Member of the Board, NEC

TimBennett- Hart

Member of the Board

Tim Bennett-Hart is the CEO of the RSL, a specialist education body for the creative arts. RSL, which operates in over 50 countries, offers graded and vocational qualifications for music, dance, and creative digital disciplines. He was appointed CEO in 2022, after joining the company in 2018 as Academic Director.

 

 

Tim Bennett-Hart - Member of the board, NEC
Diverse background

Commercial songwriter

Prior to his time at RSL, Bennett-Hart had a diverse career that included working as a commercial songwriter and an academic at the University of Sussex, before transitioning into vocational creative education.

Credentials and associations

Federation of Awarding Bodies

 In addition to his role at RSL, he serves as a non-executive director on the board of the Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB), which represents the UK’s qualifications and assessments industry.

Articles and Insights by NEC

A selection of NEC representative students

NEC Learning & Support Week 2025 – Discover How NEC Can Help You Achieve Your Learning Goals

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My Journey as a Private Candidate: How I Achieved a GCSE in One Year With NEC – Lauren’s Story

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Upcoming Webinar: Belonging – Supporting Young People to Thrive in Education and Beyond

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Art, Identity, and Belonging: Why History of Art Matters Today

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A New Chapter for NEC: New Courses, New Website, Enhanced Learning Platform and New Leadership

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Webinar with the University of East Anglia: Applying to University

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NEC at the Festival of Education: Shaping the Future of Inclusive Learning

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Webinar with Artswork: The Power of Creativity – Opening the Doors to Meaningful Careers

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Bursaries available to study A level Classical Civilisation with NEC

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Exploring School Attendance Challenges: A Podcast Discussion

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Izzy is studying for an A level with NEC at the same time as pursuing a career in musical theatre.

Balancing an A level with My Passion for Dance

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Passion and Academics: How Izzy Balances Full-time Musical Theatre Studies with Studying A level Physics

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How NEC Helped Kari’s Son Niko to Continue his A level Studies Despite Long-Term Illness

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Embracing a New Path: Jill’s Journey from Online Learning to Career Success in Art History

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A young student in a red T-shirt is deeply focused on reading a black hardback book with a crest on the front. He stands in front of a blue curtain, beside a bookshelf filled with books. The scene reflects concentration, curiosity, and a love for literature.

How Toby Found a Perfect Fit for His Passion: Online A level English Literature with NEC

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