The Network

Benefits of Joining?

There’s a whole host of reasons why training organisations, colleges, employers and stakeholder bodies working in the post-16 education and training sector want to join the Dorset and Somerset Training Provider Network. Take a look at some of the reasons below.

Communication

✔Quarterly network meetings where further education (FE) industry specialists share knowledge and best practices to drive improvement across organisations and the sector.

✔Updates on the latest relevant information from national and regional FE governing bodies.

✔Exclusive access to the DSTPN members' seasonal newsletter, including FE policy and sector updates, upcoming events, and opportunities to showcase your achievements to the network

✔Strengthen business connections through opportunities to network

✔Bespoke round table meetings exploring key topics in the FE sector

Advice and Support

✔Advice and new ideas from peers and FE industry specialists

✔FE sector policy and compliance updates

✔Advice and support from DSTPN advisors

Growth and Development

✔Access to new opportunities and connections

✔Presence across our digital platforms, including in the members' seasonal newsletter

✔Opportunity to feature in Dorset and Somerset annual skills and business directories

✔As a DSTPN member, your organisation will be signposted to individuals, employers, and partners where relevant, helping to connect your services with those who need them

✔We leverage the skills of our team to run projects that benefit our members

Connection and Collaboration

✔Connect with strategic and operational education, employment, and skills initiatives and programmes across Dorset and Somerset

✔Collaborate with peers and FE stakeholders

DSTPN have been a real help in supporting me with my thoughts of expansion into different fields within the education sector. I have been put in contact with some really helpful fellow professionals, who had already ‘walked the walk’, so to speak. They advised and guided me away from potential pitfalls, which was invaluable. Being a member of DSTPN has really helped my training provision grow. We have also had some fantastic webinars and seminars regarding OFSTED and other professional bodies.