I started my career in the ambulance service in 2003 as an Ambulance Technician, qualifying as a Paramedic in 2012.
I worked frontline within South Central Ambulance Service as both a Paramedic and Operational Team Leader until 2018, at which time I moved into the Training and Education directorate.
In 2020 I was offered a secondment opportunity as a Clinical Lecturer in Paramedic Practice with the University of Cumbria, teaching on the Paramedic Apprenticeship Programme, joining the University on a full-time basis in March 2021 as a Senior Lecturer supporting learners from the SWAST provision of the programme.
I recently completed a PGCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education which has inspired me to continue my development in teaching and education by commencing a Masters in Educational Professional Practice in October 2022.
To maintain my clinical practice, I work as a Paramedic covering events around the country. My overall aim is to combine my knowledge and experience in both education and clinical practice to enhance the student experience on the Apprenticeship Programme.
