Staff

I graduated Liverpool John Moores University in 2012 with a 1st Class Hons degree in Dance, before going on to the Royal Academy of Dance to complete my PGCE and teacher training. Before my career as a teacher I have performed professionally as a dancer.

After 10 years teaching (Dance and English) and leading schools in Northampton, I have relocated back to my hometown in order to serve in my local area, one that I am passionate about.  I have significant experience within pastoral, behaviour and safeguarding settings spanning over a decade, with The St Lawrence Academy being my second Deputy Headteacher role, as well as an experience as an Acting Principal. Having had a significant impact on those young lives in challenging London and Northamptonshire schools, I am committed to ensuring the highest behavioural, learning and safeguarding standards for our young people at St Lawrence.

As a former student of High Ridge School, the predecessor to The St Lawrence Academy, I am proud to step into the role of SENDCo, continuing my long-standing connection with the school and the local community. Having lived in Scunthorpe for most of my life, I am deeply committed to supporting the success of students in our area. After studying at John Leggott College, I went on to earn a BA in Sociology and Social Policy from the University of Leeds, which shaped my passion for inclusive education and social equity.  Since joining The St Lawrence Academy in 2011 as a Teacher of Religious Education, I have held several leadership roles, including Achievement Team Leader and House Leader. These experiences have equipped me with the skills to support students holistically, balancing their academic, emotional, and social needs.  I am excited to lead the SEND provision at The St Lawrence Academy, working with our dedicated staff to create an inclusive environment where every student feels supported and valued.

Prior to joining the teaching profession, I worked in a number of roles in both the manufacturing and service industries for a number of years.  I started my teaching career by doing supply and home tuition before securing my first full time post as a teacher of Geography in Rotherham.  I have since become a head of Geography, then leading a very successful Humanities faculty before gaining my current role as a Senior Leader with responsibility for Learning and Progress.  I have worked across a number of schools and academies and within a number of MATs, which has given me a real insight into how the education system works and I am committed to ensuring our children receive the best possible life chances whilst they are here at the The St Lawrence Academy and beyond into their futures.

I have enjoyed various roles throughout my career both in private, public and voluntary sectors. I joined the academy in January 2023 as a member of the SLT team and hope to be able to share my knowledge and experience to support the academy.
In my previous post I was heavily involved in safeguarding, quality and raising standards and aspirations for children in care which was both challenging but very rewarding.
I am excited to be part of the team at The St Lawrence Academy and look forward to playing my part in the students and academy journey.

I graduated from Lincoln University in 2013 with a first class honours degree in Forensic Science. This gave me a broad and balanced knowledge of science in all areas as well as the analytical skills needed to apply knowledge to real world situations. In 2013 I began a trainee science teacher placement at TSLA and fell in love with the unique ethos and values of the Academy. I began my first teaching role in 2014 and since then have embarked on various opportunities including Head of Ruby House, Science Coordinator for KS3 and Head of Science, which is a role I truly love. This academic year I have began my Senior Leadership journey focussing on Assessment and the achievement of all our students ensuring they feel treasured and empowered to transform themselves and the community they live in.

I have worked within education IT services for over 20 years across schools within North Lincolnshire. I started as an IT technician in a school following a change in career path after spending some time as a Quantity Surveyor. I joined The St Lawrence Academy in 2008 as the Network Manager after leaving the LA where I had been a member of the Schools IT support team and Senior IT and Broadband Implementation Officer. My role within the Academy has expanded over the years to include a number of areas including premises as we have a number of IT systems now integrated in the management of the building. I am also Data Protection following the introduction of GDPR. I have a number of years experience within primary governance helping to establish a new primary school.