First aid

Helen has been employed by the University of Bradford for 32 years; her background is sport, in particular swimming, which she has taught for many years. She continues to deliver mandatory training to the lifeguards at Unique Fitness. She has been teaching First Aid and Lifesaving for over 35 years and continues to do so with enthusiasm.

Helen is responsible for the coordination of all First Aid and National Pool lifeguard courses, many of which she also delivers.

Catherine transitioned from a career in banking to become a first aid trainer 19 years ago. She holds a teaching qualification, an assessor's award, and has completed a tutor training program. Catherine started by working with the NHS in local hospitals, where she introduced primary school children to basic first aid and the hospital environment. She has also taught courses in safeguarding and mental health first aid.

Over the years, Catherine's passion for first aid has grown, and she deeply values the impact of training in emergency situations. She enjoys interacting with course participants and believes that first aid education should be as widespread as possible.

In her spare time, Catherine sings in a community choir, keeps fit, and enjoys spending time with her family.

Janette began her career in nursing before transitioning into teaching. She spent many years as a primary school teacher in Bradford. Later, she returned to the healthcare sector to teach a program in the NHS focused on accident prevention and first aid.

With experience as a phlebotomist across Bradford hospitals and clinics, Janette has gained extensive knowledge that she loves to share. She believes first aid is an essential life skill that gives us the confidence to help others in need.

Janette enjoys meeting new people, whether she's teaching on-site, at workplaces, or in community venues. In her spare time, she loves cooking for family and friends, and she enjoys swimming and dancing.