Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Voluntary and Community Sector
How effective are leadership and management in raising achievement and supporting all learners?

5C: How is success in leadership and management recognised?

The following extracts from ALI and Ofsted inspection reports illustrate effective practice in leadership and management.

Adult Learning Inspectorate | OFSTED

Full- and part-time staff and volunteers benefit from good staff development.

View the inspection report for Middlesbrough Adult Education Service

The staff development programme is well planned and targeted to achieve the service’s aims and objectives, the development plan and the priorities of government agencies. Staff have systematic appraisals and observations. All new staff have an induction to the service.

View the inspection report for Middlesbrough Adult Education Service

There is a strong management commitment to equality of opportunity. Policies and documents are frequently updated, and include good examples of how issues might apply or be recognised by learners. An equality and diversity group meets regularly. Its membership is drawn from a wide range of staff.

View the inspection report for Newham Training and Education Centre

The provider uses many effective practices to promote social inclusion. Staff receive very regular updates from senior managers, and feedback from outreach workers. Frequent staff development ensures that staff are aware of changes in legislation and in the local community. Staff are encouraged to share their experiences of working with vulnerable learners.

View the inspection report for Newham Training and Education Centre

The provider makes effective use of self-assessment to promote continuous improvement. Self-assessment and detailed development planning lead to effective action being taken to remedy weaknesses, such as in teaching and learning.

View the inspection report for Newham Training and Education Centre


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