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Wirral Met Celebrates 2024/25 Further Education Awards at the Floral Pavilion

At Wirral Met College, we were proud to host our annual Further Education Awards Ceremony on Thursday 3rd July 2025 at the Floral Pavilion in New Brighton.

This special evening gave us the opportunity to celebrate the incredible achievements of our students across a wide range of Further Education programmes. It was a moment to reflect on their hard work, determination, and growth throughout the academic year.

Our tutors nominated students for individual awards across all areas of the curriculum, including:
Prep for Life, Employability and Progression, ESOL, Accountancy, Pre-Access and Access to Higher Education, Business and Professional Studies, Art and Design, Creative Media, Music, Engineering, Automotive, Construction, Animal Management, Computing and IT, English, Maths, Childcare and Early Years, Health and Social Care, Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing, Travel and Tourism, Hospitality and Culinary Arts, and Public and Uniformed Services.

We are incredibly proud of every student who was nominated and recognised during the ceremony. Your achievements inspire us all, and we look forward to seeing what you accomplish. 

Watch the full cermony here.

Browse our photo gallery from the evening below. For more photos please contact our Marketing department at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Male student shaking hands with tutor on stage

Female student greeting members of the Senior Leadership Team on stage

A group of Military Preparation students on stage posing towards the audience

Female student receiving her awar from the Principal as she crosses the stage

Male student raising his hand into the air as he walks across the stage

Female student smiling as she holds her certificate on stage

Female student shaking hands with the Principal as she collects her certificate on stage

male student shaking hands with tutors as he crosses the stage

Male student shaking hands with member of the Senior Leadership Team as he crosses the stage

Male student posing for his picture in front of bright Wirral Met sign

Group of students standing next to tutor in front of bright Wirral Met sign

Man dressed in a suit standing in front of bright Wirral Met sign

Group of English For Speakers of Other Languages students posing with their tutor in front of bright Wirral Met sign

Couple having their picture taken in front of bright Wirral Met sign by another female student holding her phone

Group of Military Preparation students folding their arms as they stand next to their tutors in front of bright Wirral Met sign

Hi, I’m Ailz. What I love most about education is the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people’s lives, help them recognise their own potential, and open doors to new careers and pathways. I began my career teaching English in Further Education, before becoming a mentor for trainee teachers through their placement years. I really enjoyed mentoring and coaching trainees, helping them develop their practice and discover their own strengths as teachers. This led me into teacher education, where I now work as a Programme Lead, supporting the next generation of teachers in the Further Education and Skills sector.

I care deeply about social mobility, the importance of positive relationships, and helping students feel confident and engaged in their learning. I’m a nurturing and approachable teacher educator, and I’m committed to ensuring that every trainee I work with feels encouraged, valued, and supported as they develop their practice.

I’m Sasha. What I enjoy most about working in education is helping people build confidence and realise their full potential. I spent 13 years working as a teaching assistant and Learning Support Assistant before moving into teaching Health and Social Care and Access courses with learners aged 16 and over. These experiences shaped my belief in the importance of positive relationships and adapting teaching to meet individual needs.

Mentoring trainee teachers and coaching colleagues sparked my interest in teacher education, which I moved into in 2024. I enjoy helping trainees connect theory with classroom practice, try out new approaches and find their own confidence as teachers. I aim to create a supportive space where they can ask questions, reflect honestly and feel comfortable seeking advice.

I have a degree in Psychology, a master’s in Mental Health, a PGCE, the National Professional Qualification in Leading Teacher Development and a Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring in Education. These studies continue to inform my interests in inclusive teaching, wellbeing, and supporting others to develop their practice.