Digital Insight Hub Mentoring

Holly Hunt is a dedicated EdTech leader with a decade of experience driving digital innovation at her college. Her unique career path began as a student Volunteer Digital Leader during a creative media apprenticeship, giving her a profound, "roots-up" understanding of the learner experience. Now, as the Learning Technologist Team Leader, she works strategically with the Head of and Director of Teaching, Learning, Digital and Quality to embed digital excellence across the curriculum. Beyond her internal role, Holly provides strategic coaching to external schools and colleges, with a particular passion for helping new educational providers build their digital infrastructure from the ground up.

Expertise and specialisms: 

• Institutional digital transformation: 10 years of experience driving digital adoption and culture change within the college.
• AI and advanced edTech: Specialist support for Google Workspace (inc Gemini & NotebookLM), Wayground, Canva and Adobe.
• Creative instructional design: Leveraging a Graphic Design background to enhance digital content (Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva) and worked to design internal systems for student progression monitoring.
• Digital wellbeing and reputation: Coaching for staff and students on maintaining a professional and healthy digital presence.
• Strategic coaching: Supporting external schools and educational providers in establishing digital foundations and "start-up" infrastructure.
• Accessible learning: Implementation of tools like Read & Write, Wayground & built in system tools to support diverse learner needs.

I lead the Teaching, Learning, and Digital team at BCoT, where I oversee our innovative digital support, Education and Training courses, and our expert Learning Coaches. With a background in teaching Media and 10 years specialising in EdTech, my work focuses on creating impactful, future-ready learning experiences through empathy and deliberate technology use for all subjects.

My ‘Why’ is to empower educators with confidence, capability, and connection through empathy, technology, and coaching, so that they can create more engaging experiences for their students. I have delivered AI training to over 4,200 professionals across the UK and Estonia and serve on the DfE’s EdTech Evidence Board. Under my leadership, our team has secured national recognition, including the 2018 TES FE Award and the 2024 Google Impact Award. I am committed to supporting peers in navigating the complexities of digital adoption, ensuring that technology serves to enhance the human element of education rather than replace it.

Expertise and specialisms: 

• Teacher workload reduction: Utilising EdTech to streamline administrative tasks, saving educators an average of five hours per week.
• Generative AI integration: Training over 5,000 educators in prompt engineering and ethical AI implementation.
• Coaching and staff development: Leading a team of expert Learning Coaches to upskill staff through empathetic, observation-based feedback.
• Digital strategy: Developing institution-wide frameworks that align technology with pedagogy and industry needs.
• Authentic assessment: Moving beyond traditional methods to incorporate podcasting, video creation, and project-based learning.

Kelly leads on Quality at Harlow College, with a particular focus on TLA and the role of digital innovation in improving the learner experience. Kelly is passionate about creating learning environments where great teaching, innovation and technology work together to give every learner the best possible experience.

Kelly believes digital innovation is most powerful when it starts with a clear understanding of the learner and the teaching challenge, rather than with the technology itself. Her work has centred on building staff confidence and capability, encouraging curiosity and experimentation, and helping colleagues use technology deliberately to enhance TLA.

Kelly led Harlow’s digital journey through its long-standing 1:1 iPad model, Apple Distinguished School recognition, the development of our Digital 15 toolkit and the growth of digital leadership. More recently, her work has focused on AI, immersive technologies and digital assessment, while ensuring that innovation remains purposeful, inclusive and grounded in sound pedagogy.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Teaching, Learning and Assessment: Leading improvement in teaching, learning and assessment, with a strong focus on pedagogy, learner experience and outcomes.
• Digital transformation: Leading Harlow’s long-term digital journey, including our 1:1 iPad model, Digital 15 and Apple Distinguished School journey.
• AI and emerging technologies: Exploring and supporting the purposeful use of AI, immersive technologies and digital innovation to enhance teaching and learning.
• Inclusive teaching: Developing approaches that use pedagogy and technology to reduce barriers, increase engagement and support every learner to succeed.
• Staff development and leadership: Building staff confidence, capability and a culture where colleagues feel empowered to experiment, share practice and lead innovation.

As Digital Manager, Delta supports the College’s continued development as a digitally innovative organisation, helping to translate its digital vision into meaningful practice across teaching, learning and the wider learner experience.

With a strong focus on the practical application of technology in education, Delta works closely with staff to build confidence, develop digital capability and identify ways technology can enhance rather than complicate their practice. Her role sits at the heart of Harlow’s digital ecosystem, supporting colleagues to use digital tools effectively while exploring new opportunities for innovation.

A key part of Delta’s work is ensuring that technology works for people. Whether supporting the College’s 1:1 iPad environment, developing the Digital 15 toolkit, exploring AI and emerging technologies, or helping colleagues overcome digital challenges, her approach is grounded in collaboration, problem-solving and an understanding of the needs of teachers and learners.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Digital innovation: Supporting the effective implementation and use of digital technology across teaching, learning and the wider college environment.
• Digital confidence: Helping staff develop the skills and confidence to use technology effectively, creatively and purposefully.
• 1:1 iPad and Apple ecosystem: Supporting Harlow’s long-standing 1:1 iPad environment and Apple Distinguished School journey.
• Emerging technologies: Exploring AI and new digital tools, helping colleagues understand their potential and apply them meaningfully.
• Digital support and problem-solving: Working alongside staff to overcome digital challenges and turn technology into practical solutions that improve the experience of teachers and learners.

Rob Lea leads the college’s strategic and operational approach to digital teaching, learning, and AI adoption. He oversees the I>innovate programme, which has driven whole workforce digital development, raising capability across curriculum and professional services and positioning the college ahead of typical sector practice. Rob has developed structured digital pathways, mandatory AI training, and governance models that are now referenced externally as examples of effective strategic design. His work extends beyond the college, supporting other FE providers and community partners to embed emerging technologies into practice. With expertise spanning digital pedagogy, staff development, AI integration and organisational change, Rob plays a central role in shaping the college’s sector recognised digital maturity. 

Expertise and specialisms: 

•  Whole college digital strategy and capability development 
• AI in education implementation and staff training 
• I>innovate programme design, delivery and governance 
• Cross college digital culture building and upskilling 
• External collaboration and sector-facing digital leadership.

Sarah is a Digital Lead responsible for supporting staff in developing their digital confidence and embedding effective digital practice across curriculum areas. A key part of her role includes managing and maintaining the college’s core educational digital systems and virtual learning environments, ensuring they are reliable, accessible, and used to their full potential. Sarah provides guidance, training, and hands‑on support that helps educators make meaningful use of digital tools, platforms, and AI‑enhanced approaches. She plays an active role in delivering I>innovate pathways and contributes to strengthening consistent digital practice across the organisation. Her work enables departments to adopt technology in ways that improve teaching, learning, and student experience, supporting the college’s continued position as a sector‑leading digital institution.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Digital pedagogy and coaching
• Managing core educational digital systems and VLEs
• Supporting staff adoption of digital tools and platforms
• I>innovate programme delivery and digital CPD
• Embedding digital innovation across curriculum areas.

Dan is a Digital Lead specialising in enhancing digital practice across curriculum areas through tailored coaching, hands‑on modelling, and targeted CPD. With strong expertise in audio, video, and image production, Dan supports educators in creating high‑quality digital learning materials that enrich teaching, assessment, and learner engagement. He plays an active role in helping staff adopt AI and emerging education technologies, ensuring implementation is purposeful, accessible, and aligned with curriculum intent. As a licensed drone pilot, Dan brings innovative approaches to digital media, providing opportunities for departments to utilise aerial imaging, creative content, and industry‑aligned digital skills. His work strengthens the college’s digital capability and contributes to the continued advancement of high‑impact digital practice across the organisation.  Expertise and specialisms:  Curriculum focused digital enhancement  Staff coaching and digital CPD  Supporting adoption of AI and education technologies  Designing and modelling effective digital practice  Audio/Video/Image specialist  Drone pilot’s license.

Wes is a Digital Lead known for his extensive digital knowledge, supportive approach, and ability to build staff confidence in emerging technologies. As the lead for the Castleford Digital Pod, Wes provides hands‑on coaching to educators adopting new digital tools and supports departments in embedding technology‑enhanced practice across teaching and assessment. His expertise includes creating and applying VR and immersive learning experiences, as well as utilising drone technology to broaden curriculum delivery and innovative digital pedagogy. Wes plays a key role in I>innovate, guiding staff through award pathways, running targeted skill‑building sessions, and driving digital culture across the college. His work has a direct and widely acknowledged impact on staff digital confidence, learner engagement, and the overall maturity of the college’s digital ecosystem.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Running the Castleford Digital Pod
• Department‑wide support for digital tools and innovation
• Coaching staff new to digital platforms
• Supporting I>innovate pathways and targeted digital training
• Creating and using VR and Immersive Technologies
• Utilising Drone technology.

Scott is Chief Information, Data and Estates Officer for NCG. He has held senior management roles for over 25 years, including ten years at executive team and governor level with a particular focus on the higher and further education sectors. He also has private sector, local and central government experience and has worked in the UK, Singapore and New Zealand. The continuous themes visible throughout his career are building great teams with a commitment to excellence and leading organisations through digital transformation within challenging quality, compliance and resource constraints.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Digital and AI strategy 
• Transformation and organisational change
• Executive leadership and governance
• Building high-performing teams and cultures 
• Quality, compliance and risk management 
• Strategic planning and resource optimisation 
• Business transformation and continuous improvement 
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership working 
• Leading excellence in complex and challenging environments.

Rob Wraith is the Head of Learning Technology and Digital Learning at NCG, leading the strategic development and adoption of educational technology across one of the UK's largest college groups. In this role, he works closely with curriculum teams and senior leaders to enhance teaching, learning and assessment through innovative digital solutions, professional development and sector-leading practice. Rob has extensive experience in Further Education and is recognised for his work in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, Microsoft technologies, staff digital capability development and the effective use of educational technology to improve learner outcomes.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Digital learning strategy and transformation
• Artificial Intelligence in education
• Microsoft Copilot adoption and implementation
• Digital skills and capability development
• Virtual and Extended Reality (VR/XR) in education
• Change management and digital innovation
• Cross-college collaboration and communities of practice
• Sector engagement, research and policy development
• Digital safety, governance and responsible AI.

David Ledgerwood is a Business Systems Trainer within NCG's Professional Services team, specialising in digital skills development, business systems training, and technology adoption. He supports colleagues across the organisation to make the most of digital tools and systems.

As a mentor, David provides a supportive and collaborative environment where colleagues can explore new ideas, develop their digital capabilities, overcome challenges, and identify opportunities for professional growth. He is particularly interested in helping individuals improve their confidence with technology, enhance their ways of working, and achieve their personal and professional development goals.

David's mentoring approach is centred on listening, sharing practical experience, encouraging continuous learning, and helping mentees build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in an increasingly digital workplace.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Microsoft 365 productivity
• Accessibility and inclusive digital learning
• Digital transformation 
• Systems adoption 
• Staff development 
• Training design and delivery.

Darrell Muir is a Digital Learning Manager at NCG, supporting digital innovation, staff development, and technology-enhanced learning across seven further education colleges. With over 25 years of experience in education and a background in Computing, Darrell works closely with curriculum teams, leaders, and support staff to embed effective digital practices that improve teaching, learning, and the student experience.

She has supported a range of strategic initiatives including AI adoption, Microsoft Copilot implementation, digital skills development, immersive learning projects, and the creation of digital badge programmes that recognise and celebrate staff capability. Darrell is passionate about helping educators use technology in practical, purposeful ways and regularly delivers training, workshops, and presentations on AI, digital transformation, and educational technology. She is an active contributor to national EdTech networks and supports colleges in developing sustainable approaches to digital innovation.

Expertise and specialisms:

• Artificial Intelligence in further education
• Digital transformation strategy
• Teaching, learning and assessment technology
• Digital learning innovation
• Microsoft 365 for Education
• Immersive Learning and Extended Reality (XR/VR)
• Change management and technology adoption
• AI governance and responsible use of AI
• Digital leadership in further education.

Steve Wileman is Head of Digital Learning at South Staffordshire College and a recognised sector leader in AI adoption, digital governance, and practical transformation across further education. He specialises in helping colleges move from uncertainty to confident, compliant use of AI—particularly Microsoft Copilot—by translating complex data, policy, and technical considerations into clear, actionable frameworks. A Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert since 2023, Steve actively supports FE and sector partners nationally and internationally, enabling organisations to adopt AI safely, ethically, and at pace.

Expertise and specialisms:

• AI strategy and governance in FE – data protection, compliance, guardrails, and risk‑managed AI adoption
• AI policy development – co‑development of sector‑recognised AI policies with Jisc, designed for reuse and scalability
• Microsoft Copilot implementation – technical readiness, adoption planning, and workload‑reduction use cases
• Digital transformation leadership – moving organisations from pilot anxiety to confident, embedded practice.

Alison Fawdrey is a digital learning innovator, specialising in the practical and inclusive adoption of emerging technologies across further education. An early adopter of AI, AR, and VR, Alison has led large‑scale classroom implementation, staff CPD, and learner‑focused innovation—ensuring digital tools move beyond pilots into everyday practice. As a Microsoft Innovator Expert (2025) and Canva Canvasador (2025/26), she shares scalable, ethical, and accessible approaches to digital transformation with colleagues across the FE sector, supporting staff confidence, learner inclusion, and sustainable change

Expertise and specialisms:

• AI in further education – ethical use, policy development, staff CPD, learner guidance, and practical classroom workflows
• Inclusive digital practice – SEND‑focused AR and VR learning design, accessibility, and confidence‑building for high‑needs learners
• Immersive technologies – large‑scale VR classroom delivery, AR learning resources, and published lesson patterns
• Digital change and adoption – moving from pilot projects to embedded, repeatable practice.