Despite being in full-time employment, Lyndsey Rossiter found herself needing a maths qualification to take the next step toward her goal of becoming a train driver for Avanti West Coast.
The solution? A maths course with Realise was recommended to her by Avanti.
Having left school 30 years ago, stepping back into a learning environment was a daunting prospect. Lyndsey recalls feeling “very nervous” on her first day, unsure of what to expect. However, the supportive atmosphere created by her tutor, Jenny, and the camaraderie among fellow learners quickly put her at ease.
Throughout the course, Lyndsey found herself enjoying not only the learning but also the interaction with her peers and Jenny’s teaching style. She describes Jenny as “very encouraging and positive,” always willing to go the extra mile to support her students. Whether it was checking answers with other tutors to ensure accuracy or providing extra guidance outside the classroom, Jenny’s approach made all the difference.
With her maths qualification in hand, Lyndsey is now fully equipped to pursue her new career as a train driver, having already passed all the necessary assessments and interviews, she is now ready to begin the formal training courses provided by Avanti. Reflecting on her journey, she says, “Without Jenny’s guidance and support, I honestly believe I wouldn’t have gained my qualification.”
Lyndsey is already paying it forward by encouraging her colleagues to consider taking up similar opportunities with Realise. “It was so simple to enrol and complete,” she explains, though she acknowledges the timing hasn’t been right for them just yet.
As she embarks on this exciting new chapter, Lyndsey is full of gratitude, saying, “Thank you to Realise for giving me the opportunity to complete my maths qualification, and a massive thank you to Jenny.”
Lyndsey Rossiter
Lyndsey’s story is a testament to the power of determination, the value of supportive learning, and the doors that education can open.
If you’ve been inspired by Lyndsey’s story and you’re ready to improve your skills, enrol on our Functional Skills Maths course today!
