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of 18 Provider Pack V6 05/12/2016

Provider Handbook and

Application Form

Retrain and Retain: A maths and English teacher retraining

programme

Contents The Education Training Foundation

Programme Background

Page 3

Page 3

Programme Overview

Application Process

Next Steps

Bursary Payments

Page 3-4

Page 4

Page 4

Page 5-6

AppendicesProvider Application & Agreement Appendix 1

Participant Handbook & Registration Form Appendix 2

Participant Learning Agreement Appendix 3


The Education & Training FoundationThe Education and Training Foundation was established to work with teachers, leaders and businesses to help them deliver excellent further and vocational education and training.

It also offers support to practitioners working in the post-16 education and training sector through the new professional membership organisation, the Society for Education and Training (SET).

The Foundation supports and enhances the quality, professionalism and efficiency of the education and training system, championing the Professional Standards for the sector and helping leaders and practitioners to achieve consistently excellent outcomes for learners and employers. The Foundation is a company limited by guarantee and registered charity.

Programme BackgroundThe Further Education (FE) sector is continually developing, and changes can mean that the demand for some subject areas may fluctuate. At the same time, other changes have led to a national shortage of suitably qualified maths and English specialists working within the sector, with many FE providers stating that they are struggling to recruit in these areas.

This programme aims to address both issues by helping you to identify qualified teachers and trainers and offering them the option to re-train as specialist maths or English practitioners to GCSE level, or Functional Skills level 2. It is hoped that this programme will help to address the shortage in maths and English teachers and help FE Colleges and independent Training Providers retain current expertise across all subject areas. More importantly, it aims to help teachers enhance their skill set and increase their long-term job stability, by providing additional training and support to enable and encourage them to remain employed within the sector. This programme is being delivered and administered on behalf of the Foundation by Cognition Education.

Programme Overview Selected FE providers who meet the qualifying criteria, will identify teaching staff whose skill-set and long-term job stability may be enhanced by the programme. Providers will then receive financial support to allow time to upskill them to teach maths or English up to GCSE level, or Functional Skills level 2.

• Participants will receive training and support to enable them to teach maths or English up to GCSE level, or Functional Skills level 2. This will be supported by 10 days CPD to help enhance their subject knowledge and provide them with GCSE/Functional Skills level 2 specific training in either maths or English.


• The financial support will help provide cover, so that participants can be released to attend the training.

• Additionally, participants will have access to 10 hours mentoring support throughout the programme. This will be delivered by specialist consultants with a maths or English education background. They will be able to answer participants’ questions and offer ongoing support as the training is completed.

• Mentors will also help participants identify the training required which will best meet their individual needs, so that you are able to source it either internally using your own resources, or via a recommended list of suppliers. It is important to note that this programme is not designed for participants to work towards a specific qualification, but that training will be based on participants’ individual needs around subject knowledge and/or classroom pedagogy.

• Participants will also receive mentor training to enable them to support future participants on the programme. However, it can also benefit the wider organisation, given that mentoring is an invaluable skill within a teaching and learning environment and can be used in a number of ways to support colleagues and learners.

• Participants will be actively encouraged to recognise and develop good practice around the Professional Standards for teaching

This will help providers to retain access to a wide variety of academic and vocational specialist subject knowledge within the organisation and within the profession, which may otherwise have been lost due to redundancy.

By investing in their futures, teachers and trainers will also feel valued and supported and in addition to the practical nature of the training will also benefit from accessing new ideas, which will renew and refresh many areas of their teaching and learning.

Application ProcessIf you are interested and believe that you meet the Qualifying Criteria for the programme set out on page 5, you should:

• Identify any potential participants from within your organisation.• Complete, sign and return the attached Provider Application Form and

Agreement (Appendix 1).

• Nominate an appropriate representative from within your organisation, who will be the main point of contact for participants and external programme co-ordinators. (The representative can be somebody from your HR/Training Department, a manager from your maths and English department, or any other person in a position of seniority, who you feel is able to act as a central point of communication for this program)..

• Approach potential applicants and ask them to complete and return to you: o The Participant Registration Form (Appendix 2)o The Learner Agreement (Appendix 3)


o It is recommended that if potential participants

do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification in maths or English, they should complete an assessment

to verify that their current level of maths or English meets or exceeds Level 2.

Once collated by you, these should be forwarded to Cognition Education at the address set out in Appendix 1.

• You will receive an e-mail confirming your next steps.• Alternatively we will contact you to find out more information if required

Next Steps• Participants will be matched to a mentor and commence the programme of

training and support.• We will liaise with your nominated representative to keep you updated on

progress and any key developments.

Bursary PaymentsFE Providers will receive a bursary payment of £2,000 for each participant who commences the programme, up to a maximum of £10,000 per organisation. Whilst the bursary payment is capped at £10,000 per organisation, there is no limit to the number of teachers that can participate from your organisation within that budget.

We anticipate that the majority of training and mentoring for participants will take place between January 2017 and October 2017.

To qualify, providers must:

• Be in receipt of funding from the Skills Funding Agency (SFA).• Already be delivering GCSE qualifications and/or Functional Skills in maths and

English.• Employ teaching and training staff, whose subject areas could potentially be

affected, due to local or national changes.• Have realistic expectations of being able to offer maths and/or English teaching

opportunities for each participant upon completion.• Identify a representative from within the organisation to act as a central point for

communication and support.


• Actively encourage and allow participants to complete 10 days CPD to develop their knowledge and skills to teach maths or English to GCSE level, or Functional Skills level 2. Training will be identified and agreed with the mentor and can be delivered, either by using internal resources, or via an approved list of suppliers. All training must be paid for by the FE provider but, where possible, we will try to secure reduced fees. The bursary provided is to also help cover the cost of releasing staff for training.

• Agree to participants receiving up to 10 hours mentoring from specialist consultants.

Qualifying Criteria for ParticipantsProviders must also agree and be committed to ensuring that participants are identified and selected in accordance with the following qualifying criteria. Participants must:

• Have a teaching qualification at a minimum of level 5 (level 4 may be acceptable in exceptional circumstances at our discretion).

• Have at least 3 years’ teaching experience• Have a Level 3 qualification in maths or English, or the potential and commitment

to starting a Level 3 qualification within a year of completing the programme. • Agree to develop more knowledge and understanding of the Professional

Standards.• Agree to being trained and act as mentors to future participants.• Agree to provide data and feedback as required.• Be willing to keep a reflective personal learning log.

Bursary payments will be paid direct to FE providers following successful completion of participants’ first mentoring session, which will be the official start of the programme.

If participants fail to complete the programme, FE providers will be expected to repay all, or part of the bursary, depending on how far into the programme they reach:

• If participants leave within the first 3 months, the full amount is repayable• If participants leave between 3 and 6 months, 50% of the bursary will be

repayable.


• If participants leave after 6 months without completing the programme, providers may be asked to repay up to 25% of the bursary at the discretion of Education and Training Foundation.

Bursaries are not transferable between FE providers or any other institution. If a participant moves to a new employer, any outstanding training would then have to be completed at the expense of the new employer. However, in certain circumstances, if all parties are in agreement, participants may be permitted to continue with training, which has already been paid for in full.

By signing and submitting the Provider Application Form and Agreement, FE providers are confirming that they have read and agree to the terms and conditions within this handbook.

Appendix 1

Provider Application Form and Agreement of 18 Provider Pack V6 05/12/2016

Please return the completed and signed form to: Maths and English Re-training Programme, c/o Cognition Education, Riverside, Mountbatten Way, Congleton, Cheshire CW12 1DY

Alternatively, scanned copies can be returned via e-mail to [email protected]

The closing date for applications to be received is no later than 5pm on 23rd

December 2016. Please be aware that there is a limit on the number of participant places available on this programme, so we cannot guarantee a place to all applicants.

Provider Name:

Provider Address:

Main Contact:

Position:

Telephone Number:

E-mail:

Nominated Rep:

Position:

Telephone Number:

E-mail:

Why are you interested in the programme?

How did you hear about the programme?

Anticipated number of participants.


DeclarationWe confirm we have read, understood and agree to all the terms within the Provider Handbook and within this agreement.

Yes No

We are in receipt of Skills Funding Agency Funding. Yes No

We offer provision in maths and English to GCSE level and/or Functional Skills level 2.

Yes No

We agree to support all participants to fully complete the training programme.

Yes No

We confirm thatwe expect to have maths and/or English teaching vacancies available for successful participants.

Yes No

We understand the qualifying criteria for participants to this programme and will only submit registration forms forstaff members who meet those criteria.

Yes No

We understand that by submitting an application form and registration forms, it does not automatically guarantee us, or our participants a place on the programme. Places will be allocated at the discretion of the Foundation.

Yes No

We will encourage and support all participants to achieve a Level 3 qualification in maths or English within a reasonable timescale.

Yes No

We understand the terms of the bursary payments and agree to repay on demand the Education & Training Foundation, any money owed, as per the terms of the agreement, if our participants do not complete the programme.

Yes No

We declare that to the best of our knowledge all the above information is correct, that in consideration of your making available grant funding we agree to theterms and conditions of the programme and that the person named below is authorised to enter into this agreement on behalf of our organisation.Name: (in capitals)

Position:

Organisation:

Signature:

Date:


IntroductionYou have been selected to participate in a new programme from the Education and Training Foundation, which will help you retrain to teach either maths or English.

Programme Overview• You will receive training and support to enable you to teach maths or English up

to GCSE level, or Functional Skills level 2. This will be achieved by 10 days CPD to help enhance your subject knowledge and provide you with any additional training required. It is important to note that this programme is not designed for participants to work towards a specific qualification, but that training will be identified, based on your own individual needs around subject knowledge and/or classroom pedagogy.

• Additionally, you will have access to 10 hours mentoring support throughout the programme. This will be delivered by specialist consultants with a maths or English education background. They will support you in your application of the Professional Standards and will be able to answer questions and offer ongoing support as you complete your training.

• You will also receive mentor training as part of the programme, allowing you to become a mentor to others which, in addition to being valuable skill in education, will enable you to support future participants as required.

Programme Benefits The benefits of being selected to participate in this programme are wide and varied and include:

• The opportunity to learn new skills which will enhance current and future employment prospects.

• The ability to offer your learners a more rounded approach, by having not only the specialist subject knowledge, but also the ability to support them across other areas of their learning.

• Access to a specialist education mentor who will be able to offer you a range of advice and guidance to enhance and enrich your learning experience.


Appendix 2

Participant Handbook and Registration Form

Retrain and Retain: A maths & English teacher retraining programme

• You will be trained as a mentor yourself, which will help improve your leadership skills, whilst allowing you to support other colleagues.

• You will have full access to a range of online resources for maths and English, including self-assessment tools and improvement modules.

• The programme will also focus on the FE sector’s Professional Standards and we will help you to reflect on your current approach towards these and the impact of your additional learning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the qualifying criteria?To qualify for access to this programme, applicants must:

• be prepared to commit to the duration of the programme (6 to 10 months), incorporating

o 10 days continuing professional development to acquire the skills/knowledge to teach maths or English to GCSE Level, or Functional Skills level 2;

o Up to 10 hours mentoring support; ando final mentor training.

• hold a Level 5 teaching qualification. (Please note, we may be able to accept a limited number of applicants with Level 4 – please contact us for further details)

• be able to demonstrate a good level of maths or English by holding at least a Level 2 qualification (with a commitment to undertake and achieve a Level 3 qualification)

• have at least 3 years’ teaching experience.• benefit from enhanced skill sets and long-term job stability.

How much will it cost?The programme is free to participants, providing that you meet the qualifying criteria and agree to commit to the full programme. The only cost to participants may be if additional


training to Level 3 in maths or English is required. This can be discussed and agreed with current employers during the application process.

What if I can’t get the time to do the training?We will work with you to make this programme as flexible as possible, by offering a range of days, times, or online training, which can be accessed at a time convenient to you. We have also set up agreements with FE Providers to allow you sufficient time to undertake the training required.

Please complete and return the registration form to your Employer’s nominated representative as instructed.

Participant Registration FormParticipant Name:

Participant Home Address:

Contact Telephone:

Work:

Mobile:

E-mail:

Current Employer:

Job Title:

From: To:

Employer Address:

Employer Contact/s:

(Name of person/s overseeing the programme):


Contact Telephone:

Work:

Mobile:

E-mail:

Previous Employer

From: To:


Teaching Qualification/s:

Highest Maths Qualification:

Maths Assessment

We also recommend that you check your current knowledge by completing this online assessmenthttps://www.foundationonline.org.uk/login/index.php

Assessment result

Highest English Qualification:

English Assessment

We also recommend that you check your current knowledge by completing this online assessmenthttps://www.foundationonline.org.uk/login/index.php

Assessment result

Do you currently teach maths or English? Yes ☐ No ☐

If yes, please provide details:

Other relevant qualifications:

Please note that this section is for reference only and will NOT affect your registration in any way.

Are you aware of the Professional Standards? Yes ☐ No ☐

Do you feel that you currently apply them in your work? Yes ☐ No ☐ Partially ☐If ‘Yes’ or ‘Partially’, please give details of which standards you currently apply and how:

Self-Assessment We also recommend that you check your current knowledge and understanding of the Professional Standards by completing this self-assessment:https://set.et-foundation.co.uk/digital-assets/self-assessment/

Assessment result


Do you hold QTLS? Yes ☐ No ☐

Are you a member of SET? (Society for Education and Training)

Yes ☐ No ☐

Where did you hear about us?

Equality and Diversity MonitoringThe following diversity information you provide will enable us to monitor the effectiveness of the approach to Equal Opportunities and meet the Foundation’s legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010. Effective monitoring is an important tool for measuring performance and progress towards equality and diversity goals and in ensuring a truly inclusive working environment. This information is only used for research and statistical analysis.

Diversity information is defined by the DPA as “sensitive”. It is not mandatory to supply “sensitive” information, but should you do so it will not affect your application in any way. The information you give will be held on both manual and electronic systems by Cognition Education (UK) Ltd and will be shared with the Education and Training Foundation.

What is your current age:

20 – 24 ☐ 25 – 29 ☐ 30 – 34 ☐ 35 – 39 ☐ 40 – 44 ☐ 45 – 49 ☐

50 – 54 ☐ 55 – 59 ☐ 60 – 64 ☐ 65 + ☐ Prefer Not to Say ☐

Disability: A disabled person is defined under the Equality Act 2010 as someone with a ‘physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long term adverse effect on that person’s ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.’

Do you consider yourself to be disabled under the Equality Act 2010?

Yes ☐ No ☐ Don’t know ☐ Prefer not to say ☐

If yes, please indicate by marking ‘X’ in the appropriate box (mark all that apply).

Hearing Impairment ☐ Reduced Physical Capacity ☐ Speech Impairment ☐ Mobility Impairment ☐ Physical Coordination Difficulties ☐ Progressive Condition ☐Severe Disfigurement ☐ Mental Ill Health ☐ Learning Difficulties ☐ Visual Impairment ☐ Other ☐ Prefer Not to Say ☐

Ethnic origin – please mark one group which you most identify with:

White European ☐ Asian ☐ Black African/ Caribbean ☐ Chinese ☐ Arab ☐ Mixed Ethnicity ☐Other (please specify): ………………………………………….. Prefer Not to Say ☐

Sex: Male ☐ Female ☐ Prefer Not to Say ☐

Sexual orientation – please mark one group which you most identify with:

Gay Woman/Lesbian ☐ Gay Man ☐ Bi-sexual ☐ Heterosexual/Straight ☐ Other ☐ Prefer Not to Say ☐


What is your religion or belief (including non-belief)?

Agnostic ☐ Atheist ☐ Bah’ai ☐ Buddhist ☐ Christian - Catholic ☐ Christian - Protestant ☐ Christian - Other ☐ Hindu ☐ Humanism ☐ Jain ☐ Jewish ☐ Muslim ☐ Pagan ☐ Sikh ☐ Rastafarian ☐ Shinto ☐ Scientologist ☐ Zoroastrian ☐ Prefer Not to Say ☐ Other ☐ No Religion/Belief ☐ Other (please specify): ………………………………………….. Prefer Not to Say ☐

Data ProtectionThe Data Protection Act 1998 (‘DPA’) gives rights to individuals in respect of personal data held about them by others and as directed by the Act, you should know the following:

Cognition Education (UK) Limited (Company No. 09209758) Registered Office: Suite 79, 60 Courthill House Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire SK9 5AJ is the Data Controller on behalf of the Education and Training Foundation and is registered with the Information Commissioner for the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA).

How your information will be usedWe will store the information you have provided securely. We may share your information with the Education and Training Foundation, our trainers and professional advisers, for the purposes of delivering the programme and for compliance purposes.

We would also like to send you information about other opportunities which may be of interest to you from time to time by post, email, telephone and SMS. If you agree to being contacted in this way please tick the relevant boxes:

☐ Post ☐ Email ☐ Phone ☐ SMS

If you would like a copy of our Data Protection Policy please write to us at the address above.


Appendix 3

Participant Learning AgreementI, the undersigned register my interest and participation in The Education & Training

Foundation’s maths and English re-training programme.

In consideration of you making available grant funding towards my participation, I hereby commit to:

• remain fully involved and proactive for the complete duration of the programme.• undertake all recommended CPD to be able to teach maths or English to Level 2,

either in Functional Skills, or as a GCSE qualification.• access the mentoring service offered as part of the programme.• train as a mentor to support future participants.• provide feedback and examples 6 times throughout the programme (usually in the

format of a short online survey).• report any issues that could prevent my completion of the programme as soon as

possible. • report significant achievements and successes.

I would be willing/unwilling to take part in a short case study if required. (Please delete as appropriate)

Declaration of 18 Provider Pack V6 05/12/2016

Retrain and Retain: A maths & English teacher retraining programme

By signing this Learning Agreement I confirm that I agree to fully abide by the commitments laid out above and the terms and conditions in the associated Programme Handbook:-

Signed: Date:

Name (Print) Position:

Name of Employer:


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