Career zone

Tim’s role involves leading a team of around 20 staff, including Work Placement Officers and Career Zone assistants, in providing information, advice and guidance to all students on all things connected to their future pathways.

Through one to one career appointments, Katarina supports students to explore options – both short and long term. Career appointments help students to better understand who they are and what their future might look like. The Careers Team help to identify their skills, strengths and interests and look at values and motivations. They explore different jobs, look at routes in and figure out pathways which suit students best. Often, it is about dreaming big but starting small! Katarina is also involved in the ‘Greener Futures’ enrichment option, which explores environmental and social justice issues that are important to students.

Tracey is a Registered Career Development Professional and a Mentor for the CDI. Working with young people in various settings for over 30 years, supporting them to increase their confidence and knowledge. Encouraging them to be happy with their life choices and giving them the tools to deal with any challenges and obstacles. Helping them to recognise their skills, increasing their confidence and knowledge, to empower them to navigate the not always straight path of life. The Career Development Institute informs her daily work, from one-to-one guidance appointments to mentoring staff and students.

Gosia’s role is to help students explore their career options as well as guide them in choosing suitable courses at college and university. She specialises in the areas of Science, Sport and Protective Services, and Health and Social Care.

Kate looks after the day to day running of the Career Zone providing a friendly face and professional atmosphere to our students, staff and employers. She is here to help students build confidence and provide advice on job searches, interview skills and CV building. She also supports the Career Advisers and make one-to-one career appointments for students who want to explore future career opportunities.

Niki is a Career Zone Assistant who offers support to students who are looking to create/update their CV. With a strong focus on Special Educational Needs and students who experience challenges, she aims to provide a safe and welcoming environment to all, while providing them with information, advice and guidance on CV writing, job searches, mock interviews, volunteering suggestions, gap years and more.

Andy is a Learning and Development Specialist at Cormac and has over 10 years’ experience in training, Apprenticeships and early career development. He is passionate about supporting young people to make informed decisions about their futures by ensuring that they have had high-quality careers advice and guidance.

Lisa strives to maintain and enhance the College’s exceptional student experience while continually working to help students achieve their highest possible potential.

Lisa joined the Senior Management Team in August 2021 having spent the previous 25 years working in Further Education across the UK. Lisa’s responsibilities include leadership of Admissions, Student Services, Learning Support, Learning Services and the Day Nursery while being the College’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Hayley is responsible for building strong partnerships with existing employer partners and identifying new employers who can provide sustainable employment opportunities for learners. Hayley joined the Senior Management Team in August 2021, she has a strong background in Apprenticeships, occupational and vocational learning programmes as well as quality assurance. Hayley was previously the Programme Team Leader for Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Hospitality as well as Quality Development Manager for Truro and Penwith College. She leads on Apprenticeships, employer partnerships, adult learning and employability, as well and managing Construction, Engineering & Motor Vehicle and the Business & Professional curriculum areas.