The EKC Group is a family of six distinct colleges, and four additional business units serving the whole of East Kent. Our mission is to play a leading role for East Kent in developing the economic & social prosperity of the communities we serve. With colleges in Ashford, Broadstairs, Canterbury, Dover, Folkestone and Sheppey, we deliver a wide range of technical and vocational education to more than 12,000 students.

Higher Education

EKC Group

The Canterbury office focuses on education and skills development, specializing in various training and project management initiatives.

Canterbury

EKC Group's headquarters in Margate, United Kingdom

The Ashford office focuses on operations, training, communications, support, and resourcing for technology and software initiatives.

Ashford

Victoria Copp-Crawley

Dan Shelley

Lindsey Biggs

Paul Sayers

Lee Osborn

Lucy McLeod

Hollie March

Barry Boden

Freya Reding

Sarah-Jayne Benfield BSc MSc PGCE MCCT

Andrew Heap

Amy Ward

Kerry Hickmott

Jamie Weir

Nick Holbrook-Sutcliffe

Stewart Haywood

Bret Cox

Ben Williams

Katie Cox

Helen Hammond

Carmel Togher

Gail Clarke

Natalie Garner

Jason Howard

Peter Troke

Charles Buchanan

Peter Cheney

Ella Brocklebank

Miranda Chapman

Sam Lain-Rose

John Oliphant

Francesca Lashmar

John Korzeniewski

Jo Worby

The Governance Team at EKC Group is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, policy development, and accountability of the organization. Comprised of governors and chaired by the Chairman of the Governing Body, this team ensures that the educational and operational objectives align with the mission to enhance the economic and social prosperity of East Kent communities.

Governance Team

This department oversees the development and delivery of educational programs and course content.

Academic Affairs

The Human Resources team at EKC Group plays a crucial role in managing employee relations, recruitment, resourcing, and people development. Guided by the Chief People Officer, the team ensures that the organization attracts, retains, and develops talent to support its educational mission. They also work on fostering a positive work environment across all six colleges and additional business units, contributing to the overall economic and social prosperity of the communities served.

Human Resources

The Leadership Team at EKC Group is responsible for setting the strategic direction and ensuring the effective governance of the organization. They collaborate to drive initiatives that enhance educational offerings, promote community engagement, and foster economic growth across East Kent. By leveraging their diverse expertise, they work collectively to achieve the mission of providing high-quality technical and vocational education to the region's students.

Leadership Team

This department oversees the planning, execution, and completion of projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals.

Project Management

This department provides support and guidance for individuals seeking mental health and wellbeing assistance.

Counselling Services

EKC Group

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Governance Team

Academic Affairs

Human Resources

Leadership Team

Project Management

Counselling Services

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EKC Group

Org chart

Board & advisors

Teams

Governance Team

Academic Affairs

Human Resources

Leadership Team

Project Management

Counselling Services

Offices

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