Case Studies

Mike Mullen

You need this hybrid model where we're still able to go into industry and practice, as well as bringing that experience back. I generally wouldn't be doing my learners at the best service I can give them if I hadn't been in industry. Seeing the students progress is probably the biggest bonus you get in this job, there's no two ways about it. Especially when you bump into them a few years down the line and they're grateful for the support that you gave them. More...

Programme Leader in Construction

Nick Thomas

To be a dual professional you need to be able to be in industry and in education, to engage the learners, it’s those real-life stories - this happened to me on site, this happened to me working in someone's house - to be able to contextualise those real-life industry experiences into the classroom or learning environment is the most powerful tool. More...

Course Leader Plumbing

Beccy Monteith

The students find it really interesting that I have experience of being in the industry and of working in children’s services and social care - I think that brought a different dimension to the programme for them. I feel proud of the students and the progress that they make - they leave different people, they leave feeling empowered. More...

Course Leader Foundation Degree in Children’s Development and Learning

Aimee Knight

I was really lucky to work in children’s centres, family liaison and children’s charities, and I learnt that I had a lot of skills and experience that I could offer to others. Learners are at an age where they are really thinking about their careers, and I felt that I could be a part of that journey. Teaching has been a fantastic experience for me and I’d really recommend it! More...

Childcare Course Leader