
I was keen to join the fantastic team at LMC and to broaden my horizons after teaching and leading in primary education for many years.
Clare joined Lancaster and Morecambe College in 2025 after completing her Training, Assessment and Quality Assirance Assessor qualifications with us.
I was keen to join the fantastic team at LMC and to broaden my horizons after teaching and leading in primary education for many years.
We asked Clare what her favourite part of working at LMC in her role is and she said...
As I assess on Distance Learning, my workload is incredibly flexible and fits alongside my other roles well. I also love the welcoming and nurturing team I work in, even though we rarely see each other in person, they support my development and are always available to offer advice.
Clare assesses on a range of courses, including the Level 2 Certificate in Special Education Needs and Disability and the Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism. She offers constructive feedback to aid learners in their progression and suggests advice and ideas for further training and development.
We asked Clare what would she say to someone who was thinking of taking part in a distance learning course and she said...
The courses I assess on have fascinating content, they offer practical ideas and back them up with relevant theories and ideas – I wish they had been offered to me whilst I trained as a teacher!
My favourite part of working at Lancaster & Morecambe college is watching students progress and supporting them with their learning. I also love knowing they are learning within a hairdressing environment and being able to see them develop their skills and knowledge in hairdressing.
I enjoy being part of the team and thinking of new ways to support local businesses in realising their potential. Watching learners transition from a one-day course to gaining qualifications motivates me to continue teaching at LMC.
I’ve seen first hand how learners from all backgrounds thrive here at College, and it’s amazing to watch their confidence grow as they realise what they’re capable of. Education really can open doors, and LMC is a great place to start that journey.
Welding particularly is like lego for adults – its great fun making things. Whereas Engineering will teach you why things are made the way they are and a combination of both will give you the skills to make almost anything you can think of! Why not give it a go!
My favourite part of my role is being able to recall my industry knowledge and then passing it onto my students. The knowledge I have from working in the industry gives the students a better understanding of real life situations and how to transfer their skills into future careers.
I enjoy sharing my knowledge and experience of animals with students and seeing a learners journey as they make progress. The best part of teaching the course would definitely be the experience we offer learners, it's a unique and hands on way of developing their knowledge of working with animals.











