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Inside the Industry

Education and Training

This sector is responsible for shaping future generations and upskilling the workforce.

Careers range from teaching, special education, vocational training, and academic administration.

Industry Events & Networking Opportunities

Upcoming Events & Conferences

  • National Teaching Careers Fair – Pathways into education and classroom roles.

  • Learning & Development Conference – Focus on workplace training and education.

  • Special Education Needs (SEN) Summit – Careers in inclusive learning.

Career Progression Routes

Entry-Level to Expert Career Journeys

  • Teaching – Teaching Assistant → Qualified Teacher → Headteacher.

  • Special Education – Learning Support Assistant → SEN Teacher → Educational Psychologist.

  • Training & Development – Workplace Trainer → Training Coordinator → L&D Director.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential Skills for Each Sector

  • Communication & Leadership – Effective teaching and classroom management.

  • Curriculum Development – Planning and delivering educational programs.

  • Child & Adult Learning Strategies – Understanding diverse learning needs.

Certifications

  • Teaching – PGCE, QTS, Level 3 Education & Training Diploma.
  • Special Education – SENCO Training, Autism & Learning Disability Certifications.

Helping you to make decisions on learning, training and work at all stages in your career

Things that affect your choices, for example, skills and experience, money and housing, personal issues such as health, relationships and discrimination.

If you need career advice and support before, during or after you’ve completed your course, our trained advisors can help by providing you with in-depth career information, advice and guidance to make sure you make the right informed choices.