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Matthew Bennett

Hi. I'm Matthew Bennett. I have been an educator for 13 years now and presently work for Pearson as a Technical Trainer on IT courses including Microsoft, CompTIA and other vendors. I am currently working on Windows 8, Server 2012 and Virtualisation training. I am also developing training materials for HTML5, JQuery and Oracle Java.


Hi. I'm Matthew Bennett. My personal goal: To develop an advanced appication in graphics imaging (film colourisation using AI). I am currently also developing my existing skills and to embrace future technologies as a Microsoft Partner and Trainer. RGB = J value x 3 YUV /= RGB! Dislikes: Coat Hangers + Musicals

Matthew Bennett's Background

Matthew Bennett's Experience

Owner at MBIT Training

2011 - May 2012

A non-commercial IT provider located within Worcester designed to offer support, advice and guidance for people looking to enter the workplace and have an interest in ICT.

Institute for Colourisation at Institute for Colourisation

January 2005 - January 2012

A philanthropic charity set up to enhance public awareness in the area of research for colourisation.

Computing Tutor at Gloucestershire College

November 2006 - February 2010

Tutor for the BTEC and NVQ Computing courses.

Course Leader at BTEC Interactive Games Design

November 2006 - February 2010

Quality Systems (to September 2009). Course Leadership responsibility for a programme containing approx 50 learners. Effective team leadership and communication skills An excellent tutor, to Grade 1 standard. Supporting the college Quality department on the usage of Centralised IT systems I have developed for the college to track Marking and Tracking data for all BTEC programmes. Supporting the internal inspection process as an inspector. Successfully meeting all targets within deadlines in a pressurised environment. Successfully documented teaching materials whilst ensuring technical accuracy and implementing technical language translation requirements. Development of bespoke teaching materials for all programmes. Organised and delivered classroom teaching based on group requirements to up to 300 students across the department. Integrated well within a team environment, appropriately organising the workload effectively to meet daily deadlines. Established and maintained new learning initiatives. Network management responsibilities, managing a suite of 100+ PCs.

Quality Manager at Gloucestershire College

November 2006 - January 2010

Quality Manager and a member of the internal inspection team. Delivered in-staff training on VLE usage, Sharepoint and also specific training on the college BTEC Marking and Tracking system. Systems software trainer to middle-management on the use of Covalent Project tracking systems.

Project Officer, Researcher at British Educational Communications and Technology Agency

March 2006 - November 2006

Project Officer for the "FERL" and "ACLearn" website working in the Learning and Teaching Directorate. Successfully meeting all targets within deadlines Successfully researched and prepared report materials and case studies as part of the content for use within the education sector nationally Successfully researched blue-sky projects and raised awareness of issues concerning Identity Management and Data Protection for reports to DfES Was a contributor in the company's Change Management development due to incorporation of skills into a variety of project across the company. Chair of the Post-16 Leitch Report research committee.

Project Officer at British Educational Communications and Technology Agency

March 2006 - November 2006

Project Officer on the "Learning and Skills Web" gateway website project. (This now forms part of the LSIS Excellence Gateway) Supported a team of 8 including programming and Network Security specialists supporting from Sungard Vivista. Content creation for the website. Forum management Creation and configuration of XML and RSS site connectors.

Exams Officer, ICT Tutor at Redditch Training Centre

September 2004 - March 2006

Successfully meeting all targets within deadlines in a pressurised environment. Successfully documented teaching materials whilst ensuring technical accuracy and implementing technical language translation requirements. Development of bespoke teaching materials for all programmes. Organised and delivered classroom teaching based on group requirements. Integrated well within a team environment, appropriately organising the workload effectively to meet daily deadlines. Established and maintained new learning initiatives. Network management responsibilities, managing a suite of 100+ PCs.

IT Consultant at Brooklands Grange Hotel and Restaurant

January 2002 - August 2004

IT support, Network and PC upgrades, website updates (for old site), Sage Accounts.

Teacher of ICT at President Kennedy School

October 2000 - July 2004

ICT Teacher - AVCE, GNVQ and A-level programmes. Course Leader for AVCE. Link SEN Teacher for the ICT Dept. Post-16 Form Tutor. Some Careers advice and guidance. UCAS applications advisor. Also worked closely on charity and fundraising events, also other pastoral activities undertaken by the Post-16 team.

ICT Trainer at Coundon Court School

August 2001 - August 2003

Effectively prioritised a broad range of responsibilities to consistently meet tight deadlines. Demonstrated success in surpassing productivity and performance objectives. Developed and coordinated all aspects of training. Created new training materials which were incorporated as school's standard training manual. Designed and formulated official training materials.

Owner/Director at Actar Multimedia

May 1999 - August 2001

Managed and directed overall sales and marketing operations for the company. Responsible for strategic planning and development of integrated sales, marketing, business development campaigns targeted to consumers. Developed innovative marketing and business strategies and plans to maximise growth and profitability, expand market penetration and accomplish mission of company. Managed, analysed and projected budget for operating expenditures. Analysed budget variances and initiated appropriate guidelines to more aggressively control expenditures. Supervised areas of quality control and reviewed services and products to ensure the highest quality and compliance with standards and regulations. Continuously established and maintained an exemplary network of business associates as a result of extensive interaction and strong communication skills. Responsible for managing new business development and strategic planning to maximise growth and profitability.

Adult Learning Trainer at Stoke Park School

March 2000 - April 2001

CLAIT, Dreamweaver and Bitesize ICT Adult Education tutor.

IT Consultant at Lantra

July 1999 - September 1999

Website redesign (old site), staff training of Adobe products

Retail Manager at National Amusements

October 1997 - April 1999

Front-of-house manager, Later management of the Projection team.

Technical Trainer at Pearson in Practice

February 2010

After over 2 years at Zenos IT, an organisation originating from Xerox and RAF staff to over 500 dedicated and enthusiastic professionals, Pearson now manage and own something very special. PIP is a world leader in providing Technical Training across the spectrum of requirements specilaising in IT Commercial Training.

Matthew Bennett's Education

Gloucestershire University + Gloucestershire College

2008 – 2009

Postgraduate - NVQ level 7 Advanced Diploma


Worcester College of Technology

2005 – 2005

European Computer Driving Licence

Concentration: ICT


Bournemouth University

1999 – 2001

Postgraduate Diploma

Concentration: Sound Design for the Moving Image


Glamorgan University

1994 – 1997

BA (Hons)

Concentration: Humanities


Bablake School

1987 – 1994

Stoke Park School

1985 – 1987

Matthew Bennett's Interests & Activities

I am a family-oriented man, but also support my local church, St Paul's AoG. I am also a School Governor for the Nunnery Wood High School, Worcester. I am also engaged with supporting local projects and causes to raise awareness and to build up the local IT community.

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