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Strategic Plan

Our Mission

Empowering Success, Enriching Communities, Supporting Industry

Our Purpose

To provide inclusive, highest-quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the needs of local community and industry.

Our Values

For our core values to really matter, it goes far beyond a simple list of guiding principles. Our core values authentically define how we as a team, operate, behave, and interact on a day-to-day basis. They set the direction and framework for our strategic behaviours.

We Are...

SP Icon 1Ambitious

SP Icon 2Resilient

SP Icon 3Inclusive

SP Icon 4Empowering

SP Icon 5Accountable

Strategic Plan

Our Strategic Plan for 2024-2027 is not merely a document, it’s a living blueprint that will guide and shape our actions, decisions, and investments in the pursuit of our shared aspirations.

In the dynamic landscape of education, it is imperative that we remain proactive, responsive, and innovative to meet the evolving needs of our stakeholders and the communities we serve, and at the heart of this plan lies our unwavering commitment towards excellence, inclusivity, and collaboration.

We recognise that our college is a vibrant ecosystem, enriched by the diverse perspectives, talents, and aspirations of our students, staff, employers and the broader community. It is through our collective efforts and shared vision that we chart a course towards continued growth, relevance and impact.

Our Strategic Plan is the culmination of consultation, reflection, and collaboration with stakeholders at every level. We have listened attentively to the voices of our community, embracing feedback, ideas and aspirations to inform our strategic priorities and initiatives. We are confident that together, we will achieve our shared mission of empowering success and enriching communities.

We look forward to the journey ahead with optimism, determination, and a spirit of collaboration.

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Hi, I’m Ailz. What I love most about education is the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people’s lives, help them recognise their own potential, and open doors to new careers and pathways. I began my career teaching English in Further Education, before becoming a mentor for trainee teachers through their placement years. I really enjoyed mentoring and coaching trainees, helping them develop their practice and discover their own strengths as teachers. This led me into teacher education, where I now work as a Programme Lead, supporting the next generation of teachers in the Further Education and Skills sector.

I care deeply about social mobility, the importance of positive relationships, and helping students feel confident and engaged in their learning. I’m a nurturing and approachable teacher educator, and I’m committed to ensuring that every trainee I work with feels encouraged, valued, and supported as they develop their practice.

I’m Sasha. What I enjoy most about working in education is helping people build confidence and realise their full potential. I spent 13 years working as a teaching assistant and Learning Support Assistant before moving into teaching Health and Social Care and Access courses with learners aged 16 and over. These experiences shaped my belief in the importance of positive relationships and adapting teaching to meet individual needs.

Mentoring trainee teachers and coaching colleagues sparked my interest in teacher education, which I moved into in 2024. I enjoy helping trainees connect theory with classroom practice, try out new approaches and find their own confidence as teachers. I aim to create a supportive space where they can ask questions, reflect honestly and feel comfortable seeking advice.

I have a degree in Psychology, a master’s in Mental Health, a PGCE, the National Professional Qualification in Leading Teacher Development and a Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring in Education. These studies continue to inform my interests in inclusive teaching, wellbeing, and supporting others to develop their practice.