CONEL Maths Specialist wins mentoring award at Canterbury Christ Church University

Reza Orak, a Maths Specialist at CONEL receives an award for Recognised Excellence in Mentoring in Initial Teacher Education at Canterbury Christ Church University’s Mentor Awards.

The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London’s (CONEL) Teacher Education team and their mentoring scheme have been recognised by the prestigious Canterbury Christ Church University.

Reza Orak, a Lecturer in Functional Skills – Maths within CONEL’s Health Care and Early Years department, received an award for Recognised Excellence in Mentoring in Initial Teacher Education at Canterbury Christ Church University’s Mentor Awards 2024.

The event, which took place on 11 July, was held at Canterbury Christ Church University where Reza attended along with his colleagues. Reza was nominated for the award because of his contribution to CONEL’s Teacher Education mentoring scheme. The award recognises his positive approach and supportive nature which has had a positive impact on those under his guidance. 

Reza has mentored trainee teachers for around eight years, with most of his mentees securing a position at the end of the training period. He participates in regular Continuing Professional Development sessions organised by Canterbury Christ Church University and has demonstrated a commitment to developing his mentoring skills to better support trainee teachers.

Reza said: “It has been a privilege. I studied at CONEL, trained at CONEL and now teach at CONEL. Now I want to develop and help teachers to flourish and teach.”  

David Bryan, a Health and Social Care Lecturer at CONEL, said: “The award could not have gone to a more deserving colleague who truly represents the college values. He demonstrated excellent mentoring and bringing much-needed people into FE teaching.”

Congratulations to Reza and the CONEL Teacher Education team on this great award!

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