Diane commenced her nurse training at the West Suffolk Hospital School of Nursing and gained registration in September 1989. She has continued to work at the West Suffolk progressing through a variety of job roles and departments including elderly care, acute medicine, and the modern matron role. In 2015 Diane became the Head of Clinical Education for the Trust finding a role that suited her passion for supporting others to progress whilst promoting high quality patient care. Diane strongly values the importance of education for all staff.