BEd. (Hons), MA

Profile

Initially as a practitioner I taught in schools and nurseries across Worcestershire. Prior to joining the University, I was responsible for developing Higher Education provision within the Further Education Sector, and worked in collaboration with the University of Worcester establishing Foundation degrees for Early Years workers.

Research and Projects Interests

I am currently undertaking a PhD which examines the impact of inspection upon the nursery sector. This research is an extended study involving a number of our PGCE nurseries and colleagues in the private sector. My research interests are connected to Quality and Workforce matters in the Early Years.

Also, I am involved in a project which considers the barriers to recruiting male trainees to Early Years ITE.

Teaching Interests

My current position is Primary PGCE Programme Manager, which involves working in Partnership with a number of local schools and developing ITE to meet National Strategies. I co-ordinate and deliver the Early Years course and am a member of the professional studies team. I also teach a Child Development module on the undergraduate programme.