About

I have worked at the University of Derby in Primary Initial Teacher Training since 2022, after over 30 years teaching and leading primary schools in Staffordshire and Derbyshire. I teach across many of the varied programmes and also work as a lead mentor supporting our students on placement.

Teaching responsibilities

I teach across many varying modules across the Initial Teacher Training programmes covering subjects such as professional practice, safeguarding and curriculum studies. Currently I oversee the primary curriculum areas Design and Technology and PSHE (Personal, Social, Health and Economic education).

Professional interests

I am interested in all aspects of primary teaching but especially curriculum development and teacher retention.

Qualifications

• BSc in Biology - University of York
• PGCE - University of Nottingham
• Masters in Education - University of Derby
• PGCert - University of Derby

Experience in industry

31 years working in Primary education across schools in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Additional interests and activities

I enjoy the outdoors and am a keen runner and walker, especially with the family and the dog. I am working on my gardening expertise with varying success. Pilates has helped me to keep the body and mind in place to achieve the above!