Assistant SENCO Programme Earns Official Endorsement from NQual
We are pleased to share that our Assistant SENCO programme has officially achieved external endorsement from NQual, an Ofqual-regulated Awarding Organisation.
This independent endorsement confirms that our Assistant SENCO curriculum, practical delivery, and learning outcomes meet rigorous national standards for quality, structure, and educational value.
Double Your Impact: Study Level 3 TA Apprenticeship Now With added Option Of gaining An Elklan Qualification
ESF Apprenticeships is launching an enhanced training route for school support staff. Candidates studying our Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship can now gain an optional specialist Elklan qualification alongside their main apprenticeship, at no extra cost.
As Featured in Hemel Today: ESF Apprenticeships Celebrates ‘Strong’ Ofsted Rating
“Hertfordshire training provider ESF Apprenticeships has been awarded ‘Strong’ across all inspection areas by Ofsted, placing it in the top tier of independent training providers.”
ESF Apprenticeships is Heading to Nasen LIVE 2026!
Discover how ESF Apprenticeships helps schools and MATs upskill their workforce and navigate the shifting SEND and inclusion landscape.
It’s Official: We Are Rated ‘Strong’ in All Areas by Ofsted!
We have some incredible news to share! Following our Ofsted inspection in May, we are thrilled to announce that we have secured a 'Strong' standard...
Featured in Schools Week: New Fully-Funded Training Programme for Assistant SENCOs Seeks to Address SENCO Workload Problem
Do schools need more SEND support? Our Teacher Tapp poll of 2,196 schools shows that 35% now employ an Assistant SENCO. Explore the snapshot data.
Assistant SENCO Programme Webinar: Everything you need to know
Join us, where we’ll explore the ins and outs of the Assistant SENCO Programme, you’ll learn more about studying the Assistant SENCO Programme and meet the Curriculum Lead. We’re accepting applications for our final cohort starting in June, for this academic year.
Online Apprenticeship Information Session
An opportunity for school and college leavers to discover what it’s like to study an apprenticeship in a school or community sports setting.
Stanley Ayres: North Herts Young Star Hero 2026
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Stanley Ayres, one of our apprentices, currently working as a Teaching Assistant at The Giles Nursery and...
Webinar: What are SEND Experts Advising About the White Paper Proposals?
Following the government’s release of its major new white paper for schools, representing the biggest proposed shake-up to SEND policy in the last decade, our sister company Real Training asks… what’s next for SENCOs?
Supporting Apprenticeships: SME Roundtable with National Apprenticeship Ambassador network (AAN) Chair
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, we were pleased to take part in a welcoming an informal SME Apprenticeship Roundtable hosted at the...
National Apprenticeship Week 2026
Our educational apprenticeships are an excellent pathway for young people looking to start a career in education and for schools to support staff who wish to progress and make an impact in their current roles.
Press Clipping: Harlow boxing champion Francis on a mission to get more girls involved in sport
Three years ago, ESF Apprenticeships became a part of Real Group Ltd. Since then, we have worked together to expand our suite of SEND apprenticeships for schools and colleges, and continued to deliver our PE, Health and Wellbeing programmes to both schools and community settings. Today, we’re pleased to announce that Real Group Ltd has transitioned from private ownership to being 100% employee owned.
Real Group Ltd transitions to employee ownership
Three years ago, ESF Apprenticeships became a part of Real Group Ltd. Since then, we have worked together to expand our suite of SEND apprenticeships for schools and colleges, and continued to deliver our PE, Health and Wellbeing programmes to both schools and community settings. Today, we’re pleased to announce that Real Group Ltd has transitioned from private ownership to being 100% employee owned.
Final Chance to study Advanced SEND Leader Apprenticeship at Level 7
The countdown is on for SENCOs and aspiring SEND leaders across England to secure a place on our final cohort that will achieve the prestigious...
New Level 5 SLCN Leadership Programme, with HLCP Qualification
Designed for Teaching Assistants and other school support professionals, this programme is ideal for anyone with existing speech, language or communication training that is looking to develop into a Higher Level Communication Practitioner (HLCP), a role focused on driving impactful, inclusive communication practices across the school.
Hertfordshire Primary Headteachers’ Conference 2025
We invite you to an insightful session, “Enhancing Inclusive Provision: How to Develop Your SEND Team Using The Growth and Skills Levy,” where we’ll show how schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) can utilise existing levy funds to upskill their teams and hire new staff.
New Term, New Look, New Website!
Our aim, to make it easier than ever for schools, and individuals, to discover the transformative power of apprenticeships as a route for hiring new staff, securing a job in a school or community setting, or upskilling team members.
We’re exhibiting! Generation Hertford Careers Fair 2025
We invite you to an insightful session, “Enhancing Inclusive Provision: How to Develop Your SEND Team Using The Growth and Skills Levy,” where we’ll show how schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) can utilise existing levy funds to upskill their teams and hire new staff.
Webinar: Everything you need to know about the Specialist TA Apprenticeship
If you're thinking of applying to study our Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship, you can watch our webinar where you'll learn all you need...
Celebrating National Teaching Assistants’ Day 2025
It’s that time of year when we come together to recognise, celebrate, and raise awareness of the essential contributions of Teaching Assistants...
Join ESF at the TES SEND Show 2025
We invite you to an insightful session, “Enhancing Inclusive Provision: How to Develop Your SEND Team Using The Growth and Skills Levy,” where we’ll show how schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) can utilise existing levy funds to upskill their teams and hire new staff.
Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Shortlisted for Teach Primary Award 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that our Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant apprenticeship has been shortlisted in the CPD category at the 2025 Teach...
Introducing our new Language and Literacy specialism for the Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – in partnership with Elklan
Introducing our new Language and Literacy specialism for the Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - in partnership with Elklan We’re...
PE Primary and Sport Premium Funding Confirmed for 2025/26
Good News for Primary Schools Along with primary schools across England, we welcome the news that the government has confirmed the PE and Sport...
National School Sports Week 2025
Let's Get Active! How PE Apprentices Are Boosting School Sports Provision National School Sports Week 2025 is the perfect time to reflect on the...
Important changes to Level 7 apprenticeship funding: What it means for CPD in schools
In May 2025, the UK government announced a significant change to funding rules for Level 7 apprenticeships After a period of review, we now have...
Just launched: Assistant SENCO Apprenticeship
A new addition to our growing portfolio of SEND-focused Apprenticeships We are proud to announce the launch of the first apprenticeship specifically...
Press Clipping: Catherine McKinnell visits Bishop’s Storford Primary School to Witness Impact of Pioneering Apprenticeship Scheme
As one of the first training providers to deliver the Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship, Educational and Sporting Futures has...
Ministerial Visit to Manor Fields Primary School Highlights Impact of Level 5 Specialist TA Apprenticeship
A Lesson In Apprenticeships! This week, Manor Fields Primary School in Bishop’s Stortford welcomed a special guest; the Minister for School...
Everything you need to know about the Specialist TA Apprenticeship: Webinar
We're inviting TAs, LSAs who have applied or thinking of applying to study our Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship to join our upcoming...
National Careers Week 2025
We are proud to celebrate National Careers Week which runs from 3rd – 8th March 2025. National Careers Week (NCW) is a one-week celebration of...
Article: Equipping teaching assistants for the rise in SEND
Are we giving TAs the right support for a challenging role? Our new Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant apprenticeship equips teaching assistants...
Inspection in Further Education- with a outstanding rated provider
We are proud to be interviewed by Carly Danes, Safeguarding Consultant at ECP Safeguarding, to share our expertise on safeguarding in their latest...
Press Clipping: Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
New apprenticeship to equip teaching assistants on SEND Press Clipping: Read the full article here: We are incredibly proud to be part of the...
Celebrating National Teaching Assistants’ Day 2024: Shaping Educational and Sporting Futures
Shaping Educational and Sporting Futures It's that time of year, when we recognise and celebrate and raise awareness of the essential contributions...
Announcing the new Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard
The Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard, a progression pathway that opens up new opportunities for Teaching Assistants to...
Combining Apprenticeships with NPQs
Announcing a new professional development pathway to effective Senior Leadership combining Apprenticeships with NPQs This exciting offer combines...
National School Sports Week 17 – 23 June #NSSW2024
The Youth Sport Trust runs the National School Sports Week which aims to encourage children to be more active and to promote the role of sport and...
Generation Stevenage 2024
Generation Stevenage - Careers Fair 2024 We'll be exhibiting and showcasing our apprenticeship opportunities at Generation Stevenage Careers Fair,...
Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
Mental Health Awareness week | Moving more for our mental health: 13 – 19 May 2024 We’re proud to support this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week's...
9 out of 10 teachers say LSA support for SEND is non-existent
In a survey completed by 8,000 National Education Union Survey (NEU) members earlier this month, 9 out of 10 teachers stated that access to learning...
Apprenticeship pathways for Year 11, 12 and 13 students
Apprenticeships offer alternative pathways post GCSEs or A levels, that can lead to a rewarding and viable career. For students who are looking for...
Camden Apprenticeships awards 2024
The Camden Apprenticeships Awards 2024 is a ceremony dedicated to celebrating and recognising the work of apprentices. Camden Council hosted their...
National Careers Week 2024
National Careers Week 2024 #NCW2024 We are proud to celebrate National Careers Week (NCW) taking place between the 4th to 9th March 2024. The...
Childcare Recruitment Campaign by DfE
If you’re looking to #DoSomethingBig and start a career working with small children, you could explore our Early Years apprenticeship opportunities and discover how rewarding a career in early years and childcare can be.
MBE celebration for Educational and Sporting Futures
National Apprenticeship Week is one of the biggest dates in Educational and Sporting Futures calendar.
National Apprenticeship Week #NAW2024
National Apprenticeship Week is one of the biggest dates in Educational and Sporting Futures calendar.
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