Preparing for Ofsted with CogniSoft
Ofsted inspections can create an overwhelming sense of panic amongst tutors and training providers. However, only those who are unprepared will find themselves dreading an Ofsted inspection. With the right…
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How effective is the Government Kickstart Scheme?
Last summer, the UK Government introduced a new employer initiative ‘The Kickstart Scheme’ aimed at supporting unemployed young people. Those aged 16-24 on Universal Credit would be provided with a…
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Our Guide to AEB (The Adult Education Budget)
The Adult Education Budget (AEB) is an ESFA funded scheme that can really make a difference to the careers and skillset of UK adults. Employers and employees alike can benefit from having…
UK unemployment rates drop; is employability still a concern?
As the UK economy reopens, unemployment rates in the UK have dropped for the fourth month in a row according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). But will this sign of…
YETI Infinity – Transform your delivery with a solution to fit your world.
YETI Infinity takes the first-class MIS functionality of YETI to a new level. By pairing it with the tools to deliver end-to-end apprenticeship and skills delivery, employers, MI Officers and…
Helping DWP Programme Providers Do More with YETI
Firstly, congratulations to all the organisations awarded a contract on the DWP Programme for Employment and Health-Related Services (CAEHRS). Tier 1 contract winners have now been confirmed and Tier 2…
Emma Cook takes the reigns at CogniSoft
CogniSoft are pleased to announce that from October, Emma Cook, a familiar face to most of you, has been appointed as Managing Director. Scott Robson, CEO of CogniSoft’s Parent company,…
CogniSoft is taking digital transformation seriously with new appointment
Greg Wenden has joined CogniSoft in the newly created role of Head of Information Technology. Greg is tasked with taking CogniSoft on the next phase of its evolution, as the…
The Evolution of Employability: Advisers are still the key!
Employability by its very nature, has to evolve, as the labour market it supports also evolves. From its origins in Welfare-to-Work programmes of the 90’s and noughties, where increased unemployment due to…
Employability in the Post-Covid aftermath
The human impact of Covid-19 is at the forefront of people’s thoughts - and rightly so. However, the impact on people's livelihood will be felt for a long time after…