British schools 'must do more to prepare pupils for the world of work'
British schools are currently struggling to provide students with the knowledge they will need to get on in the world of work.
This is according to a new report from the Baker Dearing Educational Trust charity group, which surveyed 1,000 workers aged 20 to 35 years old in science, technology, engineering and maths roles about the degree to which they felt their schooling helped to prepare them for their current careers.
It was revealed that 45 per cent believe the subjects they studied at school are useless in the working world, while 61 per cent said they thought learning technical skills would have been more useful than studying traditional academic subjects.
Meanwhile, 60 per cent of those surveyed did not believe teachers had a sufficient understanding of the labour market, while 63 per cent said schools did not understand the skills employers needed.
The report also showed that 63 per cent felt employers did not have enough say over which subjects schools offer, while 55 per cent said they did not understand how the subjects they learned at school could be used in the world of work.
With recent research from the OECD indicating that 28 per cent of pupils in England hope to be working in a science-related career by the time they are 30, there is a clear need for the highest possible standard of teaching in this area.
Lord Baker, chairman of the Baker Dearing Educational Trust, said: "As we head towards Brexit, the challenge for our education system is to ensure we equip students with the skills they need to forge successful careers in key areas like science, engineering and computing which our economy increasingly demands.
"This report shows that the current education system fails to provide these young people with opportunities to develop the technical skills they need to get the jobs they want."
Sign up to posts
Related jobs
Salary
£25 - 30 per hour
Location free text
Bradford
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Bradford
Description
Core Subjects Tutor - Bradford (BD1) Location: Bradford, BD1 Pay Rate: £25 - £30 per hour ⏰ Hours: Part-Time, Monday to Friday, during school hoursInspire Learning. Change Lives. TP Tutors is loo
Reference
30/10-Core-BD1
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
North TuitionAuthor
North TuitionSalary
£25 - 30 per hour
Location free text
Wigan
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Wigan
Description
Fully Qualified Tutor - Wigan (WN1) Job Title: Fully Qualified Tutor Location: Wigan, WN1 Hours: Flexible, Part-Time (During School Hours) Pay: Competitive hourly rateAbout the Role: We are seeking
Reference
30/10FQT-WN1
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
North TuitionAuthor
North TuitionSalary
£25 - 30 per hour
Location free text
Merseyside
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Merseyside
Description
Core Subject Tutor - L1 8JQ - Merseyside Job Title: Core Subject Tutor Location: L1 8JQ, Merseyside Hours: Flexible, Part-Time (During School Hours) Pay: Competitive hourly rateAbout the Role: We a
Reference
30/10CoreSub-L1
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
North TuitionAuthor
North TuitionSalary
£20 - 29 per hour
Location free text
Wellingborough
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Northamptonshire
Description
1:1 Tutor – Wellingborough Flexible / Part-time Opportunities AvailableLocation: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Setting: Pupil’s home or school Hours: School hours, Monday–Friday Contract: Flexible
Reference
S539/Wellingborough
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Central TuitionAuthor
Central TuitionSalary
£20 - 29 per hour
Location free text
Kettering
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Northamptonshire
Description
SEN 1:1 Tutors Required – Primary & Secondary | Kettering Location: Kettering and surrounding areas Working Setting: Pupils' homes and school settings Position: 1:1 Special Educational Needs (SEN) Tu
Reference
S537/Kettering
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Central TuitionAuthor
Central TuitionSalary
£20 - 29 per hour
Location free text
Northampton
Job Type
Flexible Working
Salary
£10 - £19 per hour
£20 - £29 per hour
Sector
Tutor/Intervention
Location
Northampton
Description
SEN 1:1 Tutors Required – Primary & Secondary | Northampton Location: Northampton and surrounding areas Working Setting: Pupils' homes and school settings Position: 1:1 Special Educational Needs (SEN
Reference
S536/Northampton
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Central TuitionAuthor
Central TuitionSalary
£23k - 27k per year
Location free text
Weymouth
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£20,000 - £29,999
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Secondary
Location
Weymouth
Description
Salaried Teacher Training Programme – Secondary Schools Weymouth | £23,000–£27,000 salary | January 2027 startTeaching Personnel are currently working with secondary schools in Weymouth to recruit gr
Reference
WEYFT019
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Dorset & Hants SecondaryAuthor
Dorset & Hants SecondarySalary
£23k - 27k per year
Location free text
Liverpool
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£20,000 - £29,999
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Secondary
Location
Liverpool
Description
Salaried Teacher Training Programme – Secondary Schools Liverpool | £23,000–£27,000 salary | Immediate & January 2027 starts availableWant to Become a Teacher? If teaching is something you've been
Reference
2LICVFT
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Dorset & Hants SecondaryAuthor
Dorset & Hants SecondarySalary
£150 - 260 per day
Location free text
Bath
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£100 - £199 per day
£200 - £299 per day
Sector
Maths
Location
Bath
Description
Maths Teacher - Secondary School - Bath (BA2) Maths Teacher | Secondary Maths Teacher | Teacher of Mathematics | Bath (BA2) | Full-Time | PermanentAre you a passionate Maths Teacher looking for you
Reference
mths-ba2-GL
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Bristol SecondaryAuthor
Bristol SecondarySalary
£23k - 27k per year
Location free text
Bournemouth
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£20,000 - £29,999
£100 - £199 per day
Sector
Secondary
Location
Bournemouth
Description
Start Your Teaching Career in Bournemouth! Position: Graduate Teacher Training Location: Bournemouth Start Date: January 2027 Salary: £23,000–£27,000 per annum Type: Full TimeAbout the Opportunity A
Reference
BMTH2027WE
Expiry Date
DD01YY
Author
Dorset & Hants SecondaryAuthor
Dorset & Hants SecondaryRelated posts
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD10YY
Summary
October marks Black History Month in the UK, giving schools an opportunity to celebrate the achievements, contributions and experiences of Black communities while encouraging meaningful conversati
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD10YY
Summary
As ADHD Awareness Month shines a spotlight on neurodiversity, Teaching Personnel's Ellen shares her experience of being diagnosed with ADHD later in life and how greater awareness and understandi
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
As we celebrate National Teaching Assistants' Day 2026, we're delighted to recognise the incredible individuals who have been selected as our Teaching Assistant of the Year winners.This year,
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD09YY
Summary
After a well-earned summer break, schools across the UK are opening their doors once again for a new academic year. Whether you're returning to a familiar classroom or starting a new role, Septemb
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD08YY
Summary
As schools and trusts prepare for changes to the way temporary staff are sourced from September 2026, many will look to work more closely with framework-approved recruitment partners. Understandin
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD07YY
Summary
Summer has only just started, and September might seem a long way off, but it will be here sooner than you think. Schools and trusts are already planning for September, with new opportunities open
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
Education NewsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD06YY
Summary
As schools and trusts prepare for September 2026, the shift from CCS (Crown Commercial Service) to the new GCA (Government Commercial Agency) framework marks a significant change in how supply sta
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD06YY
Summary
When schools wind down for the holidays, nurseries keep open. Many early-years settings remain open throughout the summer. Nurseries rely on skilled, caring staff to help children and
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD05YY
Summary
Exams are one of the most stressful times in the academic year, and it isn’t only pupils who feel the pressure. For teaching assistants (TAs) and support staff, exam season brings new expectations
by
Adam Davies
Teaser
EducatorsContent Type
TP-PostsPublish date
DD05YY
Summary
If you’re considering taking the next step in education, you’re not alone. More teachers and support staff are exploring permanent roles that offer stability, progression, and a sense of belonging
by
Adam Davies
Register with us
for work in schools across England & Wales
Register today
Recent job