As an experienced teacher and SENDCo, I have worked in primary and secondary schools in Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex. I have a particular interest in the implementation of SEND provision in mainstream schools and developed my research during the pandemic lockdowns to write my book 'Inclusive Education at the Crossroads: exploring effective special education in Global contexts,' with my co-author Professor Garry Hornby. I have since written short related papers for international publications. I'm also a great supporter of Special Needs Jungle which I follow keenly. I belong to the SEND Policy Research Forum, and the Division of International Special Education & Services (Dises). I am now continuing some independent research exploring the causes behind the growing rise in the number of children presenting with SEND and would welcome the views of other researchers on this subject.
Independent Education consultant and trainer, specialising in SEND and Safeguarding
Author of The Inclusive Classroom and Working Effectively with your Teaching Assistant.
I provide direct support to schools inclusing SENCo support and mentoring, SEND and safeguarding reviews, bespoke SEND and Safeguarding training.
I regularly speak at conferences and other events.
I write and blog about SEND and safegurding issues, Currently interests include the additional safegaurding vulnerablities of children with SEND and the support for miliatary families.