Wirral Met celebrates 2025/26 HE Awards Ceremony at Twelve Quays Campus
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On Saturday, 10th October, we welcomed our graduates, friends, families and colleagues to Wirral Met College’s annual Higher Education Awards Ceremony, held at our Twelve Quays Campus.
The ceremony celebrated the achievements of Wirral Met’s higher education students across a range of curriculum areas, recognising their hard work, dedication and success throughout their studies.
This year, we were delighted to welcome Councillor Paula Basnett, Leader of Wirral Borough Council, as the guest speaker at our morning ceremony, and Ellie Kerr, Founding Director of Merseyside Business Women of the Year, as the guest speaker at our afternoon ceremony.
Both speakers shared their experiences, insights and inspiring messages with our graduates as they prepare for the next stage of their journey.
Our Principal, Gill Banks, was joined by invited guests, colleagues and members of the College community as we came together to celebrate the achievements of our higher education graduates.
On behalf of everyone at Wirral Met College, we would like to congratulate all of our graduates on their achievements and wish them every success for the future.
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.
