Services For Education

20/08/2026

We know what September is like 🤯

Between new timetables, classroom setups, and meeting your new cohorts, your own professional development can easily slide to the bottom of the to-do list.

Spending just 5 minutes exploring our DfE-accredited National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) now means your autumn career goals are underway before the school year even begins.

Whether you want to specialise in leading teaching, behaviour, or step into senior leadership, we have a track for you - delivered in partnership with Teach First 👉 https://buff.ly/YXkYf2c

19/08/2026

Last month, nearly 4,000 of our talented young musicians and singers took to the stage at Birmingham Symphony Hall as part of this year’s Youth Proms, treating audiences to spectacular performances over four evenings, showcasing a range of talent and musical genres 🎶

These concerts marked the end of our academic year, and we look forward to starting it all over in a couple of weeks as the new academic year begins and we welcome new musicians - as well as returning ones - into our Ensembles across the city.

As a charity, fundraising plays a large part in making opportunities such as these possible. help our Music Ensembles continue to thrive, by making a donation here 👉 https://buff.ly/UdNBSiG

Pictured: our rehearsing ahead of our 2026 Youth Proms 📸

18/08/2026

Have you been thinking about upskilling or picking up a new instrument? Learn from the experts who have been shaping music education for over half a century 🌟

In 2018, after over 50 years providing music lessons to schools, we started two new Birmingham-based Music Schools, offering a variety of private lessons for adults and children, with specialist instrument teachers.

✔️ Award-winning music team

✔️ 50 Years' Experience

✔️ Specialist teachers

Find out more and secure your spot today 👉 https://buff.ly/tDGCI7q

13/08/2026

The SENCO: The Most Undervalued Member of Staff?💡

The SENCO role is wonderfully rewarding, but it is also complex, strategic, and emotionally demanding.

In many schools, it is still undertaken alongside a full or part-time teaching commitment, requiring SENCOs to balance competing priorities with limited time and relentless expectations.

Education Adviser at SFE, Claire Steele, discusses the multifaceted role of a , offering advice on building confidence through training and community 👉

Discover the multifaceted role of a SENCO and gain insights on building SEND confidence through expert training and community support.

12/08/2026

Our young musicians do themselves, and us, proud every time they take to the stage, and last month's Youth Proms were no exception.

Their performances were fantastic, and show how really make a difference to a young person’s life, given the opportunity 🎶

We hope everyone who joined us at one (or more) of the concerts enjoyed what they saw as much as we did and felt as proud as we did of everyone who took part.

Each year, we offer nearly 4,000 Ensemble places to young musicians across the city, providing free instrument loan and repair, expert tuition, and fantastic performance opportunities such as the Youth Proms. We offer each of these placements at no charge, but it costs an average of around £280 per place, per year.

As a charity, fundraising plays a large part in making opportunities such as these possible. be part of the difference we make and help us continue to offer the incredible opportunities we do by making a donation here 👉 https://buff.ly/vVRtcvb

06/08/2026

School’s out, the sun is (hopefully) shining, and you finally have time to think about your next steps ☀️📚

Did you know that National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) are the most widely recognised qualifications in the education sector for current and aspiring leaders?💡

We’re proud to deliver high-quality specialist and leadership NPQs in partnership with Teach First.

Beat the September rush and explore our NPQ courses over the summer break 👉 https://buff.ly/YXkYf2c

05/08/2026

Our Youth Proms took place last month, with a fantastic series of concerts showcasing the talents of nearly 4,000 young musicians and singers. These concerts are just one of the amazing opportunities we offer members of our Music Ensembles, showing the impact have 🎶

The excitement of the Youth Proms may be over, but it's the perfect time to support us by becoming a Friend of Our Ensembles. By making an annual donation, from as little as £36, help us make sure we can provide young musicians across the City with the best music teaching and opportunities we can, including our spectacular Youth Proms.

For more information on how to become a Friends of Our Ensembles, click here 👉 https://buff.ly/bP3cI57

04/08/2026

Ever wanted to play an instrument but didn't know where to start? 🎹✨

We offer private music lessons for adults and children via our Music School, designed for all ages and skill levels.

We teach:

🎻 Cello & Brass

🎷 Clarinet

🎸 Guitar & Ukulele
..and so much more!

Discover our full range of instruments and book today 👉 https://buff.ly/tDGCI7q

31/07/2026

How to Use Teaching Assistants Effectively with Pupils with SEMH Needs 💡

Education Adviser here at SFE, Claire Steele, recently wrote a guest blog for SEMH Education, where she discusses her practical thinking on how teachers and TAs can work together more deliberately to support pupils with needs.

Read Claire's full blog here 👉 https://buff.ly/KZCRzTK

From spotting early warning signs to building trust, practical strategies for making the most of your TA when supporting children with social, emotional and mental health needs

29/07/2026

At SFE Music Service, our mission is simple: bring music and learning to life in every corner of the city. We’re looking for talented Instrumental Teachers to join our team and spark a lifelong passion for music in our students 📍

We have Instrumental Teacher roles available in the following areas:

🥁 Drum Kit

🎶 Ukulele (WCIT)

If you're looking for a role where your talent truly makes a difference, we want to hear from you! Find out more and apply here 👉 https://buff.ly/dgLRTsa