Sarah's Profile
Job title
Lead Nurse for Education
Academic qualifications
MA Education, PGCert Education, PGCert Advancing Healthcare Practice, BSc (Hons) Advanced Professional Studies, DipHE Nursing
"My career has provided me with a broad, practical understanding of our industry - not only through direct clinical practice but also through teaching, clinical education, and regulatory work."
I teach on the Nursing course at UCB, focusing not just on foundational nursing topics but also on the leadership skills and critical transition phases needed for professional practice.
My career has provided me with a broad, practical understanding of our industry - not only through direct clinical practice but also through teaching, clinical education, and regulatory work. I completed the Aurora leadership programme for women (run by Advance HE), I’m a Recognised Senior Advisor with UKAT (United Kingdom Advising and Tutoring Association) and also registered as a teacher with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
My extensive experience gives me a unique ability to support students and professionals as they move from the classroom into healthcare jobs, ensuring every step is informed by current standards and hands-on experience. I’d like to stress that, despite popular opinion, real nursing is a million miles away from what you see on TV programmes such as Casualty!
My classes are known for being interactive, practical, and engaging. I strive to create a classroom environment where students feel safe to ask questions, express concerns, and participate in activities that make academic concepts relevant. I take great pleasure in seeing others progress and in witnessing growth in students and colleagues alike. For me, the most important skill (in life more generally as well as in nursing) is listening.
I encourage my students to make full use of the academic support on offer at UCB - we’re here to help students develop skills and also navigate any challenges effectively. I advise everyone to seize any opportunities to get involved with the student guild, as building connections can enrich both their academic and personal experience.
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy gardening and exploring Cornwall’s scenic walks, often accompanied by my two energetic dogs. I’m an avid reader, especially of fiction, and really enjoyed The Last of Us. I also find inspiration in podcasts such as The Education Burrito.