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Guidance for inspectors on inspecting further education and skills providers under the education inspection framework.
This guidance came into force on 5 April 2024. Introduction 1. This…
April 2024 Paragraph 3: clarification that, when applying the handbook,…
You will need to follow a specific procedure if you want to contract as an Ofsted inspector.
This guide gives a summary of what providers should expect and what they need to do as part of an Ofsted inspection.
You can use this service to register your interest in contracting as an Ofsted inspector.
Find out if you have the qualifications and experience to contract as an Ofsted inspector for schools or further education and skills.
Find out how much you would be paid as a contracted Ofsted inspector for the different tasks you would perform.
Find out what tasks you will have if you contract as an Ofsted inspector.
Ofsted guidance for inspectors about how to inspect initial training for the UK Armed Forces relating to welfare and duty of care.
Updates for inspectors and stakeholders with the latest information and guidance about Ofsted's inspection work in schools and early education settings.
At the request of the Secretary of State for Education, Ofsted conducts pre-registration inspections of proposed free schools, studio schools and university technical colleges.
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