Anita McCrum

Anita McCrum is a Senior Lecturer in Leadership and Course Leader of the MSc Health and Social Care Leadership at Sheffield Hallam University, based in the Centre for Leadership within the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing. She holds qualifications including RGN, BSc (Hons), SCPHN(HV), MSc, and FiHV. Her career spans nursing, health visiting, and senior leadership roles in clinical services and workforce development.

Her research and teaching focus on leadership development in health and social care, with expertise in clinical leadership, healthcare workforce competence frameworks, and service improvement strategies. She leads modules such as Leadership in Practice and Planning Service Improvement, emphasizing practical leadership skills for professionals.

Her publications include evaluations of clinical practitioner training programs and frameworks for child health workforce competencies. McCrum has contributed to national initiatives strengthening clinical leadership and remains dedicated to preparing future leaders in healthcare systems.