The majority of the UK's management level employees feel trapped in their jobs, but the last thing most would do in the present climate of rising unemployment and falling economy is leave them. At the same time, many employers are struggling to fill positions because of the skills shortage. In the midst of this hamstrung scenario, the education sector may have a secure solution to both problems.
According to a recent survey, almost 80% of managers say they feel indifferent, if not outright depressed, about the thought of continuing in their present careers until retirement. Just a scant 30% say they're in their dream job. As for employers, four out of ten confess they're hard pressed to find skilled workers, citing the average 5,000 it takes to recruit a single capable employee as a further obstacle in their search.
In the face of these unpromising statistics, Lifelong Learning UK is launching its government supported 'Make a Difference' campaign. It aims to encourage management candidates from all sectors to consider retraining and working in management or leadership role within the further education sector. Eligible candidates will receive funding for a 12 month leadership development programme that, will result in careers that are not only personally rewarding but will offer similar remuneration to private sector jobs.
Alan Clarke of Lifelong Learning UK says, The seismic events in the financial and economic environment has lead many people to re-evaluate their careers. With the threat of redundancy ever present, many UK managers are actively looking for higher ground. A career in further education offers similar challenges to the private sector and enjoys competitive financial renumeration too. The Make a Difference programme will help talented recruits transition across to help meet the need of the FE sector now and in the future.
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Majority of UK managers 'trapped' in their jobs
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