Our Tutors
LJ Volz
PSHE Tutor
Experience:
24 years of experience working with young people and families. I have a passion for learning and have previously led Maths as a subject lead. I have experience in mentoring staff and supporting growth in the delivery of education.
3 Things I Love:
Chocolate, family time, beach
Lorna Gerry
Step Into Skills Tutor
Experience:
20 years working in education primary and secondary working with the SEN students. I have my HLTA and have led interventions in many different areas, including English and Math. I have gained my postgraduate award in psychometric assessment to be able to assess and support students gain the access arrangements required for their exams.
3 Things I Love:
Horses/animals, crafting and exploring the lanes of Devon and Cornwall
Charlie Thacker
Sustainability Tutor
Experience:
I completed an apprenticeship in horticulture 16 years ago and went on to run a 3-acre organic market garden near Bristol. I later trained in sustainable woodland management and traditional woodworking and have been running a business making handcrafted wooden ware, teaching traditional furniture making, and delivering green building projects.
3 Things I Love:
Coastal walks, growing food, and winter evenings playing board games by a fire
Natasha Glasgow
Childcare & Bespoke Provision Tutor
Experience:
I have a PGCE and 15 years teaching experience in secondary schools and 3 years of teaching primary school aged students too. I am a Geography specialist, but have also taught across the humanities and delivered the BTEC in Public Services. My teaching career started in the USA teaching Environmental Education. I have also worked in Adult Social Care
3 Things I Love:
Walking, swimming & travel
Jenny German
Employability & Functional Skills Tutor
Experience:
With a background in marketing, my journey in the education industry started in 2020 when I joined Duchy College as a learning support practitioner. I gained my Level DET teaching qualification in 2024 and moved on to TST where my role as a Work Skills Tutor and Work Experience Co-ordinator gave me experience in teaching SEN learners
3 Things I Love:
Singing, meditation and jogging
Kathryn Turnock
Lead Learning Support Assistant
Experience:
Started off as a health and fitness coach, then worked in hospitality and event planning, also holds qualifications in holistic wellbeing
3 Things I Love:
Spending time with family, keeping active with pilates, running & being in nature
Shelley Duncan-Adams
Learning Support Assistant
Experience:
Over 20 years in primary education, most recently a work buddy – supporting a young person in their employment
3 Things I Love:
Spending time with family & friends, the challenge of my weight lifting classes, being by the sea
Esther Eriksson
Learning Support Assistant
Experience:
15 years working in documentary TV production before taking a career break to focus on her family. Her close involvement in her children’s educational journey has motivated her transition into education, where she brings a strong commitment to inclusion and community
3 Things I Love:
Nature, family, films & books
Ben Dayman
Learning Support Assistant
Experience:
Over 25 years of experience in the Hospitality and Catering industry as a Chef and Business owner
3 Things I Love:
Scouting, Hockey and Paddleboarding along Bude canal
Jo Tucker
Learning Support Assistant
Experience:
I was privileged to teach young children for 24 years, watching their progress was very rewarding. I have also been a parent carer, supporting other parents along the way
3 Things I Love:
Pilates, exploring new places and meeting up with friends and family
Fiona Dodds
Learning Support Assistant
Experience:
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3 Things I Love:
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Sharon Pollitt
Learning Support Assistant
Experience:
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3 Things I Love:
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