DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION · Awarded contract
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Process Evaluation of the Extended and More Flexible Government Traineeships Programme 2020/21

Awarded 01 Mar 2021

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Awarded01 Mar 2021
Value£77,261.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEducation & Training
Ended 5y 1mo ago7mo term
Awarded 1 Mar 2021Expired 29 Sept 2021

Department for Education awarded a contract to Institute for Employment Studies for the process evaluation of the extended and more flexible Government Traineeships Programme 2020/21.

The research involved designing and delivering qualitative research with end users and key stakeholders, including employers, providers, and trainees, to explore a mix of perspectives and experiences.

The evaluation aimed to contribute to understanding the recent expansion of the Traineeships programme, which introduced several flexibilities as part of the Government's 'Plan For Jobs' in response to Covid-19.

The contract value was AUD 77,261.

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