Sport

"As a teacher, I really love seeing our students succeed and progress onto the next level, whether that is university, an apprenticeship or full-time employment. By being exposed to a highly-qualified and experienced team like the Sport department, students can gain a range of practical skills and use them to influence whatever they enjoy doing most.

At college, students have an opportunity to develop their transferable and employability skills alongside their course too. It could be someone improving their teamwork or overcoming fears to take on a new challenge – we find that as their confidence grows in gaining more soft skills, their projects improve and they become more successful."

“My favourite part of my role is helping students on their journey to entering the Sports industry.

Seeing the group for the first time in September, being a part of how they change and adapt to become professionals is exciting, and an opportunity I feel very fortunate and proud to have.

The culture in our department is all about excellence; we expect our students to give 100% to every lesson and activity they do.

We set high expectations, and get fantastic results. In return, our staff work tirelessly to ensure students leave College with as much value added to their education as possible, and a support network that they can always rely on.

Students also learn key skills like independence, commitment, and responsibility that they take with them into employment and beyond.”

"For me, the best aspect of teaching is being able to help young people and change their lives. Every student that walks through our doors is different. They have their own strengths and face their own challenges. Our role as teachers is to help each student achieve their potential and take their first step in starting a career.

College is a step up from school. Students often comment on the more mature environment at college and how they enjoy being treated like an adult. Being at college helps young people develop the professional skills required to achieve, stand out and be successful within the workplace. Experienced staff and inspiring educational trips, visits and professional speakers all help support a student’s development and immerse them into the industry."