Samantha Cuthbert

I began working as a PAT for both the international PGCE and PGCert (SCITT) programmes. I have also taken on the role of Assistant Module Leader for the EDP 381 module for the PGCE.

I have over 10 years' teaching experience across schools in the UK and internationally. I qualified in the UK through the GTP route and gained full QTS status.

After completing my NQT year, and subsequent teaching in the UK, I began my international travels in Dubai as a Primary Class Teacher. Following this, I moved to Cairo, where I took my first steps into Senior Leadership. Across my seven years in Cairo, I held numerous positions in leadership, with my final one being Assistant Head of Primary within a British International School.

While working in Cairo, I was a school-based mentor for PGCE trainees enrolled at both University of Sunderland and University of Nottingham.

As part of my continued professional development, I am a BSO Inspector with PENTA International and hold a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership and Management. Other supporting professional development includes Coaching and Mentoring and Designated Safeguarding Lead.

I have only worked at the university for one academic year and this was an interesting year with Covid restrictions having a huge impact on all areas of education. Although it was a tough year, I was proud to be a part of the changes and challenges we were able to overcome, and honoured to be able to demonstrate just how important our roles, as educationalists, are.

I am looking forward to welcoming the new trainees this year and helping to support the next generation of teachers to provide high-quality education around the world.