DfE seeks a national supplier to recruit and train 1,000 high-quality graduates annually through a two-year employment-based Initial Teacher Training programme for schools serving disadvantaged communities, with a contract value of £53.7 million for three cohorts (2027-2030) and potential extension to 2031.
Contract awarded. Originally published 3 months ago.
No single supplier dominates the field.
In education training, DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION has awarded 29 contracts to 25 suppliers.
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Across education training, the most active winners are SHANNON TRUST, FAREPORT TRAINING ORGANISATION LIMITED, QA Ltd — the field to beat, or your route in as a partner.
Direct award to King's College London for flexible postgraduate learning programmes designed for mid-career UK civil servants, running from January 2026 to July 2027 with alignment to civil service policy profession standards.
Contract to establish a National Centre for Arts Education that will lead efforts to revitalise arts in schools and oversee the Music Hubs network.
Pre-construction services agreement worth £1.2 million for design and refurbishment planning of Pope Paul Catholic Primary School, with potential progression to full construction works.
Software license procurement for user research data analysis tool covering 2026-2028.
Competitive tender for supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of culinary arts equipment at Dunboyne College (Athboy Campus) with an estimated contract value of €150,000-€216,000.
Recruit and lead an inclusive Youth Cabinet of 11-19 year olds in Trafford with weekly two-hour sessions and diverse community engagement.
Cork Education and Training Board seeks qualified training providers for a framework agreement covering seven specialized training courses including professional driving, welding, and pre-paramedic programs across three Cork campuses.
Deliver Construction Skills Card Training to Brighton & Hove residents seeking careers in construction, funded through S106 developer contributions.
