St George's Academy
Oliver Batt, 19
Chef, Le Manoir, Belmond Hotel, Oxfordshire
Attended: Sleaford Campus
"I was encouraged by my catering teacher to enter cooking competitions which led me to being offered work experience in a 2 Michelin starred restaurant in 2021, from this I was offered a full time job. I love what I do, I’m learning lots, working hard & meeting people from all over the world including celebrities! I also get to work with Raymond Blanc (see photo - Oliver pictured in black face mask)"
James, 26
Technician, Royal Signals, Army
Attended: Sleaford Campus
"I studied Uniformed Public Services, which was fun & I learned a lot. It definitely helped me to plan a career in this field. I also became an Apprentice Caretaker at St George's before joining the Army in 2019. Since the pandemic, travel has started to pick up, I've been on exercise to Germany & will be deployed again later this year. I have kept in touch with teachers & support staff & hope to come back to talk to the Public Service students about life in the Forces."
Ellis Karran
News Reporter, The Lincolnite
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2008-2015
"I developed a passion for writing & media while at school, that prompted me to pursue a career in journalism. After graduating from Sheffield Hallam University, I went on to do freelance work for BBC Radio Lincolnshire, as well as graduating from the BBC's Kick Off Reporter Scheme. I have worked at The Lincolnite for over two years now. I could not have made it where I have without the guidance of staff at St George's & the facilities that allowed me to express myself."
Rosie Froggatt (Lemin)
Telecommunications Engineer, Openreach
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2011
"I joined the Prison Service straight after leaving school being the youngest person in the prison service at that time. I stayed there for just under 10 years. I am now working for Openreach as a Telecommunications Engineer enjoying learning a new skill & a new career. This was all down to the education & qualifications I gained at St George's. Shout out to Mrs Steward for keeping me on the straight and narrow!"
Chantelle Clark-Dearden
Dental Nurse
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2011
"After leaving St George's I went onto college to do Hairdressing where I qualified with an NVQ Level 2 in 2013. In 2018 I started an apprenticeship in Dental Nursing. I qualified with a Level 3 Diploma in January 2021, it would've been sooner but due to the pandemic all exams got set back. My two careers could not be more opposite, but I wouldn't change them for the world. I'm so grateful to St George's for all the opportunities they gave me - to help open all these doors to my future."
Lauren
Response Officer, Police Force
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2011-2017
"I left St George's Academy and went to university to study Policing and graduated with a 1st class degree, also winning the award for the best final year student in Policing. During my time at University I became a Special Constable assisting at jobs in a large town in the East Midlands. From here I went onto join the Police Force and have now been a response officer for 1 & a half years. I am currently seconded to a specialised unit which I am finding very rewarding."
Jemma Weatherall, 18
Policing Degree Course, Lincoln College
Attended: Ruskington Campus
"I recently undertook a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniform Protective Services which has led to me going on to study a policing degree as I plan to sign up for the Police Force."
Oscar Clifford
Apprentices, Parker Technical Services
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2019
"Since leaving school I have now become an Apprentice for Parker Technical Services, travelling the county doing electrical work and I am loving it."
Wesley
Pilot, Royal Air Force
Attended: Sleaford Campus 1992-1999
"Since leaving St George's in 1999, I joined the Royal Air Force as a Pilot and to date have served over 18 years. My journey has taken me all over the world on multiple exercises, deployments and combat operations."
Joshua Cullen
Civil Aviation, DHL, East Midlands
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2015
"I left Sixth Form & went on a month trip to the Canadian Rockies before beginning work life. I applied for the RAF before changing my mind & going towards the Civil Aviation sector at London Heathrow. After two years I came back to Lincolnshire where I applied for the RAF again unfortunately failing at the medical stage. I settled back into Civil Aviation & started working for DHL at East Midlands Airport. Unfortunately in December 2020 I suffered a seizure at work & was diagnosed with Terminal Brain Cancer. Since then I have undergone 6 weeks of radiotherapy & chemotherapy & another 6 months of chemotherapy at a higher dose but lower frequency. My doctors have told me I may not be able to do anything strenuous as I did in aviation but I am slowly working myself back into a normal routine & getting out of the house more."
James Lefley
Doctoral Student, University of Warwick
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2015
"After leaving Sixth Form in 2015 off the back of decent A-Level results. I began studying at Newcastle University undertaking a Bachelors degree in Chemistry. I graduated in 2018 & spent the following year road tripping around Africa & working for the National Trust in various capacities. I then enrolled at the University of Warwick to study for a Masters in Polymer & Materials Chemistry. I was offered an exciting opportunity of an industry-sponsored PhD with Infineum UK, a joint venture between the oil & gas corporations of Shell & ExxonMobil. I am currently in my final year of doctoral study with the hope of this giving me the opportunity to go anywhere and do anything I set my mind to. Be it in the petrochemical industry, academia, or something completely new."
Dan Reynolds
Project Manager, Aviation Division
Attended: Sixth Form until 2010
"I studied Maths, Chemistry, Physics & IT at A Level, before going onto University to get a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. Whilst at University I undertook a couple of placements for my current employer, VolkerFitzpatrick. Most noticeably working on the Olympic village for the 2012 Olympic games. In 2015, I moved from the company's infrastructure team into their more specialist aviation division. This led to me working for the MOD home & abroad, including 6 months working in the Ascension Island to repair the airfield. I have worked all over the UK on a variety of schemes which have all been their own unique challenge. In my 8 years with the company I have gone from working as a Site Engineer to a Project Manager & through training schemes I have obtained Chartered Civil Engineer Status with the Institute of Civil Engineers."
Libby Skinner
Trainee Paramedic, SHU
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2010
"I am currently in my 3rd year studying to become a paramedic, qualifying in July 22. I have completed the East Midlands Ambulance interview & once qualified will likely pool relief at any station within 25 miles of Heckington but I am hoping to go on the transfer list to either Grantham or Newark."
Cole Mackinder
Duty Manager, Leisure Centre, North Hykeham
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2017
"After Year 11 I went onto study Accountancy upon finding a love for Maths in school. I started an accounting apprenticeship but quickly realised the suit & tie office lifestyle was not for me as I wanted something more fun & practical. I completed my NPLQ to become a Lifeguard & joined the organisation GLL where I am now a full time duty manager. I also work as a swimming teacher which I absolutely love. It was quite a career change & something I never saw coming but I enjoy my job so much & find it's perfectly suited for me."
Rhiannon Berry
Paediatric Nurse, Leicester
Attended: Sleaford Campus
"I went to De Montfort University to study Paediatric nursing straight from finishing Sixth Form at St George's. I qualified in September 2021 and now work on a paediatric high dependency unit in Leicester Children's Hospital"
Zoe Berry
Holiday Sales Representative, Jet2
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2016
"I went onto study Level 3 BTEC in Sports Science before completing a Master Degree in Osteopathic Medicine. I had various jobs in the care sector before finding a job at Punch! ABM as a Marketing Executive which I loved. I now work as a holiday sales representative for Jet2, getting to travel to different countries to learn about places in more detail. Jet2 love hands on learning, I am currently in Kayakoy in the Dalaman area of Turkey. My advice for my younger self would be, don't change for the world... change the world for you!"
Rob Smith
Project Manager, International Construction Consultancy
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2008-2015
"After finishing school I did an Undergraduate Degree in History at Oxford Brookes, followed by a Masters in Construction Management at University of Reading. I currently work as a Project Manager for an International Construction Consultancy where I've been able to get involved in projects such as building laboratories for the University of Oxford. I am also Head Coach of the University of Reading's American Football team (one of the youngest in the country)."
Lauren Briant
Royal Household, Private Secretary's Office
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2007-2014
"Following on from school I completed a degree in English with American Literature at University of Winchester. From this I started working at the Royal Household in the Private Secretary's Office where I have been working for 5 years this July (22). My job has allowed me to move to London, see new places & have opportunities I never thought possible; including being a PA in The Queen's Private Office. St George's provided me with a great education & I would like to personally give a shout out to Mrs Griffiths who believed I could do anything I set my mind to & guided me along the way."
William Fairweather
Mechanicial Degree Apprentice, MBDA Missile Systems
Attended: Ruskington Campus until 2016
"I went to Sleaford Sixth Form after finishing Y11 before joining Lincoln College for 2 years to achieve a Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, with a distinction. At college I worked part time at a Manufacturing sub-contract company (Micrometric Ltd, Lincoln) who specialised in Laser Cutting/Welding, my role was machine programmer. After college I went to DSEI defence show to look for potential employers. This is where I found MBDA Missile Systems & applied for the Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship. I am in my second year, having completed the 2 years of University with Firsts & glowing reviews from my completed placements."
Jodie Norris, 24
Primary School Teacher, Peterborough
Attended: Sleaford Campus
"I really enjoyed completing my Level 3 Childcare & Education at St George’s. The mix of practical placements & theory based coursework was excellent. I had the opportunity to complete placements in a variety of local childcare settings & schools, providing me with invaluable work experience towards my chosen career path. On completion of my Level 3, I secured a place studying Primary Education at Bishop Grosseteste University & I am now in my second year as a primary school teacher. The placement opportunities & high quality teaching provided by St George’s helped me gain both experience & confidence for my chosen career, I am thankful to the staff for their care & support."
Charlotte Chapman
Studying BSc in Podiatry, University of Northampton
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2007-2014
"Since leaving St George’s I have worked as a Community Care Worker in various places such as Lincoln, Stevenage, Leicester & Northampton. I’ve studied a Level 4 Diploma in Art & Design at Lincoln College whilst working & also as a gallery assistant & framemaker. In 2019-20, I completed an access to higher educaton healthcare practitioner course at Lincoln College. In September 2020 I started studiying for my BSc in Podiatry (Foot Doctor) at the University of Northampton, which has allowed me to work within the central & northwest London NHS Foundation trust. Once qualified I plan to open my own business, working privately. Over my years at St George’s there was one teacher that was consistent & helped me to reach my potential which was Mrs Griffiths."
Sara Daffey
Degree Apprenticeship in Operating Department Practice
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2009-2016
"After leaving St George's I went for a job as cabin crew and got through all the interviews but they could not guarantee days off for my final two exams so I did not proceed. I then spent time between the RAF/Navy for medical careers but due to a knee injury I made the decision to withdraw after a failed fitness test. I got into healthcare within the NHS in 2018 & currently I am on a degree apprenticeship in Operating Department Practice, with the hope to work with the organ donation & retrieval team in Leeds."
Jason Free
Teacher of PE, PE Lead & Head of Enrichment, West London
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2015
"I studied Sports Coaching after leaving St George's and then completed my PGCE in Secondary Education through the St George's Academy SCITT Partnership. I am currently finishing a MSc in Sports Coaching Science before starting my first teaching post in September as a Teacher of PE, PE Lead & Head of Enrichment at a school in West London. The PE department helped inspire me to follow this career paths & I am loving it all while having loads of fun in the process."
Charlie Russell
Senior Motorsport Communications Executive at McLaren Racing
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2009-2016
"I studied Sports Journalism at Leeds Trinity University upon leaving St George's where I graduated with a First Class Honours. In 2019 I joined Lincoln City Football Club as a Marketing & Media Assistant. I was promoted within five months to Media Executive which allowed me to take on more responsibilities, before being promoted again in 2021 to Press Officer. After 4 exciting years, I left the business to join McLaren Racing as a Senior Motorsport Communications Executive. I'm based at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey and regularly travel to global events including Formula One weekends."
Tom McCormick
Musical Director & Band Leader, Virgin Voyages
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2012
"Since leaving Sixth Form I have travelled the world as a professional musician, I've been to every continent & visited over 60 countries. Performing to thousands of people all over the world. I've worked as a piano / keyboard player on cruise ships, including Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Marcella Cruises & at this moment I am the Musical Director & Band Leader for Virgin Voyages newest cruise ship, The Valiant Lady, over seeing all live music. Without the support of the teachers at the time I wouldn't be where I am today. It's been an adventure!"
Mark Dowse
Sainsbury's Store Manager, Manchester
Attended: Sleaford Campus 2003-2009
"I attended St George's Sleaford Campus before going on to Manchester Metropolitan University to study Geography & got a part time job at Sainsbury's whilst studying. After University, I got more hours at Sainsbury's which led to a full time job where I was accepted on to the Sainsbury's Management Scheme. I am now store manager in the Manchester area."
Rebecca Healey
Registered Veterinary Nurse, Foxhall Vets, Ruskington
Attended: Sleaford Campus until 2015
"After leaving in 2015 I went to Harper Adam’s University to study Veterinary Nursing. I graduated with a Merit & qualified as a Registered Veterinary Nurse. I currently work at Foxhall Vets in Ruskington where I have been for 4 years now. Last year I became a Clinical Coach, where I now train Student Veterinary Nurses, helping them to complete their Nursing Progress Log (NPL) or Central Skills Log (CSL)."