A Stoke on Trent College lecturer has been recognised with an award for his work helping students secure apprenticeships in the bricklaying industry.
Brick Lecturer Robert Harrison was crowned Construction Apprenticeship Tutor/Lecturer of the Year at the Construction Apprenticeship Awards 2024.
He said: “I was very happy to be nominated and then to receive the award on the evening was amazing.
“I have been teaching in bricklaying for 28 years and seen many changes in the industry and have worked with my apprentices to make sure that they are successful in achieving their goals.
“I have a real life-long passion for my trade and supporting my industry. Passing my skills and experience to the students is my way of leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation of bricklayers and tutors which I have hopefully inspired.”
Antoinette Lythgoe, Chief Financial Officer and Interim CEO at Stoke on Trent College, added: “Rob is a long-serving member of staff, who has a real passion for working with apprentices and has helped countless students secure apprenticeships in the bricklaying industry. This commendation is richly deserved.”
The awards ceremony, held in Manchester, saw further education providers and students past and present compete for 11 awards.
Former Stoke on Trent College student Robbie Fereday, was also shortlisted for the Level 2 Construction Apprentice of the Year.
