Our team is made up of friendly, dedicated individuals who genuinely care about helping students grow and succeed. We believe learning should be supportive, engaging, and confidence-building. By working closely together, we create a welcoming environment where every learner feels encouraged, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Callum Thompson
Managing Director
I’m an education leader with over 15 years of experience and currently serve as CEO of the Fast Forward Group, the UK’s largest Alternative Provision provider, operating across 37 centres nationwide.
My background includes health and safety, engineering, and senior educational leadership. I combine strategic direction with strong operational management, alongside a thorough understanding of vocational and alternative education. This enables me to ensure effective governance, maintain high standards, and drive positive outcomes for learners.
Jack Thompson
Finance Director
I have over 10 years of experience in education and currently serve as Finance Director for the Fast Forward Group, the UK’s largest Alternative Provision provider, operating across 37 centres nationwide.
My professional background spans finance, business management, and educational leadership. I bring extensive expertise in budgeting, financial planning, resource allocation, and long-term financial strategy. Alongside this, I have a strong understanding of vocational and alternative education settings, ensuring that financial decision-making is aligned with educational priorities, operational effectiveness, and long-term business viability and sustainability.
Nick Thompson
Head of Alternative Provision
I have over 15 years of experience working across a range of educational roles and currently serve as Operations Manager and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) at Fast Forward.
I have developed a strong understanding of high-quality teaching, inclusive practice, and operational leadership. I am particularly experienced in implementing differentiated learning strategies that meet the diverse needs of learners, ensuring every young person can access and succeed in education.
I also have extensive knowledge of statutory SEND requirements and safeguarding responsibilities. My role combines strategic oversight with day-to-day operational management, helping to maintain high standards, strengthen practice, and promote positive outcomes for all learners.
Amber Oetegenn
DSL and Attendance Officer
As the Designated Safeguarding Lead and Attendance Officer across all UK sites, I am committed to ensuring every student is safe, supported, and able to fully engage with their education. I work closely with children who are missing in education and support those who may face challenges in returning to learning. Part of my role is to ensure all staff are fully trained in safeguarding, creating a safe and nurturing environment for everyone. I am passionate about helping students feel heard, valued, and motivated, and I take pride in supporting them to overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
Jodie-Leigh Winter-Brook
Lead Placement Co-ordinator
I am the Lead Placement Coordinator at Fast Forward Vocational Training, supporting learners with SEND to access meaningful opportunities that support their personal, educational, and career development. With three years of professional experience supporting learners, families, and partner organisations, I work collaboratively to ensure young people receive the guidance and opportunities they need to build confidence, develop independence, and achieve positive outcomes.
I am passionate about supporting young people to recognise their strengths, develop essential skills, and progress towards greater independence and a positive future. I am committed to helping learners overcome barriers, build confidence, and access opportunities that enable them to reach their full potential.
Adam Naylor
Quality and Curriculum Co-Ordinator
I am an experienced teacher and leader within education, with a passion for helping every learner recognise and achieve their potential. My work spans teaching, curriculum leadership and quality, with a particular focus on creating inclusive learning experiences that build confidence, resilience and independence.
Alongside my professional role, I am undertaking a doctorate in Education, exploring how we can improve educational experiences and outcomes for learners. I believe every learner deserves the right support, encouragement and opportunity to succeed, regardless of their starting point.
Michelle Harrison
Post-16 Placement Co-Ordinator
As the Post-16 Placement Coordinator at Fast Forward Vocational Training, I support learners as they take the next step in their education and prepare for adulthood, further education and employment.
Having previously looked after placements across the North and South of the country, I have really enjoyed building strong relationships with schools, colleges and other organisations. I am particularly looking forward to supporting learners as they progress from our pre-16 provision into Post-16, helping them build confidence, independence and the skills they need for their future.
Annabelle Corccoran
Placement Co-Ordinator
I have been working at Fast Forward for over two years and enjoy keeping busy while maintaining strong attention to detail. One of the aspects I value most in my role is connecting with different schools to share information about our provision and the opportunities we offer young people. My area covers London and the surrounding regions, where I work closely with schools to help secure placements for students, supporting their engagement, progress, and positive outcomes.
Kylie Dunlin
Placement Co-Ordinator
I am the Placement Coordinator for the Central Region, working closely with schools to support students with EHCPs and those who may be disengaged from mainstream education, ensuring students are placed on courses that best meet their individual needs and are accessible within their local area.
I am passionate about helping students re-engage with learning and achieve positive, lasting outcomes. I especially enjoy hearing feedback from our instructors about how well students are progressing, particularly when they are thriving on the motor vehicle course, building friendships, re-engaging with education, and improving their attendance.
Tonisha Johnson
Placement Co-Ordinator
I am the South Placement Coordinator for Fast Forward Vocational Training, supporting young people by ensuring they have access to positive and supportive learning opportunities outside of mainstream education. I work to connect young people with suitable placements where they can develop their skills, confidence and experience in an environment that meets their individual needs.
Georgia Morfitt
Placement Co-Ordinator
I am the Placement Coordinator for the North at Fast Forward Vocational Training, supporting students to access placements that meet their individual needs. Previously, I worked as the Placement Coordinator for Hull, where I developed valuable experience supporting students and building strong relationships with education providers and professionals. Throughout my career, I have worked closely with students from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds, helping them overcome barriers and access the right support and opportunities. My background in social work has given me a strong understanding of safeguarding, pastoral support and the challenges young people may face. I am passionate about advocating for students and using my experience to help them achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.