Meet the Team

Stacy Murray

Student Apprenticeship Lead

Working within the apprenticeship team for the past five years has given me a real insight into the tools needed to complete an apprenticeship and the effect that good support and communication can have on current and new students. My current role as Apprenticeship Lead allows me to guide and assist students through every aspect of their journey with us, which I am most passionate about.

Louisa Ellis

Employer Engagement Officer

As an Employer Engagement Officer, I engage with employers to provide information on apprenticeships, work experience, short courses and curriculum link projects. By working closely with employers, my main aim is to help them recruit the right person to work within their team.

Joe Mcalster

Business and Employer Engagement Manager

I'm Joe McAlster, Business and Employer Engagement Manager at Kidderminster College. I work with employers across the Wyre Forest and Worcestershire area and have over 10 years’ experience in the FE sector, mainly within Construction and Construction Commercial, as well as managing 16-19 and Higher Education Engineering. My background is in stone masonry and general construction, where I worked on projects from heritage sites to modern developments. I’m keen to use this experience to build strong employer partnerships and create opportunities that help local residents into work and long-term careers.

Liam Carroll

Community Responsive Officer

As a Community Responsive Officer, I oversee initiatives such as Multiply, Skills Bootcamps, and Sector-based Work Academies. Through these programmes, I cultivate strong relationships with local job centres, aiming to bridge the gap between opportunities and individuals seeking to enhance their skills and careers. Witnessing the positive impact these engagements have on our community fuels my passion. Seeing individuals benefit from these programmes is gratifying, empowering them to thrive and succeed in their chosen paths.

Jack Draper

Employer Engagement Officer

My role is to connect with and support local employers with the recruitment of apprentices across our apprenticeship provision while also supporting a variety of other offers, including traineeships, training courses, work experience and curriculum links.