on-demand webinar
How FE Colleges Are Paving the Way to Graduate-Level Jobs in Tech
Watch our on-demand webinar to hear from Paul Saunders, Commercial Director at Gateway Qualifications, and John Waite, Group Curriculum Director at New City College, as we discuss how FE Colleges are helping learners progress into graduate-level IT roles.
Session info
Skills Bootcamps are Changing – What FE Colleges Must Know
Summary & Information
The demand for digital skills continues to rise, opening doors for learners to step into the ever-evolving tech industry. How can FE colleges bridge this gap and create clear pathways to graduate-level jobs in tech?
In this session, you’ll gain insights into:
→ Why FE colleges are uniquely positioned to address the UK’s digital skills gap
→ The importance of equipping learners with skills that meet local workforce needs
→ How colleges can align curriculum planning with local employer needs
→ The role of regulated qualifications in creating accessible career pathways
→ Success stories from learners who have progressed through these qualifications
Our speakers
Get to meet our knowledgeable speakers
John Waite
Group Curriculum Director – Creative, ICT & Digital @ New City College Group
John Waite serves as the Group Curriculum Director at New City College (NCC) in London. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of curricula across creative disciplines, ensuring that programs remain innovative and aligned with industry standards.
Paul Saunders
Commercial Director @ Gateway Qualifications
Paul Saunders is the Commercial Director at Gateway Qualifications and has led on the collaboration with Code Institute. Paul has previously worked in a range of education settings over the last 25 years. Roles included teaching and assessing in work-based settings, working with employers and other stakeholders developing national occupational standards and qualifications as well as successfully running an Independent Training Provider delivering work and classroom-based provision.
Lee Lindsay
Academic Partnerships Manager
@ Code Institute
Lee Lindsay is the Regional Partnerships Manager at Code Institute, where he collaborates with a diverse network of partners, including colleges, universities, NGOs, private training providers, awarding organisations, and government bodies. He focuses on expanding access to education by aligning Code Institute’s courses and training opportunities with funded pathways, ensuring learners have access to the necessary support to advance their skills and careers.
