Education Inclusion Partnership

Inclusive recruitment, candidate support, and partnership delivery for education careers

Programmes

Structured support that fits different stages

EIP programmes are modular, so candidates and partners can select what is needed without unnecessary hurdles. Delivery can be online, in-person, or blended—designed around accessibility and candidate circumstances.

Programme menu

  • Mentoring Pathways — structured check-ins, goal-setting, selection readiness
  • Application Workshops — routes, evidence mapping, drafting support
  • Interview Readiness — scenarios, safeguarding prompts, feedback
  • Transition Support — placement readiness, professional expectations
  • Community Outreach — awareness events and signposting with local partners

Marketing note: these offers can be promoted through community channels, campus networks, and local employer partnerships (where appropriate).

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Mentoring Pathways

Pair candidates with trained mentors to improve confidence, clarity, and readiness. Mentoring focuses on actionable next steps and reflective learning.

  • Route planning and barrier mapping
  • Evidence gathering and statement drafting
  • Mock interviews and improvement plans

Application Preparation Workshops

Workshops break down criteria and expectations so candidates can produce stronger applications and make informed choices about routes.

  • Routes into training (including alternatives)
  • STAR evidence and examples
  • Feedback and Q&A

Interview Readiness

Practice materials designed around values, safeguarding awareness, and classroom scenarios—delivered with structured feedback.

  • Scenario libraries and prompts
  • Values/motivation articulation
  • Communication and reflection

Example 8-week pathway (illustrative)

  • Week 1: onboarding, route mapping, adjustments and accessibility
  • Week 2: experience audit, evidence plan, next steps
  • Week 3: application drafting + feedback
  • Week 4: interview formats, values and motivation
  • Week 5: safeguarding scenarios, professional boundaries
  • Week 6: classroom readiness and expectations
  • Week 7: mock interview + structured feedback
  • Week 8: transition planning, referrals, signposting
Classroom environment supporting learning

Partner referrals

Partners can refer candidates using simple criteria (stage, goals, accessibility needs). Clear referral routes help reduce drop-off and ensure candidates receive the right kind of support at the right time.