Hey, you! Yes, you. Should you be working right now? Are you taking time out of your busy schedule to read a few articles? Don’t feel guilty — we all get distracted from time to time. But with working from home becoming the new normal and no managers around to supervise, it’s important not to…
Trainers and assessors are valuable assets in a wide range of industries. By becoming a trainer and assessor yourself, you’ll be afforded new opportunities, responsibilities and, in most cases, a pay rise. Plus, you’ll be helping trainees earn qualifications that will propel them towards their career goals. Sound exciting? If you’re interested in becoming a…
Do you aspire to become a teacher but have no prior experience of training or teaching? The PTLLS qualification (now known as the AET qualification) is your first step towards a challenging and rewarding teaching career. In this article, you’ll find out exactly what the qualification is, why it is useful, and everything you need…
Working as a teaching assistant is one of the most rewarding albeit challenging roles available. If you’re interested in supporting children in schools, you’ll need to gain relevant experience. Earning qualifications is one of the best ways to grow your skill set and demonstrate that you are right for the job. Interested in becoming a…
Working with children is a hugely rewarding career. As a teaching assistant, you will be supporting the educational and emotional needs of children from all different backgrounds and at all different levels. Many people have the capacity to become good teaching assistants, but only a few possess the ability to become great teaching assistants. This…
There are many advantages to setting up your own hairdressing academy. You’ll gain full control over what your students learn and the environment they train in. Plus, you’ll have a steady stream of students ready to transition into your salon as professionals. And of course, there’s the personal fulfilment you’ll gain as an educator and…
Unfortunately, no workplace is immune to accidents and injuries. Whether you work in a labour-intensive work environment, such as a factory, or a low-hazard environment, such as a retail establishment, protecting against risks is imperative to employee safety, company reputation and business profitability. After all, if your employees aren’t safe, they won’t be productive either.…
It’s never too late to learn a new skill or gain a new qualification; there are many exciting opportunities out there, from first aid training courses to education support programmes, designed to support our personal and professional growth. However, for full-time workers, finding time to study while juggling other responsibilities can feel like a balancing…
Finding ways to keep your employees satisfied at work is key to becoming a great employer, reducing staff turnover and increasing productivity in the workplace. There are many great ways to boost employee satisfaction and morale, from offering rewards for exceptional work to providing fresh breakfast items, but one particularly effective way to create a…