Anonymous

Skills

Leadership, entrepreneurship and organisational development

Founder of Silver Trowel Trade Training, a multi–award‑winning Registered Training Organisation
Founder of EziAssess, developer of the Mark Smart learning and assessment tool used across Australia and South East Asia
Strategic planning, policy development and contribution at departmental and organisational level
Curriculum, assessment design and standards

Developing tests and assessment materials aligned to clear learning objectives
Creating and adapting resources for both classroom and online delivery
Comprehensive knowledge of City & Guilds qualifications, structures and assessment requirements
Strong understanding of apprenticeship standards, on‑programme requirements and end‑point assessment expectations
Aligning teaching, assessment and resources to City & Guilds specifications and relevant apprenticeship standards
Teaching, instruction and resource development

Using diverse teaching methods: lectures, presentations and interactive class activities
Selecting and implementing innovative, student‑centered approaches to deliver course content
Designing and delivering effective presentations in face‑to‑face and virtual environments
Developing innovative and flexible training resources for vocational education and apprenticeships
Student support, communication and learner success

Responding promptly and effectively to student enquiries and concerns
Identifying and suggesting appropriate alternative avenues of academic and pastoral support
Providing high‑quality training and support for apprentices
Reflective practice and quality improvement

Reflecting on teaching design and delivery to identify areas for improvement
Gathering and incorporating learner and peer feedback into content delivery and course design
Driving continuous improvement in training quality and learner outcomes
Professional development and sector engagement

Engaging in ongoing professional development through workshops and conferences
Staying current with pedagogical advancements and vocational training best practice
World Skills Judge for Bricklaying representing Western Australia
Innovation and impact in training and education

Award‑winning innovation in training design and delivery, including programs aimed at reducing recidivism (in partnership with WA Department of Corrections)
Recognised by the Australian Prime Minister for Innovation and Design in Training and Education
Recipient of multiple national and international awards for innovative and flexible training resources
Business, export and industry recognition

Emerging Australian Entrepreneur – National Award Winner (2004)
Multiple winner, WA Industry and Export Awards for Training and Education; Hall of Fame for Export and Innovation
Winner, National Ethnic Business Awards for excellence in Training and Innovation
Finalist, Telstra People’s Choice Award
Highest ranking of 3 Gold Stars by the Institute for Trade Skills Excellence
Industry partnership and sponsorship

Building and maintaining strong relationships with industry to enhance student opportunities
Securing and managing significant sponsorship (e.g. ongoing £20,000 yearly brick donation from Ibstock Bricks)

About

I am writing to express my interest in the position of Bricklaying and Course Manager. As an experienced education leader with a background in vocational training, curriculum innovation, and global delivery, I offer a proven capacity to design, deliver, and manage programs that align with both industry needs and national standards. My career has been dedicated to bridging the gap between education and employment through responsive, industry-driven curriculum development.

As Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Silver Trowel Trade Training Pty Ltd (STTT), I built the organisation into one of Australia’s leading Registered Training Organisations, delivering nationally accredited qualifications across building and construction, health and safety, and business services. I developed programs from concept to accreditation and delivery, ensuring full alignment with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and industry competency standards. Under my leadership, the organisation expanded to serve over 1,000 domestic and 250 international students annually across more than 45 countries.

Throughout this period, I built and maintained strong relationships with local and international industry partners, ensuring that our curricula remained relevant, adaptive, and outcomes-focused. These partnerships were instrumental in securing major government contracts and enhancing graduate employability across Australia, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the UK. My work was recognised with the Prime Minister’s Award for Innovation and Design in Training and Education, along with multiple state and international awards for excellence in curriculum development and delivery.

In 2011, I founded EziAssess Pty Ltd, an educational technology company that developed Mark Smart, a digital learning and assessment platform now used by schools and vocational institutions across Australia and Southeast Asia. This experience strengthened my expertise in competency-based learning design, technology-enhanced delivery, and scalable assessment systems.

Most recently, I have spent 14 months working in the United Kingdom as a contract Bricklaying Lecturer, gaining first-hand experience with the UK’s training system and qualification frameworks. This role has provided valuable insight into the structure of vocational education in the UK, particularly within City & Guilds and NVQ standards, further enriching my perspective on international best practice in curriculum design, assessment, and learner engagement.

With this blend of leadership experience, front-line teaching insight, and cross-jurisdictional curriculum knowledge, I am confident in my ability to contribute meaningfully to any strategic educational objectives. I am passionate about ensuring that curriculum frameworks not only meet compliance standards but also inspire learners, meet employer expectations, and future-proof workforce skills.

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my global experience in curriculum innovation, educational leadership, and industry collaboration could support any UK college and their mission to deliver exceptional learning outcomes.