Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
The Juvenile Secure Estate for Young People Aged 15-17
How effective are leadership and management in raising achievement and supporting all learners?

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5.7there are enough qualified and experienced teaching, training and support staff to match the demands of programmes and the range of learners.

Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the juvenile secure estate context means...

5.7.1all staff understand the significance of low attainment, particularly in literacy, numeracy and language, as a risk factor relating to offending behaviour.
5.7.2all staff understand their role and responsibility in ensuring that young people are appropriately supported in developing literacy, numeracy and language skills.
5.7.3all staff are able to plan effectively to meet the needs of young people who may not have been accessing formal learning for a long time and/or who may have had negative experiences of it.

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