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CACHE

CACHE develops courses and qualifications for people who work, or want to work, in childcare.

Qualifications and Curriculum Authority

The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) is committed to building a world-class education and training framework that meets the changing needs of individuals, business and society.

Learndirect

Learndirect is a network of online learning and information services. It's a government-sponsored initiative in flexible learning, intended to make possible the vision of a "learning society" where everyone can learn and upgrade their skills throughout life.

Apprenticeships Information

This site gives guidance to both learners and employers on apprenticeships.

leisurejobs.co.uk

If you are interested in leisure as your career then leisurejobs.co.uk is your ideal career partner.

The Management Standards Centre

The Management Standards Centre (MSC) is the Government recognised standards setting body for the management and leadership areas. Over the past two years, the MSC has been engaged in a publicly funded project to develop a new set of National Occupational Standards (NOS) for management and leadership.

National Council for Voluntary Organisations

The National Council Voluntary Organisation works with and for the voluntary sector in England by providing information, advice and support and by representing the views of the sector to government and policy-makers.

Russell Commission consultation on Youth Action and Engagement

The Russell Commission has been set up by the Government to develop a new national framework for youth action and engagement. It is part of Government’s wider programme to promote volunteering right across society, and to encourage active and engaged citizens.

Institute for Volunteering Research

The Institute for Volunteering Research aims to develop knowledge and understanding of volunteering in a way that is relevant to practitioners and policy makers. This site provides an overview of the work of the Institute as well as detailed summaries of research that it has undertaken.

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Aims to improve the quality of life for all through cultural and sporting activities, to support the pursuit of excellence and to champion the tourism, creative and leisure industries.

Department for Children, Schools and Families

The Department for Children, Schools and Families is committed to enabling all children and young people to reach their full potential. This requires a strong lead in securing integrated children’s services and educational excellence.

The Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform

BERR helps ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world. It is the voice for business across Government.

The Sector Skills Development Agency

The Sector Skills Development Agency (SSDA) has been established to underpin the new network of UK wide Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) and promote effective working between sectors.

Sure Start

Sure Start is the Government's programme to deliver the best start in life for every child by bringing together: early education, childcare, health and family support.

The Volunteer Development Agency

The Volunteer Development Agency provides support, training and information on volunteering, volunteer management, child protection and voluntary management committees.

PlayBoard

PlayBoard is the lead agency for children's play in Northern Ireland, working to improve the quality of children's lives by increasing their opportunity to play.

Scottish Parliament

The official website of the Scottish Parliament.

Scottish Executive: Education Dept, Enterprise & Lifelong Learning Dept.

The official department of the Scottish Executive.

Scottish Qualifications Authority

SQA is the national body in Scotland responsible for the development, accreditation, assessment, and certification of qualifications other than degrees.

Sector Skills Alliance Scotland

Sector Skills Alliance Scotland is the collective voice of Sector Skills Bodies in Scotland.