Date started at MPCT 2014 Experience

Andrew’s time in education started after A Levels where he studied at University to achieve a degree in Design in 2005. This gave him the opportunity to work for a company designing resources and posters for schools in all curriculum subjects. Shortly after this, Andrew followed his ambition to be part of the military where he joined the Royal Engineers. This gave him many opportunities to travel and gain practical skills, whilst also experiencing many positive challenges and personal growth through a military lifestyle.

After six years in the military, Andrew decided to pursue a career back in education where he completed my PGCE Secondary in Design and Technology which allowed me to combine the experiences of his degree and practical skills from the Royal Engineers.

Andrew joined the MPCT Team in 2014 and progressed from Training Instructor to Head of Schools. His current position allows Andrew to continue to train and learn from new instructors, whilst shaping the Military Preparation School curriculum to engage and develop pre-16 learner’s employability skills and fitness whilst enhancing school curriculums around the UK.

Date started at MPCT August 2021 Experience

I joined the army in December 2014 at 17 years of age after passing the CIC (Combatmans infantry course), serving 7 years in The Mercian Regiment. During that time, I completed my AAPTI course, I completed my NCO Course and RIGS course (gunnery instructor). The last two years I have spent as a PTI an section commander at a phase one establishment.

I served on two operational tours, one being op orbital (Ukraine) and the other being op cabrit (Estonia), as well as other overseas exercises in Canada, Falkland’s, Oman, Lithuania and small exercises in the UK.

I decided to leave the Army because I wanted to set myself a new challenge which focuses more on the teaching role, therefore seeking a great opportunity in MPCT. As I’ve already taught as in instructor at phase one, I am up to date with the modern combat military syllabus. This enables me to pass down many years’ experience and knowledge to a younger generation.

In my spare time, I am a gym enthusiast an also like boxing. I boxed in the army an gained my level 2 coach England boxing certificate. Also, I like going to my old MMA gym back in Liverpool.

I also love spending time with my family and friends going for meals and having a few social drinks.