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Top marks for competition pupils

 Top marks for competition pupils

Teenagers tackling anti-social behaviour in Salford have earned their school £1,500 to help pay for playground equipment and are looking forward to a day out at the Lowry Theatre as an extra reward. Salford City Council invited schools to take part in a competition which would help pupils explore the issues around anti-social behaviour – [...]

Teach first scheme expands to West Midlands

 Teach first scheme expands to West Midlands

Teach First is an independent charity founded to encourage top graduates, who would not normally enter teaching, to teach for at least two years in challenging secondary schools in London and Greater Manchester.  Now this programme is being expanded to include the West Midlands.   Jim Knight, Minister for Schools, last night launched the Teach First programme in [...]

Local councils share good talent management practice

 Local councils share good talent management practice

The IDeA’s Talent Management Community of Practice is celebrating this week on reaching 300 members.   This thriving on and off-line Community of Practice offers those working on recruitment, retention and workforce development within local councils the opportunity to share good practice, find practical solutions to problems and network with others who have similar interests and [...]

Public Sector Jobs Week 14-18 May 2007

 Public Sector Jobs Week 14-18 May 2007

As well as the National Public Sector Jobs Week Conference for public sector HR professionals on 16th May in London, here are a range of local activities happening around the country to celebrate Public Sector Jobs Week: North East Lincolnshire Council – Recruitment Rally Friday 11th May – Job Club Workshop, Immingham Civic Centre, 10am-4pm [...]