The employability mindset

By: Kristina Gray

Communications Assistant

Thursday 20 March 2014

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The start of 2014 showed some promise with unemployment figures decreasing in the UK. The number of people out of work in the UK fell by 63,000 to 2.33 million which is definitely a positive sign, however 17.9% of young people aged 16-24 who aren’t in full time education are still unemployed.

The figures show there are more opportunities for employment, however it may be difficult for young people to capitalise on them and secure a job if they aren’t fully prepared for what’s ahead of them.

For many young people, getting their foot on the first rung of the career ladder is the most important, yet hardest, step to take.

To give people the best chance when entering the labour market, it’s essential they have the attributes that will appeal to potential employers as well as realistic expectations for their first job. A smooth transition from learning into work is something we want for all young people and REED NCFE offer a variety of qualifications which can help prepare and equip learners for the world of work and give them an ‘edge’ over the competition.

The REED NCFE qualifications offer something different to other qualifications that can be seen in the preparation for life and work sector. They focus on equipping learners with the mind-set they need for work, as well as the skills they need to find and secure a job.

In addition to the existing Job Search and Interview Skills and Job Search and Employability qualification suites, there is now also a Job Search and Employment Potential suite of qualifications.

With the participation age for learners rising to 18 from 2015, these qualifications are certainly now something that will be beneficial for schools to deliver to their learners and get them fully prepared for the world of work!

Find out more about REED NCFE employability qualifications.

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Lindsay Plumpton

Communications Leader
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David Grailey

Chief Executive
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Andrew Gladstone-Heighton

Policy Leader
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Esme Winch

Managing Director
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Michael Lemin

Policy and Research Manager
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