Money matters for Town’s Academy
TAFF in Kirklees College’s examinations department have been shortlisted for the Professional Services Team of the Year award in the 2019 Tes FE Awards 2019.
The awards recognise the most outstanding individuals and institutions that the Further Education sector has to offer and celebrates those who continue to make a significant contribution to improving the skill levels of young people and adult learners.
Kirklees College had to undergo a rigorous application procedure and submit evidence to enter the awards and it was due to the college’s deliverance of a number of proactive measures to both streamline and make the exam process easier for students that contributed toward the nomination.
Janice Cleatheroe, head of examinations, customer service & senior leadership support, said: “We’re extremely proud and excited to be nominated for a Tes Award.
“As a team we work really hard to ensure our students are receiving the best exam experience and that their needs are met. We’ve introduced a number of proactive measures to make the exam procedure as career having a sound financial plan and a budget is essential.
“You could tell by the engagement in the room the lads really enjoyed it and it was thought provoking.”
Louise went on to explain that budgeting and keeping on top of your finances are essential skills throughout your entire life.
“I think that if you start with all the right ideas and you start saving early, those are fundamental skills that you carry on throughout your career.
“If you spend every penny that you’ve got coming in it’s hard to get out of that habit. Forming habits early on, no matter what those habits are in relation to, are really important.”
Louise was also quick to emphasise that it’s not just the players that will benefit from these kinds of workshops, but also her partnership with the club.
“I really care about people’s finances and this is a way for me to give back to the local community,” she said.
“I’m working closely with the Town Foundation to give some financial education to younger children.
“It’s something that I feel really strongly about, and I think my relationship with the football club is strong from a business and a personal perspective.
“It’s about investing in young people and the football club that I love, and it enables me to do both of those things.
“This is definitely an area where I think I can add value and so I’ll continue to do that.” efficient as possible and ensure our students get the best experience in what can often be a stressful time.”
Tes FE editor Stephen Exley said: “Excellent practice exists right across the further education sector, and those shortlisted for the Tes FE Awards are the cream of the crop. Our judges were extremely impressed with the calibre of entries. We had more entries for this year’s categories than ever before, and the standard was higher than ever. To be shortlisted is an extraordinary achievement.”
The winners will be revealed at a gala awards evening at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London, on March 22.