Governors

My experience working within the Employment, Education and Training Industry spans almost 30 years.  During this time I managed a private Training Company, managed numerous large community funded projects, some with budgets in excess of £4 million and more recently I formed and run a local not for profit company, tackling the barriers within the sector. The multiple roles held over this time have given me a vast knowledge of the sector and the needs the young people of our community have.

My role as a Managing Director and that of Chair of Governors collectively encourage and drive my passion for the local community and the skill levels and employability of the people of Hull.

I have over 25 years experience as a primary teacher, the majority of that time was spent working at Ings Primary, so I am delighted to be able to continue my association with the school and support it in any way I can as a member of the Governing body.  I have also worked as a Youth worker and a moderator for the local authority and have mentored several newly qualified teachers. I have a particular interest in special educational needs, having previously worked as the school’s SENDCO.  I welcome the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the school in its future development.  I live locally and enjoy travelling, walking and the theatre plus spending time with my two young grandsons.

I became a governor to represent the parents/pupils views within Ings’ school in the first instance. However the position has enhanced my understanding of education and local authority legislation. I now feel a valued member of the Ings governor’s team. This role had led to participating in the decision process from a cooperative school to an academy.  I currently work full time within Children’s and Adult services as the Senior Personal Advisor to young people leaving the care system post 18, the position encounters supporting individuals on multiple issues: housing, education, health, family and asylum.

After graduating in 1989 I worked in a business environment , setting up and running a successful  business in the field of safety products and protective clothing.  In 2005 I gained a PGCE with Early Years specialism from Hull University and followed my dream of a career change into teaching. My firm belief that the Early Years (0-5) are the most crucial in a child’s life, has inspired me to develop my role within the EYFS for over decade at Ings and to endeavour to carry out its guiding principles: a focus on the Unique Child and the importance of both Positive Relationships and Enabling Environments in Learning and Development.  I hope that my varied experience and skillset will prove to be a valuable asset in terms of my contribution to governorship at Ings.