Ready, Set, Go! From today you will be able to send completed applications to us. Unis and colleges can also start making decisions on applications that they receive.

"Short of skilled construction workers, skilled mechanic, skilled engineers, and shortage of IT skills. The problem is supply. Our post-18 education system is not working in a way to endow people with those skills" - Boris Johnson sets out plans to transform skills system.

Urgent message for all LSEC Bexley students: Due to a local power failure, Bexley Campus, Erith, will be closed to all students today (Friday 2 October).

Do read this piece by @HCFEPrincipal It’s a powerful & moving reminder of the importance of the #FSM campaign, the critical role FE plays in social mobility @ one of the reasons why we’ve been moved to set up #FestiveFEFoodBank Campaign Royal Borough of Greenwich LSEC Bexley Bromley Council

There is a brilliant Twitter challenge doing the rounds today, showing the breadth of jobs available and the various routes people took to get there. But let's expand it further... What's your job now and what academic / vocational qualifications did you do at college / uni?

And so are we Dr Sam Parrett CBE! Can’t wait to get started - and to see your new hat!😉🎩🎄

Congratulations to our #AoCBeacons finalists - announced today during #FESummit. There have been many outstanding applications with many colleges involved - a huge thank you for sending them in. Find out which have made it through here: aoc.co.uk/news/beacon-aw… #LoveOurColleges

I'd like to pay tribute to our fantastic London Borough of Bexley staff for all they've done to support our residents in challenging times this year. The months ahead will be very tough for them following Cabinet's decision tonight which proposes to cut 304 FTE of posts in this year’s budget

It shouldn’t matter who you are, whatever your age, who you know or where you live - everyone needs a chance to get access to good training or education. Worth a close read. Association of Colleges (AoC) David Hughes CBE

A critical consultation with decisions having far reaching consequences for the future of technical and vocational education. Vital - particularly if you have personal experiences as a student. AELP Association of Colleges (AoC) Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB)

Very touched by all of the kind messages. Thank you! Will respond as best I can, but still on strong pain killers and sleeping quite a lot. As part of recovery I do still need to do regular exercise so am (carefully) back on the treadmill! Recovery literally is step by step! 🏃‍♂️

Today is World Cancer Day which has some obvious personal significance this year. I know just how important early diagnosis and treatment can be and what our amazing NHS can do. If you do have any worries or concerns, please please do get them checked out. #WorldCancerDay

Don't miss out on doing the things you love ⚽️💃🏖️ Not had your #COVIDVaccine yet? We've got daily walk-ins in #Bexley, including services for +16s. #DontMissYourVaccine 👉 bit.ly/selc19vax London Borough of Bexley LSEC Bexley #Bexleyheath

#makeithappen ⁦London SE Colleges⁩ this September. We’re open for course advice, application and enrolment up until 1pm today. Come and talk to us about starting a new career or moving up the ladder of the one you’re in. It’s #timeforchange

We’re all here this morning to help you #makeithappen ⁦London SE Colleges⁩. Come and talk to our friendly staff, have a tea/coffee and a custard cream and maybe even enrol for a course. Come and see us - we’re open until 1pm.

If you’re on campus LSEC Bexley today we’re having a bit of a party to welcome all our new and returning learners. We’re on the second floor roof terrace... and boy it’s hot!!! 🌞

Getting your Covid-19 vaccine could give you more than 80% protection against severe illness and hospitalisation. Grab your jab at pop up clinics taking place in #Bexley this weekend LSEC Bexley 👇

In the true spirit of #ValentinesDay, we’d like to take this opportunity to #ShareTheLove & say #ThankYou to our amazing staff & students for their continued hard work, dedication & inspiration. Whatever your plans this evening, we wish you a very Happy Valentine’s Day.

We've been out spreading the word in the local area. Save the date for the Bexley Eco Festival on 25th June 2022. @lbofbexley @peabodyldn @lsecbexley ThamesmeadNow #bexleyecofest2022

We would like to congratulate our Group Principal & CEO Dr Sam Parrett CBE who has been presented with her CBE today at Windsor Castle. The honour recognises Sam’s ongoing dedication to education at all levels, including the establishment & leadership of London South East Academies Trust & London SE Colleges.