Meriyam John
Oxford
Summary
Over six years of experience in higher education, specializing in course leadership and curriculum development. Proven track record in creating industry-aligned teaching materials that enhance critical thinking and practical skills in health and psychology. Expertise in conducting module evaluations and implementing improvements to optimize student learning experiences. Strong management skills and clinical health background contribute to effective mentorship of future healthcare professionals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Course Lead in Public Health/Health & Social Care
University of Lancashire
London
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Lead the academic delivery and management of Public Health and Health and Social Care courses.
- Ensure quality assurance for assessments, course content, and student submissions.
- Liaise with external examiners to maintain academic standards.
- Contribute to academic boards and course development.
- Conduct admissions interviews and provide personal tutoring.
- Monitor course performance, including student progression and outcomes.
- Scrutinise assessments to ensure alignment with learning outcomes.
- Moderate assessments and provide feedback through reports.
- Provide expertise in portfolio development and academic growth.
- Lead extracurricular activities that support student learning in public health and social care.
External Examiner
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, Oxfordshire
06.2025 - Current
- Reviewed academic standards by assessing student coursework and examination scripts.
- Improved curricula transparency with regular communication to faculties.
- Assisted in the design of module assessments that accurately reflected course objectives.
- Supported department heads in implementing strategic plans for academic excellence.
- Attended examination boards, aiding in decision-making regarding final student grades.
Postgraduate Dissertation Supervisor
University of Wolverhampton
Remote
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Tutored diverse postgraduate students online using Canvas for discussions, activities, and assignments.
- Guided students through the VLE, supporting the completion of both formative and summative assessments.
- Provided feedback to help students achieve learning objectives across various modules.
- Ensured prompt communication with students and collaborated effectively with the online faculty team.
Freelance Marker
BPP University
Remote
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Conduct online marking of student scripts, including exams and coursework, using Turnitin or Inspera for plagiarism detection.
- Provide comprehensive written feedback on student scripts.
- Prepare marker reports summarizing key insights from the assessment process.
- Collaborate with fellow markers and module leaders to meet assessment deadlines for the MSc Healthcare Leadership Programme.
Associate Lecturer in Health
Arden University
London
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Assess assignments and provide constructive feedback.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to university marking criteria.
- Meet deadlines for marking and returning feedback.
- Stay updated with health developments to maintain relevant assessments.
- Collaborate with the academic team to ensure quality standards.
- Address student queries professionally and uphold academic integrity.
- Deliver engaging lectures and tutorials for Health and Care Management.
- Develop and update course materials and assessments.
- Participate in departmental meetings and professional development.
HPL Lecturer in Health (Ad-Hoc)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
London
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Deliver teaching, learning, and assessments at undergraduate/postgraduate levels, using varied teaching methods.
- Contribute to the design and development of teaching materials, assessments, and quality assurance processes.
- Supervise student work and provide academic and personal tutoring for a high-quality student experience.
- Engage in scholarly activities to stay updated in your field and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Participate in administrative tasks, and professional development, and contribute to the Institute's culture.
Lecturer
BPP University
London
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Marked student scripts, including exams and coursework, using Turnitin or Inspera for plagiarism detection.
- Provided detailed feedback and assessment reports to students and the school.
- Collaborated with markers and module leaders to meet assessment deadlines in the MSc Healthcare Leadership Programme.
Senior Lecturer & Course Coordinator in Health
London School of Science & Technology
Luton
04.2019 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: in partnership with Bucks New University
- Course Coordinator for Health at LSST, overseeing course quality and student success.
- Responsibilities include course planning, design, delivery, resource selection, assessments, and student outcomes.
- Reported to the Partnerships Manager and worked closely with Associate Deans.
- Supervised teaching duties, marked assessments, and provided student feedback.
- Monitored student progression, achievement, attendance, and external reports.
- Led student support, and academic advice, and managed personal development plans.
- Chaired committees and ensured quality assurance in assessments and course provision.
- Coordinated lecturers, and guest speakers, and maintained collaboration with university link tutors.
- In partnership with Bucks New University
Associate Lecturer in Health
Regent College
London
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Deliver subject-specific modules as per syllabus and ILOs.
- Ensure students achieve credits for their modules.
- Develop module materials and contribute to Schemes of Work.
- Facilitate sessions aligned with module outcomes.
- Deploy and assess student work as per guidelines.
- Monitor student needs and recommend improvements to academic experience.
- Manage attendance and ensure active student engagement.
- Provide formative and summative feedback at a time.
- Follow marking processes and handle misconduct or extenuating circumstances.
- Adhere to programme specifications and maintain subject expertise.
- Produce module reports and work with digital tools like VLEs and MS Teams.
Medical Officer
Practice Plus Group
Oxford
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Develop and manage health information systems.
- Implement policies for medical documents and insurance data.
- Supervise staff in document preparation and analysis.
- Coordinate medical care evaluations and criteria.
- Provide training and educational materials for healthcare staff.
- Analyse patient data for planning and quality management.
- Maintain stakeholder relationships and ensure compliance.
- Resolve complaints and optimize database standards.
Mental Health Practitioner
Restore
Oxford
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Stayed updated on mental health trends through conferences and workshops.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the impact of employment and housing on mental health.
- Provided one-on-one employment support to clients.
- Led seminars to raise awareness of mental health issues.
- Monitored client behaviour and adjusted treatment plans as needed.
- Connected clients with community resources and involved families in service planning.
- Led therapeutic activities and community outreach programs.
- Designed client satisfaction surveys and maintained confidentiality.
Operating Department Practitioner (Trainee)
Ealing Hospital
London
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Worked with surgeons, anaesthetists, and nurses to care for patients before, during, and after surgery.
- Ensured patient safety by verifying identity and positioning them on the operating table.
- Prepared drugs, equipment, and instruments for procedures.
- Provided surgeons with necessary surgical tools and accounted for all instruments.
- Monitored patients' recovery and addressed complications.
- Delivered pain relief and decided when patients were ready to return to the ward.
- Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Showed technical skills with machines and surgical instruments, maintaining diligence and observational abilities.
Education
PGCE - Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
Anglia Ruskin University
Chelmsford, Essex 09.2019 - 09.2020
Master of Science - Public Health and Health Promotion
Brunel University
09.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Public Health & Health Promotion
London Metropolitan University
09.2015 - 09.2016
Diploma of Higher Education - Operating Department Practice
University of West London
09.2013 - 09.2015
Skills
- Academic Mentorship
- Solutions-focused leadership
- Transformative leadership
- Leadership in academics
- Higher education leadership
- Higher education expertise
- Higher education policy knowledge
- Higher education sector insight
- Higher education understanding
- Higher education experience
- Higher education sector knowledge
Affiliations
- Peer Reviewer, National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR)
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
- Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health (FRSPH)
- Fellow of the Association of Higher Education Professionals (AHEP)
Certification
- Completed training in Advance, HE Training, and Personal Development for External Examiners to reinforce UK standards of external assessment, developed as part of the Degree Standards project.
- Mental Health First Aider
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
External Examiner
Oxford Brookes University
06.2025 - Current
HPL Lecturer in Health (Ad-Hoc)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
02.2025 - 07.2025
Course Lead in Public Health/Health & Social Care
University of Lancashire
04.2024 - 07.2025
Postgraduate Dissertation Supervisor
University of Wolverhampton
09.2023 - 07.2025
Freelance Marker
BPP University
06.2023 - 07.2025
Associate Lecturer in Health
Arden University
07.2022 - 07.2025
Lecturer
BPP University
07.2022 - 04.2024
Associate Lecturer in Health
Regent College
04.2021 - 01.2023
PGCE - Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
Anglia Ruskin University
09.2019 - 09.2020
Senior Lecturer & Course Coordinator in Health
London School of Science & Technology
04.2019 - 12.2023
Medical Officer
Practice Plus Group
04.2019 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Public Health and Health Promotion
Brunel University
09.2016 - 09.2017
Mental Health Practitioner
Restore
09.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Public Health & Health Promotion
London Metropolitan University
09.2015 - 09.2016
Operating Department Practitioner (Trainee)
Ealing Hospital
09.2013 - 09.2015
Diploma of Higher Education - Operating Department Practice
University of West London
09.2013 - 09.2015
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