College Employers Scotland is the representative body for the colleges as employers, and plays a key role in ensuring that colleges are great places to work
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The world is changing fast. Has the workforce model in Scotland's colleges kept pace?
In a new article, Dr David C Watt, Chair of College Employers Scotland, explores the challenges and considers possible ways forward 👉 collegeemployersscotland.ac.…
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A sustainable college sector depends on a sustainable workforce.
New CES-commissioned research will explore how Scotland's college workforce can evolve to meet future challenges and opportunities.
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The latest @ScotFundCouncil report on the financial sustainability of Scotland's colleges paints an increasingly concerning picture, with many colleges continuing to face significant financial challenges: bit.ly/3Vk85Fb
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Financial pressures facing colleges continue to grow, with the situation remaining extremely challenging.
Read our response to the latest @AuditScotland report: bit.ly/4xPoOP9
📢 In case you missed it, last month Scotland's colleges introduced a national grievance policy for lecturing staff.
The framework supports the early and effective resolution of workplace concerns and provides a shared approach to grievance handling.
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New polling commissioned by Colleges Scotland highlights strong public support for vocational and technical education, apprenticeships and the skills needed for Scotland's future.
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Scotland’s colleges and universities face a fast-changing landscape. How can the sector adapt and thrive? Join us on 27 August at the Scottish Parliament’s Festival of Politics for a discussion on the future of tertiary education. Learn more: bit.ly/4fJ9wDv
This week's publication of the Fair Work First evaluation report is a timely contribution to the ongoing conversation about fair work in Scotland.
We've set out our initial response 👉 bit.ly/4fGT0VY
You can access the report here 👉 bit.ly/4pZSCp7
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What does a truly fair workplace look like for disabled people❓
Our latest guest blog from @InclusionScot shares insights on breaking down barriers and building more inclusive workplaces across Scotland.
#FairWork #Inclusion #DisabilityRights
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In his summer message, CES Director Callum Chomczuk reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing Scotland's colleges as employers - from sustainable funding and workforce development to digital transformation and innovation.
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College Employers Scotland and the EIS-FELA have jointly developed a new national grievance policy for lecturing staff, set to be implemented across colleges from 1 August 2026.
The framework prioritises early resolution, consistency, and fairness to support positive working relationships sector-wide.
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📢 We're seeking a research partner!
Help us investigate how Scotland's college workforce needs could evolve amid rapid technological change and financial pressures.
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Scotland's college lecturers to receive 10% pay rise after offer from employers is overwhelmingly backed.
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'Historic first' as multi-year pay deal proposed for Scotland's college lecturers.
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