I have worked within the Higher Education sector for the last 7 years, with the last 4 years working within student recruitment. I currently oversee our schools and colleges engagement offer, as well as our on-campus events, including Open Days and Offer Holder Days. I have worked closely with the Essex Pathways department to support them in raising awareness of the existence of Foundation Years as an option for students, the reason they might choose to undertake one, and the benefits to students who complete one.