Fellowship of Inspection Nominees (FIN)

Join us for the tenth session of our series, where we delve into the world of outstanding provision and the coveted recognition from Ofsted. In this session, we are thrilled to have Bournemouth University, active FIN members, sharing valuable insights into their journey toward achieving Outstanding status. Join us as they discuss their inspection experience, how they have navigated challenges and triumphs, and the strategies and best practices employed by Exceed to achieve their Outstanding status post-inspection. To book your place: https://lnkd.in/eA_xx3Et

Finley is very excited to be joining us this year at this years University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) exhibition. Who will be coming to visit us? #UVAC2024 #FIN #Fellowshipofinspectionnominees

FIN have been making a big impact in the world of further education. Our research has led to changes being made in many areas with our Big Listen report influencing the proposed changes to how Ofsted carries out and reports on inspection. Ofsted – “The Fellowship of Inspection Nominees (FIN) told us that reporting should include more guidance on how to improve provision. FIN also said that ‘98% of surveyed nominees are adamant that 5 days’ notice of an inspection should be given to providers of all sizes’.” There has also been calls for major reform of the functional skills qualifications in the governments curriculum and assessment review, based on our report for need to make the FSQ more relevant to both the apprentice and the employer. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/ehYA_bE2 To continue making waves we need your help to gather evidence. At FIN, we are keen to identify the impact of July’s ESFA instruction that requires providers with less than a 50% Qualification Achievement Rate (QAR) for an individual standard in 2023/24 to stop new starts in that apprenticeship programme, raising concerns about a provider’s strategic planning, business development and cashflow. Please complete the anonymous survey below to give your contribution to this research and make a difference. Survey link: https://lnkd.in/erXie3hc   If you have any questions about any of our events or research please contact: info@fin-online.org.uk

Don't forget to book your place...https://lnkd.in/emiXMvTp

Most Downloaded Resource This months most downloaded resource is 6.308 - Ten questions, focus on employers. Members - Which resources have you used this month? #cpd #ofsted #fin #fellowshipofinspectionnominees

Did you know... Our members have access to over 350 regularly updated resources. These can form the basis of your vital CPD sessions, be easily distributed within your organisation to the appropriate people, for example when target setting or when facing a particular challenge, and contain questions to assess understanding. Members, log in to use your resources: https://lnkd.in/epkEZT3d #FIN #cpdresources #ofsted #inspectionnominee

We’re looking forward to meeting delegates at the 2024 UVAC conference on 6 November 2024.  As well as a packed programme around the the theme Back to the future in higher technical and professional education and skills, the conference exhibition offers plenty of opportunity to: ⦁ Gain valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the field of higher level apprenticeships ⦁ Connect and network with others working in the sector ⦁ Learn from the experience and expertise of others ⦁ Share your ideas with like-minded individuals Tickets available now https://lnkd.in/eTDNwM5t #UVAC2024

FIN Member Good News: Thank you to Jo Hornby SFHEA from The University of Bolton for sharing the fantastic news that they are receiving £344k of funding from the OfS to support the development of degree apprenticeships, this follows their recent Ofsted 'Good' inspection. Well done, this will have a positive impact on higher level apprenticeship provision. Read the full story at the link below: https://lnkd.in/d_xtrKTD

Fantastic to hear about FIN members successes. Well done Gregg Scott and your team! Quality is not a tap turned on of off running up to an inspection - it’s a continuous journey and hard work. Looking forward to hearing all about your next achievements.