1.Could you tell us your name and your job title?  

Jamie Thompson – Outreach Coordinator 

2. Could you tell us about your background?

I went to school at Tadcaster Grammar School, college at York College and University at Northumbria. I studied Sport Coaching at college and University as sport is my main interest. 

3. What are you looking forward to in this role?

I am most looking forward to working with my colleagues and the young people I will be making a difference to. 

4. What one piece of advice would you give to someone looking at their future education?  

Do not worry if things do not turn out how you may have planned, plans can change, and you may find yourself where you want to be anyway. 

5. What is your favourite film or book?  

My favourite film is Black Panther. 

 6. If you were an animal, what type of animal do you think you’d be?  

Giraffe. 

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