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School Workforce Census Bulletin 2026

This FAQ lists the latest information regarding the School Workforce Census. It contains links to relevant documentation for Arbor and Bromcom.

School Workforce Census Date: Thursday 5th November 2026

School Workforce Census Deadline Date to DfE: TBC (If you are a maintained school please consult your LA)

Latest Census Information

KNOWN ISSUES Please check back on regular basis – Known issues will be posted here
Adding Staff Qualification Subjects  – please refer to this guide to assist with which ‘Subject Area’ you need to select, in order to locate the required subject of the degree – JACS 3.0: Detailed (four digit) subject codes
12/10/2026 BROMCOM – Bromcom have confirmed the workforce census is now available to run.
09/10/2026 As per Bromcom census guidance here , it states that the SWC is not available to run as they are awaiting DfE validation files. The guide will be updated when it is ready to run.

DFE Documentation:

 

Arbor Guides and Help 

Bromcom Guides and Help

 

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