About SAMCAT
Combining extensive senior clinical experience with rigorous analytical skills to support organisations in learning and improving care quality.
Background & Experience
SAMCAT is an independent practice led by Mark Easter, a Registered Nurse with a comprehensive background in senior clinical and leadership roles across health and social care sectors.
Before establishing SAMCAT, Mark held senior roles within the NHS, specialising in safeguarding adults and the implementation of the Mental Capacity Act. This extensive operational and strategic experience provides a deep understanding of the realities and pressures faced by frontline staff, alongside the systemic challenges within large organisations.
Having led multi-agency safeguarding initiatives, complex clinical investigations, and extensive training programmes, Mark's transition to independent consultancy allows SAMCAT to offer an objective, external perspective that is crucial for robust reviews and meaningful cultural change.
Working Philosophy
Independent & Objective
We provide a clear, unbiased perspective free from internal organisational politics. Assessments are based solely on evidence, current legislation, and established best practice.
Learning-Focused
Reviews and investigations must be catalysts for improvement, not exercises in blame. The aim is to uncover root causes behind incidents to facilitate genuine systemic learning.
Evidence-Based
Every recommendation is grounded in robust analysis, clinical knowledge, and current legal frameworks including the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Trauma-Informed
When engaging with individuals, families, and practitioners involved in difficult circumstances, we work with sensitivity, compassion, and professional respect.
Credentials
Registered Nurse (Adult)
Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
Advanced Safeguarding
Postgraduate certification & specialist training
Enhanced DBS Cleared
Maintained on update service
Commissioning
Available for short-term reviews or longer consultancy projects. Fully covered by comprehensive professional indemnity and public liability insurance.