Contact the Centre for Work and Learning

Viki Faulkner, Director
Viki joined as Director of the Sussex Learning Network in June 2009. She has overall responsibility for the work of the SLN, which incorporates the Centre for Work and Learning employer engagement project, the Sussex Vocational Progression Accord, and the Learning at Work Information Service. Prior to joining the SLN, Viki worked for the Kent and Medway LLN based at the University of Greenwich, Chatham Maritime. She was responsible for the development and implementation of the Kent and Medway Progression Accord and Progression Agreement Framework and for leading the strands of work on CPD, work based learning, and APEL. With a strong background in FE and work based learning, Viki worked for 10 years at an FE college, initially combining this with work for a large independent training provider and latterly as Head of School and HE coordinator. She has developed a number of new Foundation Degree programmes focused around the Education, Early Years and Care sector and is still actively involved with the Quality Assurance Agency, where she is regularly involved as an IQER Reviewer. Viki’s research interests are in the fields of: HE in FE, Work Based Learning and employer engagement at the FE:HE interface.

E: v.j.faulkner@brighton.ac.uk T: 01273 641 092

Adam Stewart, Network Manager
Adam's areas of responsibility include managing the SLN's financial infrastructure, managing and developing the SLN's communications strategy, and the provision of administrative support. Prior to taking on the role of Network Manager, Adam worked as the SLN Administrative Assistant. Before joining the SLN, Adam managed a Rail Union Learning project, promoting learning opportunities among non-traditional learners.