Primary schools: pandemic causing ‘significant’ learning loss in England
Study highlights how poorest pupils are bearing the brunt of lockdowns and school closures....
England’s overhaul of skills and vocational education to focus on employability
‘Skills for jobs’ white paper to spur growth of higher-level vocational and technical courses in England....
‘Stressed’ millennials are setting the agenda at work
Younger employees know what works in the workplace – and that outmoded ways of doing things are bad for our health....
Productivity is a sham and a scam. So why do I love work so much?
At this point, I allowed myself to do some work. The effect was instantaneous: seated at my desk, editing something absolutely unnecessary, I felt a calm sense of purpose for...
How to cope with redundancy
Job losses in the UK are rising, triggering shame, anxiety and financial hardship. How can you regroup and rebuild? Career advisers and those who have been through it offer tips...
Is it time to embrace your career plan B?
Whether you’ve lost your job or fallen out of love with it, many people turned to something new this year. Stories from those who did – plus a beginner’s guide...
Green jobs for graduates: what should you study and how can you reskill?
Worldwide, the Global Commission on the Future of Work expects 24 million new jobs to be created by the green economy over the next 10 years....
How newly unemployed over-50s can start-up again
Obstacles litter the career path for older workers either looking, or having to, start again. But help is at hand....
How to land a job protecting the planet: do the groundwork
Volunteering, internships and communication skills can help students stand out....
How can I boost my CV if I can’t get work experience?
Start with a skills audit. Note which skills you already have, along with examples of when you’ve used them. Then list those you need to work on, and use that...