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The latest career advice and employer resources from industry experts.

Job Hunting
Negotiating Your Dream Job Offer
Ever received a job offer and felt a rush of excitement, quickly followed by a pang of apprehension about the salary...

Working in Further Education
10 Methods to Increase Your Salary
Maximise your salary with Bolt Jobs' ten actionable methods. Start your journey towards higher income in the education..

Job Hunting
How to Find the Perfect Construction Training Jobs in the UK
Discover the secrets to finding your ideal construction training job in the UK with our comprehensive guide...

Job Hunting
Networking in the FE, Skills, and Learning Community
Networking opens a world of possibilities - from cultivating meaningful relationships and discovering hidden job...

Job Hunting
Crafting a Personal Brand in the Further Education, Skills, and Learning Sectors
In today's saturated job market, a meticulously crafted CV alone won't cut it. You need to elevate your professional...

Working in Further Education
Electrical Installation Training Jobs: The Ultimate Guide for Job Seekers in the UK
Looking for a career in electrical installation training? Bolt Jobs has got you covered. Find job opportunities...

Job Hunting
How to Ace Your Trainer Job Interview in the UK
Discover expert tips for acing your trainer job interview in the UK, including research, preparation, showcasing your...

Job Hunting
How to Become a Successful Trainer: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you passionate about helping others learn and grow but struggling to find your footing in the world of training?

Working in Further Education
Top Skills and Traits of Successful Learning Support Assistants
Discover the top skills and traits of successful learning support assistants, along with tips to develop them and...

Job Hunting
Ace Your Assessor Interview: Top Tips for Success in the Further Education and Skills Sector
Master your assessor interview with expert advice on company values, safeguarding, learner motivation, and employer...

Working in Further Education
The Account Manager's Playbook: Essential Skills for Thriving in Account Management Jobs
Learn the essential skills to thrive as an Account Manager in the education industry. Drive business growth, manage...

Working in Further Education
Behind the Scenes: What Does an Account Manager Do?
Explore the role of an Account Manager: maintaining client relationships, overseeing projects, and ensuring customer...

Working in Further Education
Climbing the PA Career Ladder: Unlocking the Secrets to Success in Personal Assistant Jobs
Discover the secrets to a successful personal assistant career in education. Unlock the skills, experience, and traits..

Working in Further Education
Exploring the Rewarding World of Tutor Jobs
Discover the role of tutors in education. This article explores tutor jobs' demand and their contribution to...

Job Hunting
How to Land a Principal Job: Tips and Strategies for Success in Further Education
Discover how to land a principal job in further education. Get expert tips on qualifications, networking, interviews...

Working in Further Education
Embracing the World of Academia: A Comprehensive Guide to Lecturer Jobs Across Disciplines
Are you passionate about teaching and mentoring students? Do you have an interest in research and scholarly activities?

Podcast
Learning & Development Podcast - L&D: Behind the Curtain Episode 6 - Katy Walton
In our latest episode of L&D Behind the Curtain, we're joined by the fantastic Katy Walton.

Job Hunting
Bridging the Gap: From Legal Practice to Law Lecturer Jobs
Discover how legal professionals can transition from practising law to teaching it. Our article explores the path...

Working in Further Education
The Evolution of PA Jobs: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Personal Assistant Careers
Discover the changing landscape of Personal Assistant (PA) careers in the education industry. This article explores...

Working in Further Education
The Tutor's Toolkit: Essential Skills and Tips for a Successful Tutoring Career
Unlock your potential as a successful tutor with our essential toolkit. In this article, discover the technical...

Working in Further Education
Top Skills and Qualities of a Successful Head of Client Services
The role of the Head of Client Services in the Further Education and Learning Industry is crucial for the success of...

Working in Further Education
Job Opportunities Unveiled: Mastering the World of Administration Careers
Unlock the world of administration careers with this comprehensive guide. Discover job opportunities, required skills...

Working in Further Education
Early Years Lecturer Jobs: Opportunities and Requirements in Further Education
Explore a rewarding career as an Early Years Lecturer in further education and make a lasting impact on young...

Working in Further Education
10 Key Skills Every IQA Manager Must Have
Discover the essential skills for an IQA Manager in our article. Learn regulatory requirements, quality assurance...

Working in Further Education
Harmonising Education and Passion: A Guide to Music Lecturer Jobs in Further Education
Discover how to turn your love of music into a rewarding career as a music lecturer in further education. Our guide...

Working in Further Education
From Studio to Classroom: Making the Transition to Art Lecturer Jobs
Transitioning to an art lecturer job? Learn essential skills, interview tips, and how to balance teaching and creativity

Working in Further Education
The Future of Administration Jobs: Embracing Technology and the Evolving Workplace
Discover the changing face of administration jobs in the evolving workplace. Learn how technology and remote work are...

Job Hunting
How to Prepare for an End Point Assessor Job Interview: Tips and Strategies
Get expert tips to ace your End Point Assessor job interview! From researching the employer to interview techniques...

Working in Further Education
Steering the Course: A Comprehensive Guide to Curriculum Manager Jobs in Education
If you're interested in becoming a curriculum manager in education, this comprehensive guide is the perfect starting...

Job Hunting
Eight of the Most In-Demand Learning and Development Job Roles in the UK
Explore the UK's eight most sought-after learning and development jobs, from Training Coordinators to Blended Learning..

Job Hunting
Webinar: Essential Job Search Strategies for Landing a Job in the Further Education Sector
This is a summary of a webinar where we covered how to improve your CV, LinkedIn profile and your job search.

Job Hunting
How to Become a Teacher: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the essential steps to become a teacher and help shape the minds of future generations.

Working in Further Education
E-Learning Design Trends to Watch: Innovations and Insights
Unlock the secrets to success with e-learning jobs! Learn about the latest trends, and insights from experts

Hiring
Everything training providers need to know about remote onboarding
Discover the ultimate guide for training providers on remote onboarding. Read on about successful strategies...

Job Hunting
5 Learning Technology Jobs You Need to Know About
Are you seeking a profession that unites your enthusiasm for technology and education? If so, then read on

Job Hunting
How to Land a Job in Learning and Development
Are you passionate about helping people learn and grow? If so, a career in learning and development could be perfect.

Working in Further Education
How to Become an E-Learning Designer: Tips for Starting and Advancing Your Career
E-learning design is a rapidly growing field that offers job opportunities across industries.

Business of Education
Maximising Government Incentives for Apprenticeships: Tips and Strategies
Discover how to make the most of government incentives for apprenticeships, including details on the Apprenticeship Levy

Working in Further Education
Steps to Becoming an NVQ Assessor: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn how to become an NVQ Assessor and find the best NVQ assessor jobs. Tips on qualifications and experience needed.

Working in Further Education
Exploring the Role of an IQA: Responsibilities and Requirements of an IQA Job
Discover the role of an IQA, the responsibilities and requirements of the job, and how to find iqa jobs.

Working in Further Education
A Beginner's Guide to Becoming a Hairdressing Assessor
Discover the qualifications and experience needed to become a hairdressing assessor. Learn more about the role.

Working in Further Education
The Role of a Functional Skills Tutor: Responsibilities, Requirements, and Benefits
Discover the responsibilities, requirements, and benefits of being a Functional Skills Tutor.

Working in Further Education
Gain Qualifications and Experience to Become an End Point Assessor
Learn what qualifications and experience are needed to become an End Point Assessor.

Working in Further Education
The Role of a College Principal: Unlocking Student Success
Discover how college principals can unlock student success.

Job Hunting
5 Steps To Become a Successful Health and Social Care Assessor
Looking for health and social care assessor jobs? Read our comprehensive guide of five steps that you need to take.

Working in Further Education
Preparing for an Ofsted monitoring visit: Tips and best practices
Ready for an Ofsted Monitoring Visit? This comprehensive and step-by-step guide will walk you through the process.

Working in Further Education
What Is a Learning Support Assistant and What Does Their Role Entail?
Learn about the role of a Learning Support Assistant in the UK's further education sector.

Working in Further Education
How to Boss the Role of an Ofsted Nominee
When Ofsted come knocking, you need a strong nominee. Want to know how to boxx the role of Ofsted nominee? Read on!

Business of Education
What are Training Providers? A Guide to Training Providers in the UK
Training Providers are organizations that provide vocational education and training to young people and adults.

Job Hunting
10 Signs That It’s Time To Make A Career Move
How do you know when it's the right time to make a move? Check out 10 factors that might be drive a move for you.

Job Hunting
5 Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd And Attract A Great Job
Today’s job market is increasingly competitive and it can be tricky to stand out from the crowd.

Job Hunting
What is a micro teach?
Micro teaching (also known as micro-teaching or microteaching) is a type of instructional practice that involves brief..

Working in Further Education
How to Coach Learners Better: The Importance of a Coach’s Mindset
Would you say you’re an effective trainer, mentor, and guide for your learners?

Job Hunting
The Best Interview Questions For Further Education Interviews
Whether it’s your first time conducting an interview, or your 100th, it’s always a good idea to...

Working in Further Education
Top Tips For Teaching In Further Eduction
Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been teaching in FE for a while, it’s always a good idea to...

Job Hunting
How Important Is Occupational Competence When Teaching In Further Education?
The short answer is, it’s invaluable. If you’re teaching a qualification that leads to an occupation...

Job Hunting
7 Steps to Finding a Job in Further Education & Training After Redundancy
Bouncing back from redundancy can seem like an impossible task, besides, no one ever goes into a job expecting...

Hiring
6 Unconventional Steps to Recession Proof your Training Organisation
For six consecutive years, Cameron Herold grew 1-800-GOT-JUNK by 100%, grew the workforce by over 2,000% and took...

Hiring
How One Training Provider Hired 156 People With a £10,000 Recruitment Agency Budget
Cutting your recruitment budget to practically zero is the dream for most training providers. But how can you do it?

Business of Education
9 Strategies a Commercial Director Used To Grow A Pipeline With 200+ Levy Clients
Over the last few years a leading provider used the following strategies to grow a pipeline of employers

Hiring
How To Save £10,000s When Hiring - Recruitment Agency Benefits And Disadvantages
I’m going to show you the recruitment agency benefits (and the disadvantages) that will save you £10,000s.

Hiring
The Ultimate Guide to Attracting and Hiring Outstanding People to Grow Your Training Business
If you're a forward thinking training provider who wants to upgrade their hiring processes then read on...