The implementation of the Early Career Framework

Tender description

***02 July Update - Please forward all requests for clarification regarding the Invitation to Tender via the Messaging facility in the Jaggaer eTendering Portal. In order to submit a clarification potential providers will need to register on Jaggaer (see below update for link). Please note we will not be able to respond to any clarifications submitted via the ECF procurement inbox.*** ***New on 27th June 2019 - We can confirm that we will be publishing the Invitation to Tender for the Full Induction Programme, to support Early Roll-Out of the Early Career Framework' on Friday 28th June. This is the procurement to support the first stage of implementing the Early Career Framework (ECF). We are procuring a range of products including curriculum and materials which have been designed to support the strengthened induction of early career teachers underpinned by the ECF. The procurement also covers the provision of quality assured training that will be made accessible to Early Career Teachers and their mentors which will enable participants to develop a deep understanding of all of the ECF. We recognise that the scope of this procurement gives us the opportunity to draw on a wide range of expertise from a variety of providers. As stated at market engagement, we recognise that developing the ECF into a high quality curriculum with underpinning materials for every aspect of the framework is a critical task that will take time and specific expertise and capacity. We also recognise that not all providers may want to be involved in this task but may still want to be involved in delivery of training programmes based on the curriculum and materials. We would encourage lead contractors to work in partnership with schools and other providers who have a good understanding of their local areas, established networks and relevant specialist expertise. We encourage lead contractors to ensure bids contain suitable delivery arrangements to satisfy the Department's requirements for the provision of assured training. We would encourage partners to play a meaningful role in design, delivery, governance and recruitment of participants to training programmes. Please note that this tender will be published on JAGGAER, a link to the site can be found here - https://education.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html *** See Attachments for full description.