TRAVEL and tourism students at a Warrington college have been inspired in their career options after a visit from former student who is now living his dream by working as part of EasyJet’s cabin crew.

Ryan Waterworth, who completed the level 3 diploma in aviation operations at Warrington and Vale Royal College, spoke to students about his career so far and shared industry tips to help current students.

The former Penketh High school pupil first secured work within the airline industry in 2016, when he became a passenger service agent with Menzies Aviation.

Menzies provides passenger, ramp and cargo handling services to a number of airlines worldwide – including EasyJet – giving Ryan the first step he needed towards his dream job.

The 18-year-old said: “As soon as I started the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College, I knew I wanted to be cabin crew and now thanks to that, I’m working at EasyJet, travelling at 38,000 ft and seeing the world.

“Working for EasyJet is fantastic – they are such an outstanding and professional company.”

This is the second time Ryan has visited his former college to pass on his industry experience.

Ryan added: “Without my time at Warrington & Vale Royal College, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Without my time here, I wouldn’t have known what to say or what to do in the interviews. The course has helped me so much and gave me such a great head start in the industry."

Current student Keely-Ann Valentine, who is also studying aviation operations, said: “Ryan’s talk was really inspiring, and it’s made me want to go on and secure a job with EasyJet, which is something I hadn’t thought of before.”

Course leader and lecturer in aviation and travel and tourism, Scott Grime, added: “It is great to have Ryan share his experiences with our students.

"They are now at the same stage that he was just a few years ago and the tips and advice he has given them will further enhance the skills and knowledge they are gaining during their lessons and help them to go forward and secure their dream jobs too."