Piers Linney reveals the work trends for 2024

New research, by the Department of Education’s Teach in Further Education campaign, has found 1 in 4 employers cite recruitment to fill growing job roles as a top priority. 9 in 10 (93%) also agree that they have a responsibility to help train people to future proof their sector’s workforce.

Employers are recognising the vital role of Further Education (FE) with 89% of business leaders stating it plays an important part in training the next generation of talent. Over two thirds (69%) of employers have said they are considering teaching in FE as part of their future career plan. Through leading by example, business leaders can inspire their colleagues to consider teaching in FE.

FE teachers play a vital role in preparing their students for the workforce; 87% of business leaders who undertook FE themselves said their teacher positively impacted their career path.

Aston spoke to Dragon’s Den star Piers Linney and award winning career coach Jenny Garrett OBE.

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