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Garry Morgan, Miet, Mbcs

Leisure Instructor - Outdoor Activity Centre at Center Parcs UK & Ireland
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Seasoned educator and trainer with expertise in leadership, teaching, and training development.
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Dunstable, England, United Kingdom, GB
Skills
  • Leadership
  • Btec Internal Verification
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  • Personal Development
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Garry Morgan is a seasoned educator and trainer with extensive experience in leadership, teaching, and training development. He has a strong background in curriculum design, adult education, and technology integration. Morgan has worked in various roles, including Director of Faculty, Learning Area Manager, and Proprietor, and has held positions at Central Bedfordshire College, Oaklands College, and Vauxhall Motors Ltd. He is certified in various areas, including cybersecurity, IoT, and leadership development.

Credentials

  • DTC2.1.1 - Duty to Care Digital Badge
    UK Coaching
    Feb, 2024
    - Apr, 2026
  • Cybersecurity Essentials
    Cisco
    Sep, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Introduction to IoT
    Cisco
    Sep, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Instructor 10 Years of Service
    Cisco
    Dec, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Building Resilience
    LinkedIn
    Sep, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Managing a Diverse Team
    LinkedIn
    Sep, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Body Language for Leaders
    LinkedIn
    Jul, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Improving Your Judgment
    LinkedIn
    Jul, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Delivering Bad News Effectively
    LinkedIn
    Jun, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Enhancing Your Productivity
    LinkedIn
    Jun, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Critical Thinking
    LinkedIn
    May, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Cultivating a Growth Mindset
    LinkedIn
    May, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Jeff Weiner on Managing Compassionately
    LinkedIn
    May, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Leadership Blind Spots
    LinkedIn
    May, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Learning Canvas 2019
    LinkedIn
    May, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Prevent for Leaders and Managers
    The Education and Training Foundation
    Feb, 2016
    - Apr, 2026
  • Level 2 Health & Safety in Education
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    Oct, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • An Awareness of Forced Marriage
    Virtual College Ltd.
    Sep, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Level 2 Child Exploitation & Online Safety
    EduCare Learning Ltd.
    Sep, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health
    ALISON - Free Online Learning
    Mar, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Microsoft Certificate Of Learning - Teaching with Technology
    Microsoft
    Feb, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Personal Safety for Lone Workers V2
    Virtual College Ltd.
    Jan, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Safeguarding Adults (POVA) V4
    Virtual College Ltd.
    Jan, 2015
    - Apr, 2026
  • Google Web Academy - Online Professionals
    Google
    Nov, 2014
    - Apr, 2026
  • CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification
    CompTIA
    Aug, 2014
    - Apr, 2026
  • LFS101x: Introduction to Linux
    The Linux Foundation
    Aug, 2014
    - Apr, 2026
  • Google for Education Basics
    Google
    May, 2014
    - Apr, 2026
  • Google Web Academy - Online Basics
    Google
    May, 2014
    - Apr, 2026
  • Keep Them Safe - Protecting Children from Child Sexual Exploitation
    Safeguarding Children e-Academy
    Dec, 2013
    - Apr, 2026
  • eSafety - Guidance for Practitioners Working with Children
    Safeguarding Children e-Academy
    Feb, 2013
    - Apr, 2026
  • Microsoft Digital Literacy
    Microsoft
    May, 2011
    - Apr, 2026
  • IT Essentials
    Cisco
    Nov, 2010
    - Apr, 2026
  • Level 1 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness
    NCFE
    Oct, 2010
    - Apr, 2026
  • Level 1 Certificate in Drug Awareness
    NCFE
    Mar, 2010
    - Apr, 2026
  • Session Coach Licence
    Archery GB
    Dec, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • CCNA 1 - Networking Basics
    Cisco
    Jul, 2007
    - Apr, 2026
  • CCNA 2 - Router and Routing Basics
    Cisco
    Jul, 2007
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

  • Center Parcs UK & Ireland
    • United Kingdom
    • Leisure Instructor - Outdoor Activity Centre
      • Feb 2024 - Present
      • United Kingdom

      Outdoor Activity Centre Leisure Instructor working with guests to help them enjoy their break having a go at some great activities including: Escape the Forest (Unique Escape Room experience), Target Archery, Field Archery, Crossbows, Laser Combat, Laser Clay. Off Road Explorers and Segway Experiences.I can’t wait to learn how to work on all these activities especially sharing my joy of archery with the guests.

  • Oaklands College
    • United Kingdom
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Director of Faculty - Engineering Construction and ICT
      • Aug 2022 - Feb 2024

      Effective 01/08/2022 I took up a new position, Director of Faculty as part of a college restructure. I am now responsible for ICT, Engineering, Motor Vehicle, Plumbing, Trowel Trades, Carpentry, Construction Management and Civil Engineering, Electrical Installation, Applied Science, Access to HE and Extended Science Degree.In the coming year I will be focusing on:* Developing external partnerships with employers to help grow the curriculum, and improve opportunities for our learners.* Reviewing and improving operational efficiencies to ensure the faculty is delivering a cost effective curriculum offer in accordance with college KPIs.* Drive Digital Transformation in the faculty, developing skills in the learners that will be needed to be successful in the modern workplaces and careers.

    • Cisco Academy Manager & Lead Instructor
      • Jan 2019 - Nov 2023

      Manage the Cisco Academy, enrolling students and assigning staffing roles.Teach Cisco ITE, Cyber and Network Essentials.

    • Head Of Department ICT, Electrical & Plumbing
      • Aug 2020 - Jul 2022

      Effective 17th August 2020 I ended my role with Science and A-Levels picking up Electrical and Plumbing. Before changing role I developed the Science curriculum at Level 3 so that three distinct pathways are available in the second year of the RQF BTEC programme. Outcomes for learners improved in Achievement and Retention, and employer engagement increased in the curriculum.I am currently reviewing the processes in the Electrical and Plumbing departments to ensure improvements are made before the next Ofsted inspection. As part of the review the curriculum is being adapted/adjusted to ensure it better meets the needs of the students and industry.In the coming year I will be working on:* Improving the quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment so that students get a good experience at Oaklands.* Increasing recruitment in Part-Time Adult courses across all departments.* Developing Canvas Courses that will help students achieve the higher grades and first-time passes while freeing time for greater skills development in vocational courses.* Developing new pathways for students that will fast-track their progression in Apprenticeships or employment without removing the opportunity of progression to Higher Education.* Developing my management and leadership skills with the support of the college.I am also updating my professional skills in Cyber-Security (completed September 2020) and Introduction to the Internet of Things (completed September 2020) through Cisco Certification.

    • Head Of Department ICT, Access to HE, Science, Technology and A-Levels
      • Jan 2019 - Aug 2020

      Effective 1st July 2019 I added A-Levels to my management responsibilities joining Applied Science, Access to Higher Education, Extended Science Degree and ICT. I am looking forward to developing the area and potential curriculum we can offer to support progression opportunities to Higher Education including Higher Apprenticeships. I currently line manage 4 Coordinators, 1 Programme Manager and approximately 19 team members. I am currently reviewing the processes in the department to ensure improvements are made before the next Ofsted inspection. As part of the review the curriculum is being adapted/adjusted to ensure it better meets the needs of the students and industry. I have also reintroduced the Cisco Academy to the college and registered the college as a CompTIA Academy so that our students can achieve industry qualifications alongside their Study Programme.In the coming year I will be working on:* Improving the quality of T, L and A especially in Applied Science and ICT.* Increasing recruitment in Access to HE and A - Levels.* Developing Canvas Courses that will help students achieve the higher grades while freeing time for greater skills development.* Developing new pathways for students that will fast-track their progression in Apprenticeships or employment without removing the opportunity of progression to Higher Education.* Developing my management and leadership skills with the support of the college.During my time leading these departments they all improved in terms of outcomes for learners (Achievement and Retention).

  • Central Bedfordshire College
    • United Kingdom
    • Education Management
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Learning Area Manager - Technologies and Strategic Lead for STEM
      • Jan 2015 - Nov 2018

      Following a review and further restructure by the Senior Management Team my role evolved to include the Construction and Motor Vehicle departments which increased my Learning Area to around 640 students enrolled across Full-Time, Part-Time and Apprenticeship Frameworks with an income of around 2.9 million pounds. As a consequence of this restructure my official title changed to 'Learning Area Manager for Technologies and Strategic Lead for STEM'.• Lead and support a team that includes 1 Student Experience Lead, 1 Learning Area Lead, 15+ lecturers and 4 Instructor/Assessors working across Engineering, Motor Vehicle and Construction. I also managed Information Communication Technology until August 2017 when it was transferred to another manager so that I could focus on the new Engineering and Construction Skills Centre that opened in September 2017.• Lead and support the development of the curriculum offer working with the teaching team, students and external partners including employers and local authorities to ensure it responds to the needs of the sector both locally and nationally. Through my leadership and collaborative working the recruitment in FT Engineering programmes has increased from around 35 students to 137. Engineering Apprenticeships increased by around 50%. (Apprenticeships have now been centralised within a dedicated department although I still play an active role in recruitment and development.)• Following a review of the Motor Vehicle curriculum and after implementing some key changes the profile of the department has evolved from one group (5 students) of Level 2 learners to 3 groups (40+ students) in September 2015. In September 2017 the Motor Vehicle department added Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance to it programme offer enrolling 8 students in the first year. (All 8 students completed successfully)

    • BTEC Lead Internal Verifier in Computing
      • Apr 2011 - Sep 2018

      • Design and monitor an Internal Verification (IV) Plan that ensures all students, all staff and all assessments are sampled in line with Edexcel Policy• Check and monitor the quality and integrity of the assessment decisions made in the Computing Department• Provide support to staff in the writing of assignments that incorporate suitable scenarios to engage the learners, and provide real world links

    • Lead Cisco IT Essentials Instructor
      • Nov 2010 - Sep 2018

      Lead Instructor at the College delivering the Cisco IT Essentials programme to a range of learners.

    • Learning Area Manager - Technology
      • Jul 2012 - Jan 2015

      • As part of the restructured management team I successfully led the Engineering and ICT curriculum areas to 'Good'​ in October 2013 as part of Central Bedfordshire College's last full Ofsted Inspection. Under my leadership both areas have improved with ICT improving from a Grade 4.• I developed and managed the curriculum through collaboration with the teachers, assessors, students and employers to meet the needs of all our different partners. Improvements to the curriculum offer under my leadership has seen the recruitment in ICT grow by 55% on the previous year with recruitment in Engineering improving by 40%. I work closely with the Learning Improvement Managers and the team to design and provide relevant ‘Continuing Professional Development’ (CPD) activities and training to help them meet strategic aims and objectives.• I manage a team of 13 Lecturers and 3 NVQ Assessors ensuring the development of a robust system that recognises successes, and addresses areas for development within the team and Learning Area in a timely manner. Under my leadership the Technology team have all improved their lesson gradings with all team members graded 'Good' or better.

    • ILT Coordinator
      • Jul 2009 - Jul 2012

      Managed the college Virtual Learning Environment with the IT Services team, ensuring it met the operational goals of the college, whilst tailoring the platform to support the needs of the different learning areas.In the role I was responsible for working with the Quality Department planning and delivering staff development sessions. The sessions were led by policy but tailored to the needs of the individual staff, pitching at the correct level to ensure engagement, development and required compliance in accordance with the Teaching & Learning Policy.During the time I led as the ILT Coordinator the overall use of ILT increased to about 90% of lessons effectively using digital resources to engage and support learning.

    • ICT Systems Support Tutor
      • Sep 2004 - Jul 2012

      • Curriculum Lead for the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in IT and BTEC L3 Subsidiary Diploma in IT (ICT Systems Support programmes)• Responsible for a curriculum design that meets the requirements defined by the awarding body with a focus placed on a variety of assessment activities designed to develop vocational and academic skills• Consistently exceeded targets set by the organisation in relation to Success and Retention resulting in the ICT Systems Support programmes being repeatedly commended in the College Awards Ceremonies

  • Guardian2k Security Services
    • Luton Town, Bedfordshire
    • Proprietor
      • Apr 2003 - Dec 2009
      • Luton Town, Bedfordshire

      Managing and supplying licensed Door Supervisors to Pubs, Clubs and Private Functions. Worked closely with the Management teams to ensure a safe and profitable environment is provided for patrons and staff. Highly proficient in the area of 'Conflict Management' utilising excellent communication skills both written and verbal.Ceased trading to focus on career in Education

  • Vauxhall Motors Ltd
    • Luton Town, United Kingdom
    • Mechanical, Electrical and Trim Rectification Technician
      • Sep 1985 - Mar 2003
      • Luton Town, United Kingdom

      Started with Vauxhall Motors from school working my way from 'Junior Operator' to 'MET Rectification', staying with the company until the factory closed in 2003.

Education

  • 2023 - 2023
    Archery GB
    Session Coach, Introduction to basic Archery technique using a recurve bow shooting Barebow and Freestyle.
  • 2008 - 2010
    Central Bedfordshire College
    Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector - Level 5, Education
  • 2010 - 2010
    London Metropolitan University
    Cisco IT Essentials Instructor Course, Information Technology
  • 2005 - 2006
    Dunstable College
    OCR Level 3 Certificate for IT Practitioners (ICT Systems Support), Information Technology
  • 2005 - 2005
    Luton Borough Council
    BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Door Supervisors, Security and Loss Prevention Services
  • 2002 - 2002
    Vauxhall Motors LTD
    EAL NVQ Level 2 Performing Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Operations
  • 1986 - 1986
    Luton College
    Computer Literacy And Information Technology - Stage 1, Information Technology
  • 1980 - 1985
    Ashcroft High School

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