MidKent College

Sophie studied Childcare and Education from 2013 to 2015. During her course, she completed multiple placements, one of which led to a part-time job at a nursery that became full-time after she qualified. She spent seven years in the nursery sector, progressing to management and taking on roles such as SEND Coordinator and Childcare Representative. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Sophie decided to retrain and completed a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. Shortly after, she joined MidKent College - this time as a Teaching Assistant in the Foundation Department, where she has now worked for nearly five years. “You could say I’ve come full circle. I’m very thankful to the College, and I share my story with students to hopefully inspire them.” Sophie’s story is a great example of how college experiences can shape and support long-term career success.

Jack Ferris always saw each stage of his journey as a stepping stone, and for him, MidKent College was a crucial one. “It was my first introduction to working with likeminded individuals.” While studying Art & Graphic Design, Jack gained real-world experience through a live brief with MAD Creative, giving him his first taste of the professional design world. “They offered me a peek into the working world - this was because of MidKent.” That experience helped Jack discover which parts of the creative industry he loved most, shaping his path toward a successful career in the video game industry. “It helped me adjust my course and shape where and what I am today.”

MidKent College played a key role in shaping my personal and professional life. I struggled in school and didn’t know what I wanted to do, but through a discovery of customer service, I found my passion. After leaving college, I returned in 2019 as an apprentice in Customer Service Level 2 at the reception. It was here that I truly found my career path. I’ve now been working at MidKent College for nearly five years, with a brief break in between, and continue to thrive in something I love.