Permanent, Interim or Executive Search: Choosing the Right Hiring Model for an FE or Skills Role
The right hiring model for an FE or skills role depends on three things: how long the need will last, how senior the role is,
July 2, 2026
The assessor and internal quality assurer shortage — and when to hire permanent versus interim cover
The shortage of qualified assessors and internal quality assurers (IQAs) in FE and apprenticeships is a compliance-stack problem, not a headcount problem. The role needs
End-point assessment (EPA) explained: gateway, EPAO and the assessor shortage
End-point assessment (EPA) is the independent, final assessment that confirms an apprentice can do the job they trained for. It sits at the very end
Skills England explained: what happened to IfATE — and what the reshuffle means for hiring
IfATE — the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education — was abolished on 1 June 2025, and Skills England took over its functions the next
How to become an FE lecturer: qualification routes, PGCE and pay
To become a further education (FE) lecturer in England, you need a Level 3 or higher qualification in your subject and genuine industry experience —
How to become a tutor in FE and adult education
You can start teaching adults in further education (FE) and community learning without a teaching qualification if you have solid subject or industry experience —
What is QTLS, and is it worth it for an FE career?
QTLS — Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills — is the further education sector's recognised professional status, and for most FE lecturers, tutors and trainers it
FE teaching and assessing qualifications explained: which one do you actually need?
There are three separate qualification families in further education and skills, and which one you need depends entirely on what you'll be doing day to
Growth and Skills Levy: what the reforms mean for staffing FE delivery
The apprenticeship levy tax has not changed — UK employers with an annual pay bill over £3 million still pay 0.5% of it to HMRC
How to become an assessor in FE: qualifications, pay and the route in
To become an assessor in further education and skills you need two things: occupational competence in the subject you want to assess (recent, credible industry