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Tes FE Podcast: What the 100-year life means for FE
Tes columnist Sarah Simons talks to Professor Andrew Scott about the changing shape of work and what that means for education
20 June 2019
The best thing about further education? The people
Becoming an adult education tutor, Sarah Simons was out of her comfort zone – but now she loves seeing her students soar
15 June 2019
The rise of second-chance apprenticeships
As the world of work continues to undergo a radical shake-up in the 21st century, those approaching retirement age are increasingly looking to adopt new skills to stay in employment. Sarah Simons speaks with those who insist you are never too old to become an apprentice
14 June 2019
Should teachers challenge rising intolerance?
In the week of Donald Trump’s UK visit, Sarah Simons wonders what happened to equality, and reflects that it’s a teacher’s role to take on the haters
8 June 2019
UKFEchat: Everything you need to know
Ahead of the third UKFEchat conference this month, Sarah Simons uses a novel technique to explain what it’s all about
2 June 2019
When it comes to manners, is there a Hannibal inside you?
Introducing her students to the right manners is part of a teacher’s pastoral care role, says Sarah Simons
25 May 2019
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