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College Employers Scotland is the representative body for the colleges as employers, and plays a key role in ensuring that colleges are great places to work collegeemployersscotland.ac.uk

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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Financial pressures facing colleges continue to grow, with the situation remaining extremely challenging. Read our response to the latest @auditscotland.bsky.social report: bit.ly/4xPoOP9
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Financial pressure on colleges increases with situation still “extremely challenging”
Colleges Scotland is the collective voice of the college sector in Scotland; striving to create cohesive and sustainable partnerships, demonstrate positive impa
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
📢 In case you missed it, last month Scotland's colleges introduced a national grievance policy for lecturing staff. The framework supports the early and effective resolution of workplace concerns and provides a shared approach to grievance handling. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4h1vUsz
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
New polling commissioned by Colleges Scotland highlights strong public support for vocational and technical education, apprenticeships and the skills needed for Scotland's future. Read more 👇 collegesscotland.ac.uk/news/latest/...
				□ Graphic with blue background and white text with a picture to the left. The pictures shows young woman wearing PPE and using an electric sander. The text reads: "Every learning route matters. 58% of people in Scotland think vocational and technical education deserves greater value and recognition. Source: Yougov".
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Scotland’s colleges and universities face a fast-changing landscape. How can the sector adapt and thrive? Join us on 27 August at the Scottish Parliament’s Festival of Politics for a discussion on the future of tertiary education. Learn more: bit.ly/4fJ9wDv
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The future of Scottish colleges and universities - Buy tickets
Scottish college and university education is in peril. Difficult conversations about the meaning of tertiary education are all under the microscope. What’s the plan to future proof Scottish college an...
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
This week's publication of the Fair Work First evaluation report is a timely contribution to the ongoing conversation about fair work in Scotland. We've set out our initial response 👉 bit.ly/4fGT0VY You can access the report here 👉 bit.ly/4pZSCp7
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Fair Work Convention @fairworkconvention.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
What does a truly fair workplace look like for disabled people❓ Our latest guest blog from Inclusion Scotland shares insights on breaking down barriers and building more inclusive workplaces across Scotland. 👉https://tinyurl.com/ytd9k3ph #FairWork #Inclusion #DisabilityRights
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
In his summer message, CES Director Callum Chomczuk reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing Scotland's colleges as employers - from sustainable funding and workforce development to digital transformation and innovation. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4w3jHsA
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Want the latest news, insights and developments from Scotland's colleges as employers? Our new newsletter, CES Connect, is here. Featuring sector analysis, digital transformation insights, workforce updates and more. 📩 Sign up: bit.ly/4btGhDm
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
CES and the EIS-FELA have developed a new national grievance policy for lecturing staff, set to be implemented across colleges from 1 August 2026. The framework prioritises early resolution, consistency, and fairness to support positive working relationships. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3RHmWbd
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
📢 We're seeking a research partner! Help us investigate how Scotland's college workforce needs could evolve amid rapid technological change & financial pressures. 🔗 Read more: bit.ly/4w2saNT #TertiaryEd #Scotland #AI
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Scotland's college lecturers to receive 10% pay rise after offer from employers is overwhelmingly backed. Read more 👇 bit.ly/3SRa1nb
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
'Historic first' as multi-year pay deal proposed for Scotland's college lecturers. Read more 👇 bit.ly/3QMgMWQ
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Great Ministerial update from Ben Macpherson MSP to delegates at the Colleges Scotland conference, which is being wonderfully hosted today by Jim Metcalfe at Fife College in Dunfermline.
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Important coverage in @heraldscotland.bsky.social on #FairWork and its impact on colleges. Fair Work is fundamental to supporting staff and a strong economy – but must not constrain colleges’ ability to diversify income and build resilience. Read more 👉 www.heraldscotland.com/news/2609989...
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Colleges concerned about the costs of Fair Work applied unfairly
Scotland's colleges must meet employment standards that private companies do not, and they worry about losing opportunities as a result.
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Congratulations to @johnswinney.bsky.social on his re-election as FM, and to Màiri McAllan and @benmacpherson.bsky.social on their new Scottish Government roles. We also congratulate the wider ministerial team and look forward to working together to support colleges as excellent employers.
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
🎉 Congratulations to Prof Stuart Gibb (UHI North, West and Hebrides) on winning Outstanding Contribution from a Staff Member at the Herald Education Awards! A well-deserved recognition of his impact on policy and practice across the Highlands. Read more 👇 www.heraldscotland.com/news/2612540...
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The Herald Education Awards 2026 winners announced - see full list here
Check out the full list of The Herald Education Awards 2026, which were announced today.
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Final hours to apply! ⏰ Join us as a National HR Policies Officer. CIPD-qualified and confident turning employment law into real-world policy? We'd love to hear from you. Deadline: midnight tonight. Apply here 👉 bit.ly/42aEnTn
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Still a few days to go until the application deadline! 👉 bit.ly/42aEnTn
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
A reminder that there’s still time to apply. Join us and help shape national HR policy for Scotland's colleges 👉 bit.ly/42aEnTn #ICYMI
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
An update has been published on new developments in the Job Evaluation project for college professional services staff. The update can be found in the Latest News section of the National Negotiating Committees website 👉 bit.ly/4n7iNbL
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Interested in shaping the workforce at Scotland's colleges? Help lead national HR policy and bargaining 👉 bit.ly/42aEnTn
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
#ICYMI 👇 College Employers Scotland is hiring a National HR Policies Officer. A key role shaping sector-wide HR policy, supporting national bargaining, and providing expert advice across Scotland’s colleges. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/42aEnTn
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
College Employers Scotland is looking to recruit a National HR Policies Officer. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/42aEnTn
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
An update has been published on new developments in the Job Evaluation project for college professional services staff 👉 bit.ly/3OhMASk
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
A new website is now live providing information on the joint work of college employers and trade unions as they negotiate staff pay and conditions under the revised National Recognition and Procedures Agreement 👇 bit.ly/41l0dTD
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
The College Employers Scotland office will be closed for the Easter break on Friday 3 and Monday 6 April. We hope you have a restful and enjoyable long weekend, and we’ll be back open as normal on Tuesday 7 April.
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
📣 Major changes under the Employment Rights Act 2025 kick in from 6 April, including: • Day-one rights for parental leave & paternity leave • Wider eligibility for Statutory Sick Pay • New Fair Work Agency (7 April) CES will support colleges through the changes. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4segIeZ
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
We are seeking applications for the position of Independent Chair of the Board of Trustees. The deadline to apply is 5pm on Monday, 30 March 2026. Learn more about the role and how to apply: bit.ly/4bJ4d5d
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Colleges Scotland is the collective voice of the college sector in Scotland; striving to create cohesive and sustainable partnerships, demonstrate positive impa
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
As #FairWorkFestival2026 enters its final day, it’s worth recognising the commitment Scotland’s colleges show to delivering #FairWork - from early Living Wage adoption to strengthened national bargaining. CES looks forward to continuing our work to ensure colleges remain leaders in Fair Work.
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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Scotland’s new Essential Skills Network launches soon! Join colleagues from Scotland’s colleges and partner organisations to explore how essential, meta, and core skills can be strengthened across curriculum and practice 🤝 📅 29 April 2026 🕛 09:30–11:30 💻 Online via Microsoft Teams 🔗 bit.ly/4bm3jva
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Today we are pleased to jointly announce the launch of College Sector of the Future, an evidence-based future-proofing exercise to shape colleges for the next generation, and ensure they are a first-choice for future learners: bit.ly/4ugxoou
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College Sector of the Future workstream launched
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
To reduce the risk of industrial disputes and strikes, college employers and trade unions have changed how they negotiate staff pay and conditions. Learn more 👇
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Did you know that 61% of college staff and 49% of college students in Scotland are women? We celebrate their vital contribution to learning, skills and the future workforce on #IWD2026.
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Happy #EmployeeAppreciationDay2026! Today we’re celebrating the people who make Scotland’s colleges great places to learn, work and grow. From lecturing and professional services staff to specialist and campus teams - thank you for everything you do. #ScotlandsColleges #FurtherEducation
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Fair Work Convention @fairworkconvention.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
🌟 The Fair Work Convention has unveiled its renewed vision for a fairer, more inclusive Scotland. The refreshed vision strengthens Scotland’s commitment to fair work as a driver of wellbeing, prosperity, and equality. #FairWork 👉 tinyurl.com/mu3sxw4x
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
“The reforms will provide a simpler, clearer structure for negotiations on staff pay and conditions, keeping our focus on delivering learning excellence for students...” Collective bargaining for Scotland's colleges is changing - find out more 👇 www.scotsman.com/education/co...
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Colleges and unions pledge to put 'decade of disrespect' behind them with new deal
This is the first major change to national collective bargaining for colleges in a decade
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
A new agreement has been launched setting out how staff pay and conditions will be negotiated across Scotland’s colleges. A step forward for industrial relations - and for the high-quality teaching and learning our students deserve. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4r7eyxp
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Today we launch Opportunity That Works — our 2026 Election Manifesto. Scotland needs strong, well funded colleges to deliver skills, drive growth and reduce poverty. It’s time to choose investment over decline. Read more ➜ bit.ly/40lpXyC #OpportunityThatWorks #Skills #Education #ManifestoLaunch
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
📣 National collective bargaining for Scotland's colleges is changing. Our director, Callum Chomczuk, has written about the reforms for @scotsman.com. Read the article here 👉 bit.ly/4qJbEP0
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
An update has been published on new developments in the Job Evaluation project for college support staff 👉 bit.ly/4rzR0BL
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
John Anderson, our former Head of National Bargaining, retires today. In his two years with CES, he played a key role in improving college sector industrial relations, securing vital agreements along the way - including the support staff pay deal. We wish him well. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4bAbFkA
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Colleges Scotland @collegesscot.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Thank you @enlightenscot.bsky.social for hosting a discussion on the future of colleges in Scotland - meeting demand for learning and skills. Angela Cox Principal @ayrshirecollege.bsky.social, Gavin Donoghue CEO Colleges Scotland, joined Chris Deerin, Enlighten. View the discussion bit.ly/4jYna7o
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A discussion about the future of colleges in Scotland - meeting demand for learning and skills - Enlighten
Enlighten was delighted to host a discussion about the future of Scotland’s colleges in the face of rising demand for technical and vocational education, the pressing need for skilled workers to join ...
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3MnU4BT
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Scottish Funding Council @scotfundcouncil.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Congratulations to all the finalists and winners at last night’s #CollegeAwards and well done @coldevnet.bsky.social for giving everyone such a fantastic night of celebration! tinyurl.com/e7b39frd
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CDN College Awards winners announced - Scottish Funding Council
Glasgow event marks the 26th annual celebration of Scotland’s colleges.
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CDN @coldevnet.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Wow, what a night at the #CollegeAwards! 🤩 Celebrating the talent, innovation & achievements of our colleges, staff, and students! 🏆 📸 Photos coming soon! View the winners 👇 www.cdn.ac.uk/college-awards-2025/
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
📢 We're delighted to announce that we've appointed Steve Farrell as our new Head of National Bargaining. Steve brings extensive trade union experience and will help build on recent progress in collective bargaining and improved industrial relations. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4o19WXW
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Following positive and constructive negotiations, College Employers Scotland has formally presented a pay offer for support staff. Trade unions have confirmed they will ballot their members on this offer. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4nZOQtc
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
CES Team is delighted to be attending this - reflecting on progress over the last ten years, current developments, and the role of Scotland's colleges in driving future change. #FairWork #LivingWageWeek
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
📢 Big news this #LivingWageWeek! Scotland's colleges have fast-tracked a 6.7% pay rise for staff on the Real Living Wage - another demonstration of their commitment to #FairWork principles. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3JFOPMU
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College Employers Scotland @collemployscot.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
College Employers Scotland is delighted to announce the appointment of our new Director. Read more 👉 bit.ly/48JEWYK
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