking for flexible work where your experience counts?

Join Skills and Education Group and help assess apprentices across key sectors—ensuring high standards and supporting future careers.

✅ Flexible roles
✅ Industry-focused
✅ Meaningful impact

Apply today 👇
https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk/job_post/independent-end-point-assessor/

Creating value through partnership 💬

We believe that understanding our customers is key to delivering high-quality services that truly make a difference. By listening, adapting, and working closely with our centres, we provide support that adds real value.

This commitment is reflected in our customers' confidence in us, in the strong relationships that go beyond day-to-day support, and has led to us scoring 4.5/5 for customer recommendations in our recent Customer Satisfaction survey! ⭐

Because when we succeed together, everyone benefits.

Find out more about us ➡️ https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk

We’re proud to have achieved 4.5/5 stars for knowledge and professionalism in our recent customer satisfaction survey!

Our dedicated Product Development team works behind the scenes to ensure every programme and qualification is engaging, relevant, and aligned with the skills of tomorrow.

By delivering industry-focused, informative learning experiences, we help learners develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to succeed in the future.

Meet the voices challenging how we think about neurodiversity 🗣️

Our second guest is Emily Abbott, co-founder and director of The Autism Wellbeing Project.

Drawing on her experience in social care and personal understanding of autism, Emily is dedicated to improving access to meaningful support and creating opportunities that enable individuals to thrive.

Listen now:
🔗: https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk/podcasts/54366/

Support you can rely on, every step of the way 💬

⭐ Rated 4.4/5 for customer support and advice in our Customer Satisfaction Survey 2025/26!

Our experienced Relationship Managers and Centre Support team are here to help you. Whether it’s a simple query or a more complex challenge. We’re committed to removing barriers, answering your questions clearly, and providing guidance you can trust.

What sets us apart? When you contact us, you’ll always speak to a real person.

🗣️ No automated systems.
🗣️ No AI responses.
🗣️ Just genuine conversations with people who take the time to understand your situation and tailor support to you.

Because great support starts with great people. Contact us today to explore how we can support you:
https://www.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk

📣 Hospitality training is evolving – are you keeping up?

Join our free online sector event on Tuesday, 30th June to explore the latest developments shaping hospitality education and professional development.

Hear from sector experts, including:
✅ Dawn Dines, from Stamp out spiking on key legal updates
✅ Ben Dainty, from FE Tech on digital learning innovation

💡 Walk away with practical insights, new connections, and fresh ideas.

Book your spot today!
🔗 https://training.skillsandeducationgroup.co.uk/calendar_detail.aspx?eid=7EEC4B20-390B-42F7-BEBF-6394087EAECE