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My vision is to create transformative experiences for every young person in our school and homes鈥攑laces where autistic young people and those with complex needs are understood, valued, and supported to thrive. With extensive leadership experience across mainstream, specialist, and residential education, I bring a deep understanding of how to remove barriers, build strong teams, and shape environments where every learner can flourish. I am driven by a belief in personalised care, high aspirations, and the unique potential within every young person. Our total communication approach ensures that every child can find their voice鈥攚hether through speech, signing, symbols, AAC, or creative and sensory expression.

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We strive to offer meaningful opportunities for choice, autonomy, and personal growth, supported by adults who champion each young person鈥檚 individuality. Many have faced barriers in the past; our compassionate and highly skilled teams help them overcome these challenges through strong relationships and therapeutic support woven into daily life. Through seamless collaboration between education and residential teams, progress is reinforced across all settings鈥攈elping our young people flourish, build purposeful relationships, and step confidently into their futures with pride, hope, and possibility.

"I have worked within residential childcare and educational settings since 2011.

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I hold a Diploma level 3 in young people and children and a Diploma level 5 in Leadership and Management.

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My varied range of experiences in both paid and voluntary work has allowed me to understand the varying needs of children and young people, child protection and safeguarding, how best to support young people and also of how to work with other professionals and families effectively within the field.

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I have also completed voluntary work as an independent volunteer for the children society (2011-2013) and won Independent volunteer of the year in 2013."

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As Assistant Head of Education and Designated Safeguarding Lead at The Forum School, I am committed to ensuring that every child experiences a safe, nurturing and ambitious learning environment. Throughout my career, I have been driven by a belief that strong relationships and a genuine understanding of each child's needs are the foundations of success. I am passionate about supporting children to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning, while working in partnership with families to achieve the very best outcomes. Safeguarding and pupil wellbeing sit at the centre of everything I do, and I am proud to be part of a school community that places children and young people at the heart of every decision.

With over 20 years of experience in education, I have had the privilege of holding various roles in mainstream education as well as in international school settings.

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My key strengths and passion lie in early years education, with a particular focus on creativity. I hold 听PGDip in Early Childhood Education and Leadership with B.Ed. QTS.

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I joined TFS school last year as the Phase Lead for the lower school, and it has truly felt like home since then. As I step into the role of Assistant Head this year, I am excited to continue my journey here. My vision is to make the curriculum engaging, enjoyable, and accessible to all our students. I believe deeply in the potential of our young people, and my mission is to help unlock that potential, empowering them to achieve their best.

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"I have worked at the school for 18 years and have been the Registered Manager for the last two. I oversee the children's home within the school and am dedicated to working with our care staff team to support our children and young people to grow and develop. I fully appreciate that leaving your child in the trust of other adults is a challenging time and therefore we strive to ensure that good relationships are built with all parents and work to ensure that key information is communicated to you.

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I recognise and promote that for the majority of the year, if not all, this is the children's home and we are privileged to be a part of their childhood. We recognise that each and every child at the school needs care and nurturing and we work with them and you to use individual strategies that best support their individual needs, thus striving to ensure they gain as much from their experience here as possible."

"I am a Care Manager at The Forum School. I have worked at The Forum School for 15 years starting when I was just 18 years old.

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Prior to starting at The Forum School I always enjoyed looking after children, helping them learn and grow and still do. I had a voluntary job at the local youth centre for 7 years, I did some peer mentoring and supported the young people in many areas from support with their foster care and families, activities, trips, relationships and friendships. 听

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My career at The Forum School started as a support worker and after completing my level 3 NVQ for caring for children and Young people (autism) I became a senior support worker. I then took the opportunity to become an assistant team manager and at the beginning of 2019 became one of The Forum School鈥檚 Care Managers. I love working at The Forum School and assuring the young people have a nurturing home environment to live in and thrive to achieve their personal best, enabling them to leave us with as many different skills as possible for their future as an adult."

鈥淚 have worked in residential care settings since 1999 and have over 18 years of experience working with young people with an ASD diagnosis. My roles have included Support Worker, Assistant Team Manager, Team Manager and now Care Manager.

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I am commmited to providing the highest quality care for young people and ensuring they have an environment which is supportive and nurturing.鈥�

I am delighted to be Head of Education at The Forum School, where I lead our education team in providing ambitious, highly personalised learning for every young person. I have worked in education for over twenty years, with experience spanning school leadership, curriculum development, SEND, digital strategy and the use of technology to support learning.

I believe education should help young people develop not only knowledge and skills, but also communication, independence, confidence and readiness for adult life. At The Forum School, this means recognising each young person鈥檚 individual starting point, celebrating meaningful progress and creating opportunities for positive risk-taking. My approach to leadership is collaborative and practical: supporting staff to do their best work while maintaining high expectations for the quality of education we provide.