Kingdom Academy Media Team

Your August update: New homelessness qualification, Autumn ILS cohorts & more…

As we head into autumn, there is a lot for housing organisations to prepare for, from the introduction of the Competence and Conduct Standard on 1st October to the continuing pressures facing homelessness and independent living services. For many employers, the challenge is no longer understanding that expectations are changing. It is making sure their […]

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Andy Burnham’s first month as Prime Minister: what does it really mean for skills, housing and construction?

By Sara Roberts, CSO, Kingdom Academy Andy Burnham’s first month as Prime Minister has brought a noticeable shift in the way government is talking about skills, housing and construction. Technical education is to begin from the age of 14. Regional mayors are set to receive greater influence over planning and housing investment. Councils are being

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Your July update: The final Competence and Conduct Standard, Construction Apprenticeship Funding Available & More…

July has been another significant month for housing, skills and workforce development, with important developments beginning to turn months of discussion and consultation into something much more concrete. The final decision on the Competence and Conduct Standard has now been published, while changes across anti-social behaviour, housing, construction and the wider political landscape continue to

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Your June update: The Competence & Conduct Standard Hub, ASB Awareness Week and more…

Our ASB Awareness Week activity is next week! Find out more below… As we progress into the second half of 2026, preparation for the Competence and Conduct Standard is becoming an increasingly important priority for housing providers across the UK. While qualification requirements have attracted much of the attention, organisations are also considering wider areas

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Kingdom Academy Retains Matrix Accreditation Following Independent Review

Kingdom Academy has successfully retained the matrix Standard following an independent accreditation review that highlighted the organisation’s learner support, employer partnerships, inclusive culture and commitment to continuous improvement. The matrix Standard is the national quality standard for organisations delivering information, advice and guidance services. As part of the review process, assessors interviewed staff, learners and

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May Updates from Kingdom Academy: Competence & Conduct Support, Workforce Development and Sector Change

May has brought a real sense that the housing sector is moving from discussion into preparation and implementation when it comes to professionalism, workforce development and organisational readiness when it comes to the increasing level of change that is ahead. Across recent sector events, employer conversations and ongoing policy developments, the same themes continue to

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Apprenticeship Levy Changes 2026: What Employers Need to Know

By Matt Hoyle, Head Of Operations, Kingdom Academy From 1 August 2026, important changes are being introduced to the way apprenticeship levy funding works in England. The Apprenticeship Levy is becoming the Growth & Skills Levy, with a wider focus on helping employers invest in high-quality skills, workforce development and training that meets business need.

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Ongoing Competence Management and the Competence & Conduct Standard

One of the most important aspects of the Competence and Conduct Standard is that competence is not viewed as something achieved once and then permanently evidenced through qualifications alone. Instead, the standard places greater emphasis on how organisations continuously support, monitor, review, and maintain workforce competence over time. This represents a significant shift for some

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How to Create a Comprehensive Code of Conduct for the Competence & Conduct Standard

As housing providers prepare for the introduction of the Competence and Conduct Standard in October 2026, many organisations are focusing heavily on qualifications and workforce competence. However, one of the most important elements of the standard sits beyond formal learning alone. The standard also requires organisations to establish and maintain clear expectations around professional conduct

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Tenant Involvement and the Competence & Conduct Standard: What Housing Providers Need to Consider

One of the most significant shifts within the Competence and Conduct Standard is the increased emphasis on tenant involvement, accountability, and resident influence. While much of the sector discussion has understandably focused on qualifications and workforce competence, the standard also reflects a wider expectation that residents should have meaningful opportunities to influence how housing services

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