Highly experienced and adaptable professional with over 27 years in teaching and school leadership, including nearly a decade as Headteacher of an infant school in Greater Manchester. Passionate about supporting young learners (ages 3–11). Brings a calm, nurturing presence, strong classroom management, and deep curriculum knowledge across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Currently awaiting results for an MSc in Psychology, beginning part-time Child Counselling training with Place2Be from September. Returning to the classroom through supply teaching—offering schools a flexible, enthusiastic and highly skilled practitioner committed to children's learning and wellbeing.