My early working background was working with children aged 4-19yrs with complex ASC, emotional, social communication difficulties and behaviours. I joined Widmer End as a TA in April 2021 and moved into my new role as Pastoral Lead, DDSL and Attendance officer in September 2022 and I haven’t looked back. I love my job, as challenging as it can be at times! 

I believe all children's behaviour that children display is a form of communication and I strive to support the children who find school life tricky by providing a safe place and to be a person who understands them. ‘You can’t and shouldn’t bash a square peg into a round hole’ is my motto! Instead, with encouragement, understanding, guidance, support and love, sometimes the square peg can make their own place to fit. Difference is only to be championed. The pastoral care I lead within the school includes; Feelings Detectives, Bucks Mind Peer Mentors, Nurture Sessions, ELSA alongside everyday pastoral care for the wellbeing of every pupil at Widmer End.

I love Makaton and run a lunchtime club to share my love through music and songs. My other hobbies are being outside as much as possible walking, ballet and going to the theatre. I have 2 boys of my own, 19 year old and my own 13 year old who is Autistic and ADHD, both keep me on my toes! My most recent achievements are completing a Level 3 in SEND Law and also climbing Mount Snowdon in 3 hrs!

The children in school are who I am here for, and they are always my number one priority….they never fail to put a smile on my face and make me laugh every day.

We work very closely with our external links at the NHS Mental Health Support Team, School Nursing Team and Bucks Young Carers who provide the next step intervention to support our children's mental health and wellbeing. Please contact me for further information.