About

I am a Lecturer for the Institute of Education.

Teaching responsibilities

I currently teach on the International Postgraduate Certificate of Education (iPGCE).

I lead the professional development of teaching staff in the Further Education (FE) and Skills sector, whilst teaching English at GCSE level.

Professional interests

In addition to my work at the University of Derby, I am an English GCSE teacher and a Teaching and Learning Quality Lead in the FE and Skills sector. I hold a Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills Status (QTLS) and Advanced Teacher Status (ATS)/Chartered Teacher Status (CTeach).

Research interests

I am currently pursuing a PhD in Education with a focus on teacher professional development.

Membership of professional bodies

I am a member of the Society for Education and Training.

Qualifications

• PhD in Education (ongoing) - Sunderland University
• MA (MPH) - Sheffield Hallam University
• Graduate in Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector (GDTLLS) – University of Derby
• ILM 7 Executive Coaching and Mentoring - Institute of Leadership and Management

Recent conferences

• Association for Research in Post Compulsory Education (ARPCE) International Conference July 2024: Harris Manchester College, University of Oxford
• International Practice Focused Research in Education Conference (IPFREC) July 2023: University of Sunderland
• Education and Training Foundation Research Conference 2022