Sarah Scott
Disability Adviser
Sarah graduated in 2012 from Lancaster University with an upper second-class degree in Anthropology of Religion. Whilst studying at Lancaster, Sarah worked as a Learning Support Assistant for a student with quadriplegia cerebral palsy who was studying BA (Hons) Media and Film Studies. This sparked Sarah’s interest and passion for supporting disabled students in higher education. After she graduated, Sarah started working for Disability Services at the University of Cumbria in Carlisle. Fast forward 10 years, Sarah has worked in a variety of non-medical personal help (NMPH) roles at the University of Cumbria, UCLAN in Preston & Lancaster University. These roles have included: note taking, library support, practical assistance and 1:1 specialist study skills tuition/specialist mentoring for students with specific learning difficulties and Autism. Between October 2015 and January 2022 Sarah worked as a Disability Officer on the Lancaster campus of the University of Cumbria, coordinating support for disabled students, and arranging and advising on reasonable adjustments. Sarah has supported students in a variety of academic disciplines such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Primary Education (Teaching), Business Management, Fine Art, Animal Conservation and Youth & Community work.
Sarah completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice in 2016 which included an action research project on the topic of using social media (Twitter) to create communities of practice for students with specific learning difficulties. Sarah is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and she has completed additional training with Dyslexia Action, and The Educational Guidance Service to enhance her skills and knowledge for supporting students with Specific Learning Difficulties and ADHD/Autistic Spectrum Conditions. Sarah is passionate about promoting Higher Education to disabled individuals and Widening Participation agendas. Sarah believes that University is an important and enriching experience to help people understand and critique the world around them. Sarah is excited to join the Disability Team at St Andrew’s and is looking forward to meeting and supporting students!
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys going on walks in the Lake District, indoor climbing and she attends a weekly Aerial Hoop class (a little bit like trapeze!). She’s also partial to a bit of Salsa dancing!