James Swailes

Industry Based Learning Manager @Ara Institute Of Canterbury

Christchurch City, NZ

Industry‑Based Learning Manager focused on building practical, trusted connections between learners, employers, and education providers to support real‑world skill development and strong employment outcomes.My work centres on designing and leading work‑based learning models that respond to industry needs, build learner capability, and strengthen employer engagement. I work closely with tutors, programme teams, and industry partners to ensure learning is relevant, applied, and aligned with workforce demand, while keeping the learner experience front and centre.I bring experience across industry engagement, programme leadership, and operational delivery, with a hands‑on, pragmatic approach. I’m particularly motivated by supporting learners to build confidence, capability, and work‑readiness through meaningful workplace learning, mentoring, and applied assessment.Known for being approachable, practical, and solutions‑focused, I work best in environments built on collaboration, trust, and continuous improvement. I’m driven by seeing learners succeed in real workplaces and helping employers develop skilled, work‑ready people.

The University of Salford

BSC HONS, Psychology