I have almost 20 years of experience as a teacher and leader in state schools across England. I have worked as a history teacher, head of house, subject leader for history, and for over a decade I have worked as a senior leader, director of teaching school, and director of continuing professional development for a teaching school hub.

 

I have worked extensively with Initial Teacher Training: as a mentor for the Cambridge University History PGCE, leader of the BEST History SCITT (school-centred initial teacher training), and as Professional Tutor and ITTCo (initial teacher training coordinator) in two large secondary schools.

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I participate in and contribute to the history subject community as a member of the Historical Association's Secondary Committee and contributor to the journal Teaching History. I regularly provide professional development for various organisations.

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As a Specialist Leader of Education (SLE) and Education Consultant, I have ten years of experience supporting schools, multi-academy trusts, and leading UK-based and international exam boards. I am experienced in delivering professional development and facilitating National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), and have authored several books and articles.

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I am a mum to three young children and a passionate advocate of flexible working. In my spare time I enjoy volunteering as a governor, and reading, swimming, and running.