Andy Cawthray

Andy Cawthray has a diverse work experience spanning across various industries. Starting in 1991, Andy worked as a Housekeeper in Centre Management at Field Studies Council. From 1992 to 1999, Andy joined the RSPB organization, taking on roles such as Information Warden, Helpdesk Manager, Applications Support Team Leader, and Administration Manager. Following this, Andy worked at IBM UK Ltd from 1999 to 2011 in various roles, including Service Delivery Manager, Service Delivery Lead, Delivery Project Executive, and UKI & Nordics Sales Operations Manager. In 2011, Andy became a Freelance Writer & Journalist for ChickenStreet, specializing in topics such as poultry husbandry, gardening, and the environment. Andy then joined North Shropshire College in 2012 as a part-time Lecturer & Information Learning Technology (ILT) Lead until 2017. Currently, Andy holds the position of Head of Digital & Data, Strategic Management & Performance at the Field Studies Council since 2018, where they are responsible for leading and coordinating the organization's use of digital and data technologies.

Andy Cawthray has a diverse education history. Andy first attended Boston Spa Comprehensive from 1980 to 1987. After completing their secondary education, they then pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences at the University of Plymouth from 1987 to 1990. Following a significant gap in their education, they returned to school and obtained a Level 4 Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector qualification from Walford & North Shropshire College in 2013. Additionally, they obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with a focus on Post-compulsory education and training at Staffordshire University from 2015 to 2017.

Besides their formal education, Andy Cawthray has also obtained several certifications. These certifications include ITIL Practitioner, MSP® Certifications, and PRINCE2® Foundation Certification Training. However, there is no information available on when or where they obtained these certifications.