With over 25 years of experience working with children, my career in education has been shaped by a deep commitment to helping every child feel seen, valued and supported. After starting my career in the classroom, I quickly moved into senior leadership, where I discovered my true passion for inclusion, wellbeing, relational practice and safeguarding.

 

For the past 12 years, I have led on inclusion across schools, supporting pupils with a wide range of needs and guiding staff and families to ensure every child can thrive. In 2014, I gained my NASENCo qualification and have since continued to expand my expertise, training as an Autism Awareness Lead, Emotion Coach and Attachment Awareness Lead. I also serve as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and Designated Teacher responsible for advocating and improving the outcomes for children who have been in the care of the local authority, and for previous care leavers. On a daily basis, I work closely with families during some of their most vulnerable moments.

My work in mental health and wellbeing has been a strategic role, leading on approaches that support children, families and staff wellbeing. Outside of my professional life, I find joy in simple things that keep me grounded - long walks, reading and spending time with family and friends. These moments remind me of the importance of balance, connection and kindness in everything I do.

My job roles have also influenced me personally and I hope to register as a foster carer in the future, offering care to babies and children who need a safe, loving home, as well as providing respite for families in challenging circumstances. It feels a natural extension of the values that have guided my work for so many years.​

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