Episode seven: Darren Hankey

Episode eight: Lisa Capper

In this episode Polly Harrow is joined by Lisa Capper, Principal and Chief Executive at Stoke on Trent College. In this uplifting episode Polly and Lisa discuss finding the joy and hope in FE, and Lisa shares positive case studies from Stoke on Trent College that highlight the impact colleges have on their learners and communities. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode seven: Darren Hankey

In this episode Polly Harrow talks to Darren Hankey, Principal and Chief Executive at Hartlepool College of FE. They discuss the college's trauma-informed approach to engaging students that are both disadvantaged and disengaged. Darren shares insights that highlight the profound impact of empathy and understanding in the learning environment. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode six: Colin Booth

In this episode Polly Harrow is joined by Colin Booth, Chief Executive at Luminate Education Group. Polly engages in a candid conversation with Colin who shares valuable perspectives on managing sector pressures and seemingly unmanageable workloads. Colin shares personal experiences, offering practical tips for other FE Leaders. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode five: Mike Driscoll

In this episode Polly Harrow talks to Mike Driscoll, Chief Operations Officer at Southampton Engineering Training Association (SETA). They discuss SETA's approach to supporting their apprentices with mental health and wellbeing and the challenges of supporting all learners in a male dominated environment and sector. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode four: Alex Miles

In this episode Polly Harrow talks to Alex Miles, Managing Director at Yorkshire Learning Providers about the challenges and ways of supporting apprentices with their mental health and wellbeing. *Content warning, this episode references difficult topics including self-harm and suicide. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.