
A dedicated professional with a strong focus on data analysis and quality control implementation, demonstrating a high level of professionalism and commitment to continuous improvement. Proven management and supervisory experience, coupled with an explicit interest in service improvement, particularly in special educational needs. Skilled in engaging with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, fostering effective communication and networking among data professionals. Career goals include advancing service quality through innovative data-driven strategies.
Facilitated comprehensive data provision, analysis and reporting to enhance educational service delivery.
Managed SUMES (Sheffield Unified Multicultural Education Service) library;
Edited service newsletter, contributed to resources production, supported information management aligned with service objectives.
Managed resources and materials within youth service library to enhance access and engagement.
Assessment of need amongst adult unemployed people in Sheffield for further education.
Data analysis capability
High level of professionalism
Explicit interest in service improvement - eg in special educational needs
Commitment to continuous improvement
Management / supervisory experience
Quality control implementation
High level of communication with variety of internal and external stakeholders
Commitment to networking among data professionals
Strong ability to engage with individuals
- Support for juniors at Darnall and Handsworth Chess Club 2025-26
- Captain of Sheffield A team (Yorkshire League) 1995-2020
- Captain of Yorkshire U180 team (English county championships)
- Secretary of Nomads Chess Club 1997-2019
- Support for junior chess activity in Sheffield schools and communities 2000-26
- [Own experience of junior chess: highlights were winning Herts Under 14s championship 1974, finishing 4th in British Under 14s championship 1975, participating in a number of Young England events involving simultaneous displays against grandmasters, representing Hertfordshire in county championships.]