Department Management

Steve graduated from Nottingham Trent University in 2002 after studying Computer Science for four years and began teacher training shortly after.

After completing the Certificate in Education he worked initially as a teacher of computing and English, before moving specifically into maths, English and ICT - Functional Skills and GCSE – in both teaching and quality management roles.

After working within the FE sector for 17 years, Steve joined Landmarks in September 2020 as Curriculum Manager for Employability and Functional Skills; he is passionate about the development of these subjects and seeing the positive impact on the learners’ lives.

Natalie graduated from Nottingham Trent University in 2012 after studying a degree in Education with SEND (BA Hons) and began teaching Performing Arts in a secondary school for eight years. After this, Natalie started working on a Study Programme as the lead tutor for Maths, English & GCSE.

After working in the education sector for over ten years, Natalie's passion is to ensure all learners develop the skills needed for living an independent life and is looking forward to leading the Developing Independence Curriculum Pathway at Landmarks.

From 2014 - 2018 Matt has been a Sports Lecturer – Teaching both A-Levels and BTEC curriculum across a range of different levels at Nottingham College. Matt also worked with the LFE to teach both Nottingham Forest and Notts County Youth Academy.

From 2018 – Feb 2022 Matt was an Advanced Practitioner – Driving forward improvements within teaching and learning, focusing on both Quality Improvement and Assurance. Matt’s main roles undertaken focused on mentoring, coaching and training teachers to deliver high-quality education across several different faculty areas.

Alongside being an Advanced Practitioner, Teacher Trainer – Delivering the Level 3 Award in Education & Training to aspiring teachers, supporting them with their step into the teaching profession.

Matt’s passion is around being innovative, creative and forward-thinking, passing on ideas and strategies to be implemented within the classroom.

Natalie graduated from York St John University in 2014 after studying for a degree in English Literature. She then began her career in recruitment, supporting graduates to gain their first role out of university. After gaining 7 years of experience, Natalie is now looking forward to supporting Learners to secure their post-16 education at Landmarks, on a Pathway which gives them the opportunity to develop their skills and achieve their goals.  

Brian has worked in the SEN sector within a large specialist college as a department manager for the past 16 years. Before this, he spent 17 years in managerial roles within the retail sector.

He has significant experience leading and training in Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and People Development across several industries.

Brian joined Landmarks in 2018 to lead Wayfinder Recruitment Agency, which compliments the College’s Employability Pathway. Under his leadership Wayfinder Recruitment has created strong relationships with many local and national employers, resulting in high levels of successful job outcomes for learners.

Darren started working at Centre Parcs, Newark, where he worked in a number of key customer service roles.

After five years at Centre Parcs, Darren moved onto Ladbrokes for a further eight years as Branch Manager in a number of shops in and around Nottingham City.

He has worked for Wetherspoons and Stonegate pub companies as General Manager in numerous busy public houses, where he developed his desire to train people to work successfully in the bar and restaurant trade. Darren joined Landmarks in 2016 as our Hospitality and Catering trainer and has led the development of our unique training provision at The Archer.

Qualifying as a teacher in 2020 Darren also continues to lead developments within our Employability pathway at our Coach House site, Nottingham. 

Rebecca started her career working for Nottinghamshire County Council over 25 years ago. Working within Day Services she has gained much experience and has an abundance of skills and knowledge in working with people who have learning and Physical disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviour. Rebecca has also had experience working with dementia.

Over the years Rebecca has completed job-specific training in Health and Social Care and has specialised in Learning disabilities. After 21 years of service with the local authority, Rebecca decided she wanted to broaden her experience and further her career. She since has worked in numerous managerial roles within the Health and Social Care sector.

She joined Landmarks in July 2021 to run the day service and lead the team.

Rebecca is passionate about delivering an outstanding high-quality service to all her learners on the provision. She is excited about the positive outcome she will bring to the service and the impact it will have on the Learners.