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Wirral Met College and Tomorrow’s Women Launch New Salon and IT Suite

Wirral Met College and Tomorrow’s Women Launch New Salon and IT Suite to Support Women’s Education and Development

Wirral Met College has proudly partnered with Tomorrow’s Women, a local charity dedicated to supporting women across the borough, to launch a new training salon, Empower Hair, and a fully equipped IT suite. The facilities officially opened on Friday 30th May.

Funded through Wirral Borough Council’s Towns Fund Project the Education Engagement Network Project, led by Wirral Met College, aims to address the attainment and skills gap between residents in the east and west of Wirral. By investing in accessible skills-based learning, the college and its partners are helping more women take their first steps into education and employment.

The new salon, Empower Hair, provides a welcoming, professional training space where women can enrol on a six-week short course in hairdressing. This hands-on course offers an introduction to the industry, while also acting as a progression route to Wirral Met’s Level 2 Adult Hairdressing course. Fully fitted with salon-standard equipment and nail technician kits, the space has been designed to provide a real-world salon experience.

Alongside the salon, a new IT suite has been installed and is now open for use. Also funded through the Education Engagement Network Project, the suite offers access to computers and digital learning resources, enabling women to develop essential IT skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.

In addition to its partnership with Tomorrow’s Women, Wirral Met College is also working closely with local organisations to enhance community facilities and build clear pathways into education. These include: Wirral Borough Council, Wirral Change, Forum Housing, Spider Project and MAKE CIC.By collaborating with these partners, Wirral Met College is expanding its outreach and supporting individuals who may face barriers to education. These joint efforts aim to provide practical training, confidence-building and qualifications that lead to employment or further study.

Whether returning to education after a break or considering a new career path, Wirral residents accessing these programmes are gaining the tools they need to move forward.

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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.