Strode College
Sharon Pickford has extensive experience in the field of work-based learning and apprenticeship assessment, currently serving as the Work Based Learning Manager at Strode College since April 2004. In this role, Sharon assesses a diverse caseload of apprentices across various frameworks and conducts Internal Quality Assurance for multiple subject areas, including Business, Customer Service, and Management. Additional responsibilities include marketing the apprenticeship program and ensuring compliance with audit requirements. Sharon has also developed a range of courses tailored to employer needs and served as the Somerset Skills Alliance Coordinator, liaising with local training providers to facilitate training for businesses. Prior to Strode College, Sharon worked as a Training Officer at Touchstone Learning and Skills, where duties included assessing and supporting apprentices, and held various positions at Tesco Stores Ltd. Education includes multiple qualifications in Education, Leadership, Internal Quality Assurance, and Business Administration from Strode College and other institutions.
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Strode College
Further Education, Adult Training, Vocational, Academic and Leisure Courses. Strode College is one of England's top performing colleges for further and adult education training, offering a wide range of vocational training, academic and leisure courses for the community. Strode is an Ofsted 'outstanding' college with an excellent local and national reputation. We are committed to providing outstanding education for everyone who learns with us. The high quality of education we provide and the fantastic achievements of our students are reflected in official performance reports. The secret of our success is high quality teaching and support which creates motivated students who achieve their full potential.