Christine Joy Ivory
THETFORD,NORFOLK
Summary
A motivational professional with extensive experience in Higher Education and a comprehensive understanding of the early years and primary phases. In depth knowledge and understanding of special educational needs, disability, and inclusion. Autism specialist. Highly effective communicator and creative, inspirational teacher. Committed to supporting students on placement across diverse settings. Actively engaged in action research and an advocate for internationalisation, aiming to foster inclusive educational environments that empower all learners.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Lecturer in Early Years and Education
College of West Anglia
Kings Lynn, Norfolk
2025.02 - Current
- Foundation Degree in Early Years and Education and BA Early Childhood Studies Course Director.
- Currently conducting research into the transition between FE and HE institutions.
Senior Lecturer in Education
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2019.09 - 2025.01
- BA (Hons) Education Studies and BA (Hons) Education Studies : SENDI Programme Coordinator. Module leader including placement organisation. Established network of placement providers.
- Teaching : BA(Hons) Early Childhood Studies, BA(Hons) Primary Teacher Education with QTS and MA (Education) courses.
- School of Education International Exchange Coordinator. Established student field trip to Sweden.
- Presenter at yearly Inclusion Conference.
- Excellent student retention statistics.
Doula
Self employed
Bolton, Greater Manchester
2016.09 - 2019.08
- Accompanied families through pregnancy, labour, birth and postnatal period.
- Facilitated communication between expectant mother and medical staff.
- Provided support and care for vulnerable women, i.e. victims of domestic violence, teenage mothers, lone mothers and victims of modern day slavery.
- Set up Community Interest Company.
Senior Lecturer in Education
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, Liverpool
2011.12 - 2016.08
- Programme Leader for PGDE in EYFS/Key Stage 1. Module Leader and placement supervisor.
- Established very successful 2 week international placement experience. Positive impact on recruitment.
- Worked in partnership with SCITT providers.
Senior Lecturer in Education
University of Northampton
Northampton, Northamptonshire
2000.09 - 2011.11
- Taught on BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies, BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS, PGCE (Early Years and Primary), MA (Education).
- School of Education Art Coordinator.
- School of Education Erasmus Coordinator.
- Organiser of twice yearly field trips to Sweden.
- Presented at national and international conferences on issues of neurodiversity.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education - Higher Education : Teaching and Learning
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford 2020.09 - 2022.07
Master of Arts - Professional Studies in Education
University of Northampton
Northampton 2001.09 - 2005.07
Bachelor of Philosophy - Special Education
Birmingham University
Birmingham 1992.09 - 1997.07
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Art and Design 11-18
Birmingham Polytechnic
Birmingham 1986.09 - 1987.07
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art : Painting
Leicester Polytechnic
Leicester 1979.09 - 1982.07
Skills
- Highly effective communicator
- Comprehensive knowledge of theory and practice surrounding special educational needs, disability and inclusion
- Eminently experienced at supporting students on placement in a wide range of settings
- Extensive experience and understanding of Higher Education processes
- Creative, inspirational teacher
- Action research active
- Internationalisation advocate
Accomplishments
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Lecturer of the Year 2024 : Oxford Brookes University : Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
Publications
Hickman, C (2003) Considerations when setting up Autism Provision. University of Birmingham. Webautism Course.
Jones, K and Hickman C (2005) Promoting Interaction with Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Autismo : Italian Journal of Autism. Vol 1
Jones, K and Hickman C (2005; 2009; 2013) Inclusive Practice for Children with Special Educational Needs. Ch 3 In : Waller, T (Ed) (2005; 2009; 2013) An Introduction to Early Childhood : A Multidisciplinary Approach. London. Sage.
Jones, K and Hickman C (2009) Inclusive Practice for Children with Special Educational Needs. In : Open University (2011) Extending Professional Practice in the Early Years. Open University publications.
Hickman C (2013) Art Ch. 1 In : Smith P and Dawes L (2013) Subject Teaching in the Primary School. London. Sage.
Timeline
Lecturer in Early Years and Education
College of West Anglia
2025.02 - Current
Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education - Higher Education : Teaching and Learning
Oxford Brookes University
2020.09 - 2022.07
Senior Lecturer in Education
Oxford Brookes University
2019.09 - 2025.01
Doula
Self employed
2016.09 - 2019.08
Senior Lecturer in Education
Liverpool John Moores University
2011.12 - 2016.08
Master of Arts - Professional Studies in Education
University of Northampton
2001.09 - 2005.07
Senior Lecturer in Education
University of Northampton
2000.09 - 2011.11
Bachelor of Philosophy - Special Education
Birmingham University
1992.09 - 1997.07
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Art and Design 11-18
Birmingham Polytechnic
1986.09 - 1987.07
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art : Painting
Leicester Polytechnic
1979.09 - 1982.07