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Helping Functional Skills English Learners with the Non-Fiction Writing Process - September 2026

  • 25 September 2026 12:00pm to 2 October 2026 2:00pm
  • Maths and English

This two-part course is designed for English teachers working with Functional Skills learners. It offers practical guidance on supporting students through the entire non-fiction writing process—from planning and structuring writing for specific audiences and purposes , to using teacher modelling and collaborative techniques to build writing confidence.

Programme aim

To develop practitioners’ knowledge and confidence in supporting learners through the full non-fiction writing process for Functional Skills English—starting with planning and structuring writing, and progressing to using modelling and collaboration techniques to improve writing outcomes.

Who is this for?

Any English teachers who want to focus on improving the the non-fiction writing process.

Programme structure

2 x 2.5 hour sessions

What will you gain?

Identify key challenges learners face with non-fiction writing and apply practical strategies to develop planning, structure, and coherence in their written work.
Design and deliver purposeful activities that develop learners’ ability to plan, organise, and write clearly for a range of non-fiction purposes and audiences.
Apply teacher modelling techniques to demonstrate writing processes clearly and support learners’ writing development.

Explore collaborative writing strategies and interactive tools to increase learner engagement and improve writing outcomes in Functional Skills English.

Programme sessions

This programme will run over two sessions on the following dates:

  • 25 September at 12pm – 2pm
  • 2 October at 12pm – 2pm
Non Member Fee
  • £120.00
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Member Fee
  • £108.00
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Need more help?

If you have any questions, please contact:

T: 0800 0831 830 
E: enquiries@etfoundation.co.uk