Meet the Team

Hi, I’m Sam and I work as a tutor/assessor for Next Level training. I’ve been doing this type of job for almost 10 years now, delivering and teaching various courses throughout this time. I’ve lived in Bristol all my life and don’t intend on leaving…why would you? I live with my wife, 2 daughters and I have a Romanian rescue dog. My hobbies include walking the dog, bike rides and playing football whenever possible.

Nickname: Nets

My goal for this year: My work goal is to simply do a great job. My personal goal is to just be a great dad.

Most interesting fact: I was involved once in saving the life of a swimming who had a heart attack.

Favourite film: I do love a film…Anything from Disney (because you can’t go wrong) to Saving Private Ryan, LOTR, DC, Marvel

Hello, I’m Sadia. I’m one of the tutors at Next Level training and I deliver the teaching on the Level 3 Digital Marketer Apprenticeship. Before teaching, I worked in marketing for some major blue-chip national companies including Unilever and Sony BMG.

Nickname: Sads

My goal for this year: To be more present in the moment and not worry about yesterday or tomorrow!

My most interesting fact: I used to work for Sony BMG music and often had to have marketing meetings with Simon Cowell. And yes, he still wore his trousers high even back then!

Favourite film: Anything by Quentin Tarantino, The Cohen Brothers and Luc Besson (The Big Blue and Leon are some favs!)

I head up recruitment for Next Level and will be the first point of call for any applicants looking to start an apprenticeship with us. I enjoy going to the pub, trying all the incredible food places in Bristol, cycling and comedy nights.

Nickname: is actually Ellie!

My goal for this year: Is to reconnect with myself – self-care! I am making time for good sleep, positive mental and physical health, time for hobbies and interests and seeing those people I love ….pampering and prosecco also included.

My most interesting fact: I play both the flute and saxophone and have travelled Europe as part of an Orchestra

Favourite film: District 9, Without a Paddle, Bridget Jones’ Diary, or anything with Adam Sandler

I am Divisional Director and work alongside a truly talented and enthusiastic team.

Nickname: Cinders, not sure where that came from.

My goal for this year:  to play the guitar, taking lessons badly at the moment!!

My most interesting fact: I love to travel and my best experience was when I was younger and went on safari at Krugar National Park South Africa AMAZING….

Favourite film: All-time Best “pretty Woman” and then golden oldies Gone with the Wind and Quiet Man….

Hi, I’m Claire.  I’ve been involved with Work-Based Learning for more than 15 years and have a real passion for helping people achieve their career goals.  I trained as a primary school teacher but quickly realised that educating the little ones just wasn’t for me!  I live in Bristol with my husband and 2 cats (although we’d love to have a dog) and when I’m not at work you’ll usually find me near the sea in my campervan.

Nickname:  Tabs (not very exciting, just an abbreviation of my maiden name).

Goal for the year:  To push outside of my comfort zone, just a little bit.

Most interesting fact:  I’m a keen amateur musician and I’ve played in brass bands since I was 8.  Music has taken me all over the UK and Europe and I’d be utterly lost without it.

Favourite film:  I suppose you’d expect me to say Brassed Off, but to be honest I don’t enjoy watching films – I’d rather be doing something myself than watching other people do it!

My name is Annie and I am originally from Clevedon. I love travelling and trying all sorts of new foods from around the world. 

Nickname: Annie is my nickname, but some of my close friends call me Skywalker because my real name is similar to Anakin. 

My goal for this year: To get more of my house decorated!

My most interesting fact: I used to work in China, and I almost always sneeze six times in a row.

 Favourite film: Any of the Harry Potter Films, or Burlesque!

My name is Kate, I am the Director of Next Level Training who is lucky enough to work with and steer this wonderful team!! I enjoy all social activities and any time spent with my slightly crazy family.

Nickname: Widge –  My maiden name Widger will never leave me!

My goal for this year: To lose the 2 stone I feel like I put on in lockdown (too much food and prosecco)!! And of course to make more memories with my boys!

My most interesting fact: I used to work as a holiday rep and have been lucky enough to spend a couple of years in Austria, Spain and Greece

Favourite film: The Wizard of Oz, Calamity Jane, The Wedding Singer! I’m a sucker for a musical!!

My name is Jordan and I work for Reflections Training Academy & Next Level. I am the Bristol Lead Health & Safety Officer as well as Bristol Lead IT Support. I am always happy to lend a helping hand when and where I can! In my personal time, I enjoy playing guitar for my band and touring around, growing various plants in my house and looking after my lizard babies.

Nickname: Jay, Jord

My goal for this year: To be able to get back on tour again and also travel a bit more once Covid is over!

My most interesting fact: Other than playing guitar, I have many random tattoos, including my singers name on my ankle! I’m not that interesting!

Favourite film: either Fight Club or Pulp Fiction