These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions . These particular workbook investigates VAR Video Assistant Refereeing and requires learners to gain an understanding of this new technology and then give their own opinion of whether it is a positive or negative addition to the game. Tasks include learners spotting deliberate grammatical and spelling mistakes within a text and initiating and participating in a forum based activity where they can communicate their points of view. This could then be displayed in the classroom. Tutor Notes are included to help assessment. The workbook will allow learners to demonstrate various English skills and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification is made of various Units, all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered, which can be assessed and then signed off. The workbook can be delivered as individual worksheets or as a final assignment that would typically follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on Career Progression and covers the following criteria. 1.1 explain the importance of career progression 2.1 identify sources of career progression information, advice and guidance 2.2 identify different career, course and training options from available sources of information, advice and guidance. 3.1 list transferable skills, qualities and experience required to develop a career 3.2 review own transferable skills, qualities and experience 3.3 identify areas of work or study that might be best suited to own transferable skills, qualities or experience 4.1 identify short-term goals that will help with career progression 4.2 develop a career progression plan. Other Units are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key, and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review, and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of world foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks (see below) that will enable them to gain new knowledge of this popular cuisine. Learners will then have the opportunity to plan, prepare and follow a Cottage Pie recipe and method. They will finally self-assess their performance, receive feedback from an observer and set targets as part of their overall evaluation. The 8 tasks are set as follows: Lets Start with a Quiz - Introductory Multiple choice and True & False quiz covering history and facts around the Cottage Pie. What can be used - Being a very versatile dish this allows learners to include the basic and less common ingredients. They can discuss different tastes, likes an dislikes. Traditional British foods - An activity that requires the learners to unscramble anagrams of various British foods and brainstorm any others they are familiar with. The Perfect Cottage Pie - Learners to work in pairs to investigate alternative ingredients and how they can accommodate lactose and wheat intolerances. Health and Safety - A task that enables learners to highlight health, hygiene and safety awareness in the Kitchen. How to make a Cottage pie (method) - A problem solving task where learners have to rearrange the steps of making a Cottage pie and correctly paste them on to the method they will be using later. Over to you - Practical Element, learners will pair up to follow a method and cook a Traditional Cottage Pie using various ingredients supplied. Self-assessment - A written evaluation, including guided questioning. Photographs taken during practical can be attached. Witness Statement - Tutor/Teacher to feedback and promote Target setting in areas needing improvement i.e confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skills Award/Certificate/Diploma (5546) The qualification itself is made up of many Units all of which require assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes and can be used as a Final Assignment. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and then signed off. These can be completed by the individual learners as a final assignment or as a group if delivered as a workbook and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular installment in the series focuses on helping the learner plan for progression by understanding their programme and the facilities and support available and by being able to recognise and build on personal stengths. Learner outcomes are as follows; 1 Understand own study or training programme 2 Know the facilities & support available in the college 3 Recognise personal strengths (skills, qualities and attitudes) needed for learning and work 4 Agree an action plan for self-improvement Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

These resources have been created for those delivering the Digital Functional Skills Qualification at Entry Level which replaced the current Functional Skills ICT Qualification from 31st of July 2023. The DFSQ’S main purpose is to provide reliable evidence of a learner’s achievements against content that is relevant to the workplace and real life. These resources provide a structured assessment in workbook form to evidence learner’s knowledge and skills as well as their ability to apply these in different contexts and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. The qualification is made up of 5 Module and broken down into a series of units. The unit workbooks include various challenges, activities and tasks to prove learners understanding. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered which can be signed off. ividual outcomes covered and can be assessed easily and signed off. This resource covers: Module 1 - Using devices and handling information Unit - 1.3 Apply system settings (including display, sound, Wi-Fi, time, language, accessibility). This resource includes: Task 1 – Learners to become familiar with the system settings menu using Microsoft windows and identify specific settings found in each category i.e. Personalisation, Network etc. Task 2 – Learners will navigate System settings, locate particular icons and give reasons why they may need to be accessed and applied. Task 3 – Learners to read 3 scenarios and find a solution for each. They will also show clearly where to locate the setting required. Task 4 – Learners to create 2 of their own scenarios and challenge their peers to fins a solution using an appropriate system setting. Task 5 – Includes a selection of Flashcards that can be cut out, printed on cardboard or laminated and used to reinforce knowledge of system settings. Learners can also be given a card randomly and then demonstrate, using a device, how to apply that particular system setting. Also included in this resource is a Skills and Knowledge checklist to be completed before and after delivery of this unit. It also includes a glossary with key words associated with this module to be completed by the learner in their own time. Guided answers when appropriate are also included. Other Workbooks in this DFSQ series are available on TES. Many are still being created and will all be available soon. This resource is currently in a PDF file format. Word versions are available for free upon purchase of the PDF, please message me directly for these at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

These resources have been created for those delivering the Digital Functional Skills Qualification at Entry Level which replaced the current Functional Skills ICT Qualification from 31st of July 2023. The DFS qualification’s main purpose is to provide reliable evidence of a learner’s achievements against content that is relevant to the workplace and real life. These resources provide a structured assessment in workbook form to evidence learner’s knowledge and skills as well as their ability to apply these in different contexts and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. The qualification is made up of 5 Module and broken down into a series of units. The unit workbooks include various challenges, activities and tasks to prove learners understanding. Each page has a header that includes the individual outcomes covered which can be signed off. This resource covers: Module 1 - Using devices and handling information – Unit - 1.7 - Use files and folders to organise and retrieve information (including local and remote storage). This resource includes: Task 1 – An introductory discussion where learners are to identify areas of their life they like to keep organised and share opinions on the benefits mirroring this good practice in their digital world. Task 2 - Learners will become familiar folder hierarchy and the importance of categorising and naming main folders as part of this process. Task 3 - Learners will demonstrate they can structure folders sub folders and files correctly using cut out templates. The challenge can be undertaken, individually, in pairs or groups and even timed for an element of competition. (Tutor Answers included) Task 4 - Learners will determine 5 authentic and 5 misleading tips for Digital Housekeeping. (Tutor Answers included) Task 5 - Learner will follow 6 mini tasks to demonstrate their ability of knowledge gained so far. The tutor will observe and using a witness checklist, sign off each one completed task. Task 6 – Learners to read/discuss the statements that describe remote and local storage and match the correct benefits and considerations from the list. They will also need to recognise 3 main cloud serve providers. Task 7 - The last task requires learners to put the knowledge gained from this unit into practice and implement a thorough and efficient tidy up on their digital devices i.e. phone tablet, pc laptop etc. Also included in this resource is a Skills and Knowledge checklist to be completed before and after delivery of this unit. It also includes a glossary with key words associated with this module to be completed by the learner in their own time. Other Workbooks in this DFSQ series are available on TES. Many are still being created and will all be available soon. This resource is currently in a PDF file format. Word versions are available for free upon purchase of the PDF, please message me directly for these at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com.

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying Pearson BTEC Workskills Certificate. The qualification itself is made up of over 100 Units and each unit requires assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Final Assignment Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes. These concluding assignments can be completed by the individual learner and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Working in a Team and covers the following criteria. UNIT 11 Working in a Team. Know what skills and behaviours are needed to work well as a team Match own strengths and skills to a given team task Work positively as a member of a team Know own performance as a member of a team A fully editable WORD DOC version is available on request. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in tutorials, English or ICT sessions. This particular worksheet focuses on the controversial issue of Animals in Captivity and requires learners to demonstrate their capabilities of understanding the opinions of others as well as being able to put their own opinion across. They will explore the pros and cons of the subject using online research and also have the opportunity to debate their findings with each other. The task then requires them to present their final investigations in a newspaper article which they can design and present to the rest of the group and even display in the classroom. The Resource also includes worksheets to brief learners on the task as well as a Word Doc newspaper article Template to get them started. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners and enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. This particular workbook is based around the Painting and Decorating Trade and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment. Thislevel is pitched around E3 The workbook includes 4 main tasks and are broken down as follows; Task 1 – Know the basic terms and language used within the Painting and Decorating trade. This task requires learners to build a glossary of some of the commonly used terminology when Painting and Decorating. This can be completed over a set period as you gain further understanding of the trade. Task 2 – Show your knowledge of the Basic Tools and Materials used in Painting & Decorating. This task requires learners to identify some of the many tools and materials used every day in the trade, followed by an understanding of how, why and what they are used for. Task 3 – List the stages required to prepare a Painting and Decorating area. This task requires learners to become familiar with how to prepare a painting and decorating workspace effectively, demonstrate knowledge of the various steps and the best order in which to carry them out. Task 4 – Confirm an understanding of Health and Safety when Painting and Decorating. This task requires learners to recognise the hazards and dangers relevant to working in a Painting and Decorating environment and know how to minimise any risks of injury or illness to yourself and others. The 4 tasks can be completed in any order and each page of the Workbook can be signed off as and when the candidate has met the criteria. The workbook includes answers, although this is guidance for Tutors or Assessors only as the answers could be open to interpretation and differ depending on the context. I have also included on the Tutor/Assessor pages a breakdown of the English skills (predominantly reading in this sample) to be exercised and demonstrated in each task. The Images sourced are all royalty-free and are licenced for commercial use. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These workbooks have been designed and proven to educate learners and enhance knowledge, wellbeing, creativity, individuality whilst embedding valuable functional skills. This particular workbook is based around the The game of Rounder and working as a team The level is pitched around E3 The workbook includes various tasks and they are broken down as follows; Setting up the game. Learners will identify a team name, captain and players for each team. The rules. Learners will gain a full understanding of the ‘how to play’ and can discuss and make any changes or amendments to the game. The pitch and playing area. An activity that familiarises the learners with the pitch layout. Good balls and no balls. Learner to complete a task that will confirm their previous understanding of this controversial element of the game. Skills and strengths. Learners to identify the many individual and collective skills and strengths utilised in the game from communication, motivation, etc. The workbook includes evaluation and picture evidence Sheets and scorecards templates. The Images sourced are all royalty-free and are licenced for commercial use. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These series of resources has been created for those Teaching and Studying Pearson BTEC Workskills Certificate. The qualification itself is made up of over 100 Units and each unit requires assessment that can present evidence and demonstrate that all learning outcomes have been met. These Final Assignment Workbooks include various challenges, activities and tests to prove learners understanding and collate the evidence required to confirm they have met all outcomes. These concluding assignments can be completed by the individual learner and would normally follow 2 - 3 sessions of underpinning knowledge, group activities, research tasks and relevant delivery. This particular instalment in the series focuses on the importance or producing an effective and successful CV and covering letter and covers the following criteria. UNIT 26 - Using a CV and Covering letter to Apply for a Job 1. Know the purpose of a CV and covering letter 2. Know the type of information usually included in a CV and covering letter 3. Know the importance of references in a CV 4. Be able to produce a CV and covering letter for a job application A Fully editable WORD DOC version is available if required. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop

This series of FLASHCARDS are based around Retail and accompany the Retail Skills Workbook Series available here on TES, however can be used just as effectively as a standalone resource. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels. They should on printed on card (preferably) double sided and then cut out and used in any way that best compliments your own teaching style. Flashcards are proven as an effective method in assisting learning and ensuring it is taking place. They embrace a wonderful mental process called ‘Active Recall’ and can be used in various ways such as: • Recapping knowledge – As a starter activity related to the previous lesson. • Refreshing knowledge - Incorporating them randomly in any lesson. • Revising for exams - Confirming the knowledge required for assessment. • Embedding both Maths & English. • Embracing Equal Opportunities & Diversity. • Creating new knowledge – The possibilities are endless. Retail Skills Workbook Series 1, 2, 3 & 4 available. Series 5 Coming Soon

These worksheets have been designed and proven to challenge and assess learners ICT knowledge and capabilities using a functional approach. The tasks engage all and promote creativity and individuality. This particular worksheet focuses on a task that requires learners to demonstrate their capabilities of exploring a chosen country using online resources to research and then transfer their investigations into a presentation that will educate both their peers and tutor. They will then present their findings using the PowerPoint platform. This resource is available to download as a PDF file however an editable Word version is available just message me for this format.

This transition pack has been put together to allow you as a Teacher/ tutor to gather information about new learners that will be joining your provision at the beginning of a new curriculum year and for the learners to become familiar with the college/school, the course and how things are going to look before they start. It includes various assessment tasks and activities than can be used very effectively in the classroom during a transition or induction process. Alternatively it can be posted to learners for them to complete at home, they can then send it back to their provisions Teacher/Tutor. pack The files includes an editable template that can be adapted to your own establishment and an example pack that has been successfully used by a Local College. It is broken down into various tasks, activities and information. About the course/Programme An example Timetable Learner Profile Page Functional Skills assessment • Maths Task • English Activity • ICT Challenge Hopes and Fears Learner Questions Parents/Carers Questions The course in Pictures (previous picture of learners taking part in fun and engaging activities) Conclusion and Contact Details. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English or ICT sessions . This Smartbook focus on the importance of Time Management and subtly embeds many of the Functional skills required for assessment in English, Maths and ICT. Tasks include: • Identifying and essential and non-essential activities we need to fit into our daily lives. • How to prioritise areas of our lives in order of importance. • Becoming familiar with the many tools available to help us organise better and save time. • An activity where learners have to breakdown their own time within a typical week. • Transferring that information on to an electronic table that visually shows where their time is spent and highlights bad habits, area to address and may even encourage a change in routine. The resource includes an adaptable WORD Doc Template that the tutor can email or print of for the last task. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge, creativity, individuality and embed valuable functional skills. The resource can be used effectively in Tutorials or English sessions . This particular worksheet focuses on Using a Dictionary and requires learners to demonstrate new abilities in how to use it effectively through a series of tasks. The tasks include finding words associated with each other and sorting them alphabetically and a timed activity where learners compete to find certain words in the quickest time. The final light-heated challenge requires learners to find words in the dictionary to describe each other and their teacher or tutor using the letters of everyones first names. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com Read less

These workbooks have been designed to subtly embed the valuable functional skills learners required to get the most out of education, work and everyday life and to help them function more confidently, effectively and independently. Each resource has been proven to educate learners on a variety of subjects that will enhance knowledge as well as promoting creativity and individuality. This particular instalment can be used effectively in Tutorials or Maths sessions and includes a Fictional TV guide. Leaners will study the schedule and then attempt to answer a series of questions related to the information shown. Learners will then take part in a discussion based on their own TV programme choices. They will create their own Perfect TV schedule, produce questions related to this new timetable and then test their peers. Feedback is Key and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review and we will send you another singular resource at the same value of your choice for FREE! This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available and feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksED@outlook.com Read less

These worksheets have been designed and proven to educate learners on various foods and recipes while promoting creativity and individuality. This particular unit of work includes a selection of engaging theory tasks and a practical cooking session. The Practical Element requires learners to pair up and follow a method to cook a Pork Stir fry which can be adapted to taste or to consider intolrances, allegies and dietry choice. They then can complete a written evaluation which includes guided questioning. Any photographs taken during the practical will be attached as additional evidence. Finally, a Tutor/Teacher can give feedback and promote target setting in areas needing improvement, i.e. confidence, communication, timing, focus etc. This resource is available to download as a PDF file. Word versions are available, so please feel free to message me directly for these formats at SmartbooksEd@outlook.com. Feedback is Key, and we value your positive comments and constructive criticism. Post a review, and we will send you another singular resource of your choice for FREE! Just contact us at