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. 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 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 Effective Communication and making applications and covers the following criteria. Level 1- UNIT 404- Effective Communication 1 Understand why effective communication is important 2 Understand the importance of positive and appropriate behaviour 3 Understand the importance of feedback 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.

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 instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Career Planning and making applications and covers the following criteria. Level 1- UNIT 405- Career Planning and making applications Be able to choose a suitable career pathway Be able to identify a suitable job, training programme or course Understand how to prepare a Curriculum Vitae Understand how candidates are selected for interview Be able to apply for a job, training placement or course Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the SmartBooks Resource Shop

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 strengths. Entry Level 3 - UNIT 301- Planning for Progression 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

These 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 the importance of Managing Personal Finance and covers the following criteria. UNIT 402 - Managing Personal Finance Understand sources of income and outgoings. Know how to reduce expenditure. Understand how to plan a personal budget. Be able to recognise the products provided by financial institutions. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of borrowing money. Understand how to obtain help with managing own money. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop

This series of resources have been created for those Teaching and Studying the City & Guilds Employability Skill Award and Certificate (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. 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 instalment in the series focuses on the importance of Interpersonal Relationships and covers the following criteria. UNIT 434 - Interpersonal Relationships Understand interpersonal relationships. 1.1 describe what is meant by the term interpersonal relationships 1.2 explain the importance of developing positive interpersonal relationships 1.3 describe the differences between interacting with individuals and as part of a group 1.4 describe qualities important in developing interpersonal relationships 1.5 describe qualities important in developing group relationships. Understand how to interact positively with others. 2.1 describe the reasons for having boundaries when interacting with others 2.2 give examples of boundaries in interpersonal relationships 2.3 outline different ways of making decisions. Other Units in this series are available on TES and within the Grainge_Ed Resource Shop

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

This Flashcard Bundle includes both the first and second instalment focused on UK Road Signs and can be used as an effective revision resources for all those studying for the UK Driving theory test. They can also be used as a standalone classroom activity to familiarise students of all ages with UK road signs. They are fully editable resource and available to download as a PDF file or WORD doc. 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. Have Fun

These series of resources has been created for those Teaching and Studying the 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 installment in the series focuses on the importance or producing an effective and successful CV and covers the following criteria. UNIT 4 - Skills and Qualities For Employability Know skills and qualities needed for different workplace activities Know skills and qualities needed for a job of personal interest Plan to develop own skills and qualities for a chosen job 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

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 covers the following criteria. UNIT 1 Produce a CV. Know the purpose of a CV Know information required in a CV Know the purpose of a reference in a CV Be able to produce a CV 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

This Flashcard series is focused on UK Road Signs and can be used as an effective revision resource for all those studying for the UK Driving theory test. They can also be used as a standalone classroom activity to familiarise students of all ages with UK road signs. They are fully editable resource and available to download as a PDF file or WORD doc. 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. FLASHCARDS Series - Driving Theory 1 ROAD SIGNS now available and can be bought together for a bundle price of £4.49 Have Fun

These workbooks have been designed and proven to challenge and assess learners understanding of the knowledge required of them to achieve an understanding of functional Maths skills that range from Pre Entry to Entry level 1-2 The workbooks include various tasks and activities that to suit learners of all ages and varied abilities in preparing them for their up and coming assessment. The resources have been also very successful with keys stage 1 and 2 and with SEN/LLDD learners of all ages. This particular instalment primarily focuses on ‘Multiplication’ and can be easily adapted to stretch abilities of learners working at a higher level and includes a range of tasks and activities that works wonderfully with smart board or interactive technology… i.e King Fred the frog, Mum’s shopping trip or even ‘a day in the garden’… A WORD doc version is available just message me for this format.

This 2 Workbook Bundle Pack has been designed and proven to challenge and assess learners understanding of the knowledge required of them to achieve a Functional Skills Maths Certificate at Entry level. The workbooks include various tasks and activities that to suit learners of all ages and varied abilities in preparing them for their up and coming assessment. The resources have been very successful with keys stage 1 and 2 and with SEN/LLDD learners of all ages. These particular workbook primarily focus on ‘addition’ and ‘Subtraction’ and can be easily adapted as available to download as a PDF file to stretch abilities of learners working at a higher level. Word versions are available just message me for these formats. The Addition instalment includes: Dominoes Challenge Dominoes (Test your friends) Roll the dice! Family Picnic & Quiz Piggy Pairs Numbers Game Against the clock Squares Count Pyramid Puzzle (easy, Medium, Hard) Colour your own sums Counting the Pennies Holiday Money Number Line Counting Let’s use Tally (Farmyard Task) Time for Bingo (Bingo & Caller cards included) and the Subtraction workbook includes: Difference Dots Fruit & Vet Sale Less than 2 minutes Saturday Night Take Away Subtraction Squares (Easy - Medium - Hard) The Washing Line Lets Go Bowling Lets Bowl Game Subtraction in Space (Easy - Medium - Hard) Dice Cream Game Real Life Sums Double Decker Bus Time For Bingo Other Functional Skills Challenge Workbooks in this series will be available soon on TES and will cover other essential criteria.

These workbooks have been designed and proven to challenge and assess learners understanding of the knowledge required of them to achieve a Functional Skills Maths Certificate at Entry level. The workbooks include various tasks and activities that to suit learners of all ages and varied abilities in preparing them for their up and coming assessment. The resources have been very successful with keys stage 1 and 2 and with SEN/LLDD learners of all ages. This particular instalment primarily focuses on ‘Subtraction’’ and can be easily adapted to stretch abilities of learners working at a higher level and includes: Difference Dots Fruit & Vet Sale Less than 2 minutes Saturday Night Take Away Subtraction Squares (Easy - Medium - Hard) The Washing Line Lets Go Bowling Lets Bowl Game Subtraction in Space (Easy - Medium - Hard) Dice Cream Game Real Life Sums Double Decker Bus Time For Bingo A WORD doc version is available just message me for this format.

These workbooks have been designed and proven to challenge and assess learners understanding of the knowledge required of them to achieve a Functional Skills Maths Certificate at Entry level. The workbooks include various tasks and activities that to suit learners of all ages and varied abilities in preparing them for their up and coming assessment. The resources have been very successful with keys stage 1 and 2 and with SEN/LLDD learners of all ages. This particular workbook primarily focuses on ‘addition’ and can be easily adapted as available to download as a PDF file to stretch abilities of learners working at a higher level. A Word version is available just message me for this format. This installment includes: Dominoes Challenge Dominoes (Test your friends) Roll the dice! Family Picnic & Quiz Piggy Pairs Numbers Game Against the clock Squares Count Pyramid Puzzle (easy, Medium, Hard) Colour your own sums Counting the Pennies Holiday Money Number Line Counting Let’s use Tally (Farmyard Task) Time for Bingo (Bingo & Caller cards included) All other Functional Skills Challenge Workbooks in this series will be available soon on TES and will cover other essential criteria such as: Subtraction Multiplication Division Lines and scales Using a Calculator Estimating and Rounding Number Patterns Percentages Ratios Fractions Decimals

One of the difficulties that students encounter when faced with a writing task in English is how to get started and then cohesively develop that thought. I find that many of them, especially younger students, rebel at the idea of rigorous planning and drafting, just wanting to get it down. Others face a barrier of fear. I came across the idea of using the Fibonacci sequence for extended and creative writing by accident when searching an online thesaurus. I immediately saw the sense in it and decided to apply it in the classroom. It worked. It solved the problem. There was now a way to plan, draft, develop and craft in small pieces that led to a satisfying cohesive whole. Some were amazed at just how much they could write and how they could creatively extend their writing in terms of thought provoking discussion. In lower ability classes it provided an element of fun and removed the daunting prospect of extended writing with higher word counts. In the higher ability groups it opened up the channel for students comfortably working at grade ‘C’ to move out of that comfort zone and stretch upwards towards the A* that so many of them had the potential to reach. When I analysed the results I found that two things contributed to the success. 1. The fact that a piece of extended writing is built step at a time through developing levels of skill. This encouraged confidence. 2. The framework encouraged the skill of planning, drafting, and editing. Choosing the right words and the most effective order of words, within a gradually increasing number of words, developed vocabulary, sentence structure, and lifted the content away from basic repetition of facts. Students had the confidence to ‘craft’ their writing. The resource that follows uses an example in which the students can engage collaboratively. There is then an individual assignment for them to complete using the sequence. As it stands it fits criteria suited to the ‘gifted and talented’ of Key Stage 3, and will be of value in Key Stage 4 to move those ‘C’ grade learners out of their comfort zone and stretch them upwards. However, it can be adapted quite easily for students of lower ability. Post 16 students who achieved low grade GCSE and need to either re-sit or complete Functional Skills English at level 2 will also find this pattern helps build their skills. The resource has been designed in a workbook format. However, it doesn’t have to be used that way. It can be copied and pasted onto a presentation for whole class collaborative discussion and writing projects. Each page has been formatted so that it stands alone and therefore can be photocopied separately and used at appropriate times in the lesson (s). It has been left in Microsoft Word format so that it is editable by teachers who wish

An extensive bundle of all 4 instalments of resources centered on and around the Retail industry. They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment. Series 1- 4 include the following resource Series 1 What is Retail? Jobs in the industry First impressions Retail Lingo Retail Sectors Customer Service (Observation Task) Taking Payment Cash Transactions Identifying Forgeries Checking a Check Till Problems Maths Task Chip and Pin Monopoly activity & Evaluation Recap Quiz Series 2 Window Displays Visual Merchandising & Task Shop Floor & Sales Areas Manual Handling & Task Lifting Equipment Deliveries Stock Management Stock Checks Product Placement & Task Recap Quiz Series 3 The Customer Internal Customers Customer Profiles Customer Research Effective Customer Service Before, During & After Pro’s & Cons for the Company Presentation Task Non Verbal Communication Communication Task Experiences of Customer Service Customer Service Card Activity Series 4 What is Teamwork Prioritising Tasks Communication Breakdowns Conflict within a team Benefits of Teamwork Communication Types Body Language Two way Communication Team Scenario Task Humour in the Workplace Teamwork Roles Recruitment Task Timed Wordsearch Series Recap Look out for the FLASHCARD series that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks. The resourcs are in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.

This Flashcard series is focused on UK Road Signs and can be used as an effective revision resource for all those studying for the UK Driving theory test. They can also be used as a standalone classroom activity to familiarise students of all ages with UK road signs. They are fully editable resource and available to download as a PDF file or WORD doc. 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. FLASHCARDS Series - Driving Theory 2 ROAD SIGNS now available and can be bought together in a bundle price of £4.49 Have Fun

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

The 4th instalment in a series of resources centered on and around the Retail industry They can be in adapted to suit a range of learner styles and levels and can be delivered individually, as worksheets or collectively as a final assignment. This particular series focuses on Teamwork and includes the following: What is Teamwork Prioritising Tasks Communication Breakdowns Conflict within a team Benefits of Teamwork Communication Types Body Language Two way Communication Team Scenario Task Humour in the Workplace Teamwork Roles Recruitment Task Timed Wordsearch Series Recap Series 1, 2 and 4 available at the TES Smartbooks Shop Look out for the FLASHCARD Resource that accompanies the Smartbooks Retail Series of Workbooks. The resource is in PDF Format but also available as a fully editable Word doc by request.n