T Level teachers across all subjects are getting invaluable support from the Education Training Foundation’s (ETF) Industry Insights programme. The programme supports teachers’ CPD by keeping them up to date with the latest industry trends and practice in their subject area through meaningful interaction with employers and sector experts.
Industry Insights provides a range of opportunities, including placements, workshops and virtual group placement sessions to develop skills, build industry knowledge and engage with employers. The programme is supported by industry professionals working for leading organisations such as Amazon, McLaren Racing, Microsoft, NHS, PwC, and the ZSL. Colleges can also link with local employers to arrange workplace and site visits and work shadowing for their staff.
Real life experience through industry placements
FE and Skills providers can apply for funding to facilitate their participation in the programme. There is up to £400 available per participant for a full day event, and £200 for a half day event, to help with costs for admin, logistics and cover. If participants prefer to arrange their own individual site visits with a local employer, then, the same funding for associated costs is available.
‘Just three weeks after attending ETF’s well-organised group industry placement session, we’re seeing a significant impact. The experience has inspired further professional development, helping us feel more confident and prepared for the delivery of our T Level provision.’
Karena Morrison, Teaching & Learning Manager, Brighton Met
Stay up to date with live events and workshops
A day away from school or college isn’t always a convenient option, so teachers can get a focussed ‘quick fix’ by joining one of ETF’s Industry Workshops. These 60 to 90-minute sector specific updates help build industry knowledge and provide the latest info on current and emerging technologies and practice. There is usually a Q&A session as well.
Teachers can access recordings of all Industry Insights Workshops on-demand on the ETF learning platform.
Read the full blog on FE Week’s website.