Warren Thomas

Warren joined GET in November 2017 as the Operations Director , becoming CEO of the Gloucestershire based provider in September 2021 leading them to an Ofsted Good rating during their inspection in 2023. He brings with him over 28 years’ experience working in the world of Apprenticeships and Awarding organisations.

Warren spent his early years in the military, then progressing to manage the work-based training department for a South Wales FE college. More recently Warren’s role prior to joining GET was spent working for an Engineering and Manufacturing Awarding Organisation for over 10 years, working closely with employers and providers developing qualifications and training packages to support apprenticeships. Warren spent several years working with several trailblazer groups developing the current apprenticeship standards being delivered throughout England. During his career he has engaged with several government initiatives including the development of the T levels for the Engineering manufacturing route.

Warren is a board member for a local building services training provider and most recently a board member of GTA England.