Engineering – Thomas
My experience at Rotherham College has been incredible! Every day I learn something new, and my time here has presented me with opportunities like never before.
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Adult Learner – Joel
Joel recently spoke with us about his journey at the RNN Group as an adult learner, studying on a Joinery course.
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Engineering – Kayla
"I would tell any girl considering engineering to do it without any apprehension about it being a masculine vocation, since we live in a society where masculinity is the default, simply being a girl, no matter how one presents themselves, is a credit to femininity itself."
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ESOL – Luke
Luke has made leaps and bounds in his career since starting his educational journey with us at Rotherham College.
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Engineering – Jayden
Jayden received exemplary feedback from his employers which resulted in his work experience being extended further.
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Games Animation – Chad
Chad made outstanding progress throughout his programme both academically and personally, he is now set to begin his higher education journey at University Centre Rotherham.
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Access to HE: Health Science Professions – Amana
With the knowledge and skills learned from the College and the newly gained confidence from the Adult Careers coaching, Amana is all set to pursue her Health Professional course in Higher Education
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Dawn – Adult Learner
From being made redundant to starting up her own blossoming business, the RNN Group has changed Dawn O’Hara’s life.
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Engineering – Niall
Niall Greensmith was nominated for the Outstanding Apprentice award in Manufacturing by his employer Pattinson Brothers, part of Europa Engineering Ltd.
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Construction – Emma
Ellie Rose completed her Level 3 in Brickwork at the College and is now a Brickwork Technician where she supports Construction students with their projects.
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Computing – James
James is a Computing and Digital student who has progressed from Level 3 to a Higher Education course in Computing and Systems Development.
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Learning and Development – Diane
To gain valuable coaching training to help support the development of staff wellbeing, HR Officer Diane is doing a Learning and Development apprenticeship.
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Computing – Gregor
Gregor Milligan is a Computing and Digital student that has progressed from Level 3 Computing to a degree in Computing and Systems Development
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Accounting – David Hodgson
David chose to study a Level 2 and Level 3 course in Accountancy and has now secured his first accountancy role as Assistant Accountant for Inspire Trust.
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Games Animation – Helen and Ellie
Helen Andrzejowska and Ellie Brown are former Games Animation students studying at Rotherham College, who have since leaving their Games Design degree at university grown their young business Ocean Spark Studios, video game development studio based in Huddersfield, Yorkshire.
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Engineering – Patrick
Former Engineering student Patrick O’Connor studied a Level 3 course in Manufacturing Engineering followed by a HNC in Mechanical Engineering, both at Rotherham College. Patrick is now an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at Nikken Kosakusho Europe, a manufacturer of tool holders and attachments based at the Advanced Manufacturing Park in Rotherham.
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Travel and Tourism – Chris
Former student Chris Harcombe studied a Level 3 course in Travel and Tourism. Chris is now the Aviation Development Director for Doncaster Sheffield Airport, part of the senior management team at Doncaster Sheffield Airport and responsible for growing the business from an aviation perspective.
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Performing Arts – Laura
Former student Laura Judge studied a Level 3 course in Performing Arts. Laura has since built an impressive career as an actress – with numerous roles in theatre, film and television – as well as teaching drama for a casting agency and launching her own theatre and education company.
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Construction – Joel Wade
Joel chose to study Furniture Craft Level 1, 2 and 3, as well as Site Joinery and also progressed on to become a Woodwork Technician for a period of time.
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Performing Arts – Ellie-Mae Royal
Ellie-Mae first found her feet on the Performing Arts Dance course and has since completed a degree in the area, now studying for her PGCE at University Centre Rotherham (UCR).
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Construction – Ellie Rose Tizard
Ellie Rose completed her Level 3 in Brickwork at the College and is now a Brickwork Technician where she supports Construction students with their projects.
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ESOL – Badriya Mohammed
Badriya Mohammed, mother of three came to the UK in 2005 not knowing any English however since starting the ESOL course has become more confident in herself and her ability to communicate with others.
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ESOL – Mansour Shishehgarzadeh
When arriving from his home country, Iran, Mansour found it tough to find employment however after improving his English through the ESOL course he is now more confident in communicating with others and has since secured employment.
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Art and Design – Emma Scully
After encountering a career-ending injury, Emma refocused her energy and discovered a new passion and, with a little help from the tutors at Rotherham College, she’s now very excited for what’s to come.
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Maths and English – Magdalena Marnowska
After some big changes in her life, Magdalena chose to take a leap and improve her career prospects by studying Maths and English part-time alongside her current job at Aldi.
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Hair and Beauty – Jade Walton
After working in jobs she had little interest in for many years, Jade, aged 30, decided to return to College to pursue something she was truly passionate about.
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Hair and Beauty – Jessica Bloor
Ever since a young age, Karolina realised that a career in hairdressing was something for her and decided to apply for an apprenticeship.
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Hair and Beauty – Joanne Redfearne
Joanne had worked in retail for many years, but when the pandemic struck and affected her working hours she had to rethink her career options. She joined the Level 2 Beauty course last year and hasn’t looked back ever since.
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Hairdressing Apprentice – Karolina Lewandowska
Ever since a young age, Karolina realised that a career in hairdressing was something for her and decided to apply for an apprenticeship.
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Media Make-up- Jessie Roberts
After GCSE's, Jessie was unsure on what route to go down. After experimenting with makeup during lockdown, they decided to study Media Make-up at college.
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