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We are an independent policy and research organisation focused on lifelong learning and better work.

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Just over two weeks to go until our webinar with @thenfer.bsky.social! 📺

This webinar on Tuesday 24 February will present research from NFER's #Skills2035 programme to consider how the adult skills system can better meet the needs of people in at-risk occupations.

Register now. ⬇️
Turning risk into opportunity: Reskilling workers in a changing economy - Learning and Work Institute
This webinar will present research from NFER’s The Skills Imperative 2035 programme and consider how the adult skills system can be reinvigorated to better meet the needs of people in at-risk occupati...
learningandwork.org.uk
February 9, 2026 at 2:07 PM
It's National Apprenticeship Week!

In the spirit of celebrating apprenticeships, check out our 2025 #GetTheNationLearning Patron's Award winner Maddison Walker who excelled on a Senior Leader Apprenticeship.

➡️ Read Maddison's story: getthenationlearning.org.uk/maddison-wal...

#NAW2026
February 9, 2026 at 9:15 AM
You still have until 20 February to apply for two exciting positions at L&W!

➡️ Deputy Director, Policy and Research (Better Work and Progression)
➡️ Head of Research: Qualitative Methods and Evaluation

Find out more about the roles: learningandwork.org.uk/about-us/joi...
Join our team - Learning and Work Institute
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February 6, 2026 at 2:57 PM
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Very pleased @learnworkuk.bsky.social is part of this initiative. Please spread the word to all who might be interested in working in a think tank or research organisation.
Thinking of a career in think tanks?

We're hosting a webinar for undergraduates or those with similar experience interested in working in the sector. We'll have speakers from numerous organisations sharing their insight and experience.

Register here 👉 buff.ly/DYHqI26
February 5, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Our #DrivingChangeHE project, in partnership with Carers Federation, supported by @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk, has been supporting 23 universities to improve support for young adult carers. 🎓

➡️ Explore our new infographic showing what has been achieved: learningandwork.org.uk/driving-chan...
Driving Change in Higher Education - Learning and Work Institute
Learning and Work Institute is working in partnership with The Carers Federation with funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to improve the support that young adult carers receive in higher ...
learningandwork.org.uk
February 5, 2026 at 5:20 PM
#GetTheNationLearning is continuing to grow. 🚀

Investment and participation in adult learning has declined dramatically in the last decade, with large inequalities in access to learning opportunities.

Our campaign is seeking to turn this around so everyone can learn throughout life. Here's why. ⬇️
Get The Nation Learning | Awards highlights
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February 4, 2026 at 3:53 PM
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Apply to be the new Head of Research at L&W!

In this role, you would lead innovative, impactful research and evaluation projects across our focus areas of employment and skills. 🔍

Think you'd be the right fit? Find out more and apply by 20 February. 📬
Head of Research: Qualitative Methods and Evaluation - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 21, 2026 at 5:37 PM
We've got a new look! 💅

Our new L&W website is now up and running - we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Through this, we hope to be as loud and clear as ever in our vision for enabling everyone to realise their potential through learning and work.

Explore the website: learningandwork.org.uk
Home - Learning and Work Institute
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February 3, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Register for our webinar: 'No train, no gain' 📺

This webinar will reflect on our research commissioned by Multiverse showing how access to in-work training can act as a boon for people’s pay and careers.

📆 Wednesday 11 March

🕑 1-2pm

Register now: learningandwork.org.uk/events/no-tr...
No train, no gain - Learning and Work Institute
This webinar will explore findings of L&W research showing how access to in-work training can act as a boon for people’s pay and careers.
learningandwork.org.uk
February 2, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Read L&W chief exec @stephenevans.bsky.social's comment on graduate unemployment in London in The Telegraph. 🗞️

“It does look like, on the face of it, that this is a kind of deterioration in the labour market in London.”

www.telegraph.co.uk/business/202...
London was the place to start a career. Now graduates can’t get a job
The well-trodden route to career success has been stymied by soaring unemployment in the capital
www.telegraph.co.uk
February 2, 2026 at 9:17 AM
We're #hiring for three exciting roles at L&W:

⭐ Campaigns and Events Coordinator (apply by this Sunday!)
⭐ Deputy Director, Policy and Research (Better Work and Progression)
⭐ Head of Research: Qualitative Methods and Evaluation

Find out more and apply: learningandwork.org.uk/about-us/wor...
Join our team - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 30, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Interested in how the skills system can support people in at-risk occupations?

Our webinar with @nferclassroom.bsky.social, presenting findings from their Skills Imperative 2035 programme, will give you a chance to hear from the experts!

📆 Tuesday 24 February
🕑 1-2pm

#Skills2035

Register now. ⬇️
Turning risk into opportunity: Reskilling workers in a changing economy - Learning and Work Institute
This webinar will present research from NFER’s The Skills Imperative 2035 programme and consider how the adult skills system can be reinvigorated to better meet the needs of people in at-risk occupati...
learningandwork.org.uk
January 29, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Take Enginuity's SME Snapshot Survey and help shape the future of skills and workforce development!

📝 The survey captures employer insight on skills shortages, training needs and barriers SMEs face in developing their workforce.

Take the survey by 6 February: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SnapGeneral
January 29, 2026 at 10:49 AM
Catch our very own Amy Solanki, HR Business Partner at L&W, speaking at CIPD Trust's webinar on how to respond well when someone discloses a conviction.

📆 24 February
⏰ Midday

Register now: ow.ly/yopO50Y1E1b
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January 28, 2026 at 2:24 PM
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Join the L&W team!

We're #hiring for the following position: Deputy Director, Policy and Research (Better Work and Progression).

💡 In this role, you'd help us generate insights to enable more people to move into and progress through better work.

Find out more and apply by 20 February. ⬇️
Deputy Director, Policy and Research (Better Work and Progression) - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 21, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Congratulations to London South Bank University for achieving their Quality Standard in Carer Support accreditation through #DrivingChangeHE! 📜🎉

Partnering with Carers Federation and supported by @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk, we've been working with unis to improve support for young adult carers.
January 26, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Read L&W chief exec @stephenevans.bsky.social's comment on cuts to skills bootcamps in @feweek.bsky.social. ⬇️🗞️
Bootcamp cuts as DWP switches to ‘budget-led’ funding
Local authorities face cuts of up to 75 per cent to their skills bootcamp budgets under a new government funding model based on historic delivery, not demand.
feweek.co.uk
January 26, 2026 at 10:14 AM
We're inviting local policy makers in Connect to Work delivery areas to contribute to the Labour Market Evidence Programme. 📢

Funded by DWP, L&W is working with @employmentstudies.bsky.social to strengthen the labour market evidence base.

Find out more: www.employment-studies.co.uk/helping-poli...
Helping policymakers improve local employment outcomes | Institute for Employment Studies (IES)
www.employment-studies.co.uk
January 23, 2026 at 11:33 AM
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Check out coverage of the progress #JobsPlus is making across England:

🗞️ The Sheffield Star: www.thestar.co.uk/news/politic...

🗞️ The London Post: london-post.co.uk/getting-lond...

🗞️The Darlington and Stockton Times: www.darlingtonandstocktontimes.co.uk/news/2573504...
Innovative Sheffield jobs scheme helps 30 people to find work
A jobs scheme based on social housing has so far helped 30 Sheffield people to find work.
www.thestar.co.uk
January 5, 2026 at 10:37 AM
Apply to be the new Head of Research at L&W!

In this role, you would lead innovative, impactful research and evaluation projects across our focus areas of employment and skills. 🔍

Think you'd be the right fit? Find out more and apply by 20 February. 📬
Head of Research: Qualitative Methods and Evaluation - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 21, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Join the L&W team!

We're #hiring for the following position: Deputy Director, Policy and Research (Better Work and Progression).

💡 In this role, you'd help us generate insights to enable more people to move into and progress through better work.

Find out more and apply by 20 February. ⬇️
Deputy Director, Policy and Research (Better Work and Progression) - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 21, 2026 at 11:40 AM
Our January labour market briefing is now live. 🔴

Read our analysis of the latest labour market data from ONS: learningandwork.org.uk/what-we-do/e...

#employment #labourmarket
Labour market analysis for January 2026
Our analysis of labour market data from Office for National Statistics, released on the morning of 20 January 2026.
learningandwork.org.uk
January 20, 2026 at 6:05 PM
"Looking ahead, slow growth and global instability increase the risks of rising worklessness, increasing the importance of the Government focusing on growth."

✍️ L&W chief exec @stephenevans.bsky.social responds to today's labour market statistics released by ONS.
Labour market analysis, 20 January 2026
Learning and Work Institute's response to the labour market stats for January 2026, released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
learningandwork.org.uk
January 20, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Apply to be our Campaigns and Events Coordinator by 1 February! 📬

In this role, you'd be focussed on securing impact for our work by supporting the delivery of our campaigns and events.

Find out more and apply: learningandwork.org.uk/about-us/wor...
Campaigns and Events Coordinator - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 19, 2026 at 10:30 AM
"Our remit simply is to help anyone, regardless of their characteristics, circumstances, employment status, benefit claim, or anything else."

✍️ In a new article, @tracyfishwick.bsky.social @transformliveco.bsky.social, explains how #JobsPlus has had a transformative impact in Toxteth.
From strength to strength: JobsPlus in Toxteth - Learning and Work Institute
learningandwork.org.uk
January 15, 2026 at 11:38 AM