Our members
All the supervisor members or supervisor advocates listed below adhere to our membership criteria.
Those listed as Supervisor Members have informed us that they have received training, have insurance and policies and agree to follow a code of practice that meets our standards to be Educator Supervisors*.
Those listed as Supervisor Advocates are not currently practising supervisors, but are in the field of training, research or have a specific interest in supporting the delivery of supervision by educators into the education sector.
*Please note we are a community of practice, not a regulatory body.
Jenny Bowers
Founder member of the CoP
I am a trained supervisor and leadership coach enabling educators to excel in a workplace they thrive in. I worked in the primary sector for over 20 years.
I left headship to pursue my passion for ensuring all school staff, but in particular SENCO’s, DSL’s and school leaders have positive wellbeing and are fully supported to be the best they can be in their (frequently multiple) roles. I also work to ensure that the workplace is one where everyone thrives.
I deliver 1:1 and group supervision and/or coaching to key staff in a setting, as well as seminars in self-care, wellbeing, maintaining resilience, enhancing leadership skills and organisational culture. I am also a menopause and menstrual health in the workplace trainer, licenced by Henpicked, and an associate supervisor at Education Support, the only UK mental health charity for educators.
In 2022 I co-wrote the first wellbeing book for SENCO’s: Journeying to the Heart of SENCO Wellbeing, a guide to Enable and Empower SEND Leaders.
I am also an active member of my local community foundation, and a trustee of Halifax Opportunities Trust.
Dr Rachel Briggs
Founder member of the CoP
I have 30+ years’ experience in the education sector, including as SENCo, DSL, Deputy Head (and Acting Head), researcher, in-service trainer and SEMH needs consultant.
Since 2021, I’ve provided reflective supervision in education (RSiE) from early years to higher education (all roles). I’m committed to the development of SiE at a national level. I’m a member of the SiE network and co-founder of CoPSiEbE. I’ve been involved in the development of SiE qualifications and DfE guidance. I also support doctoral researchers.
I hold a Diploma in RSiE, MA in Education (wellbeing coaching focus) and a Doctorate in Education. My doctoral research focused on the psycho-social benefits and hazards associated with educating children experiencing vulnerabilities and/or trauma. From this, I developed a ‘mobile-balance’ framework for understanding educators’ work-related psychological wellbeing. I combine my academic learning, teaching experience and professional conversations to inform the reflective supervision that I provide.
Gemma Drinkall
Member of the working party
Gemma is an experienced supervisor, coach and trainer with a background in secondary school education and leadership. After burning out of her own teaching career, Gemma resolved to support others, helping them to thrive as a human being and as an education professional. She is passionate about giving educators the thinking space they need to excel in their practice and promote their own wellbeing for the benefit of themselves and their school community.
You can reach Gemma through her website, www.headsphere.co.uk or via email, gemma@headsphere.co.uk.
Ben Harper
Member of the working party
I have worked in and around education for over 25 years having worked in various roles including learning mentor, primary teacher and youth worker. I have also spent some time managing a therapeutic provision for children and young people and have helped to set up an alternative provision. I have a diploma in coaching and am a specialist leader in behaviour and attendance. I am trauma informed and attachment aware.
As well as supervision, I regularly offer training to educators on how to keep themselves ‘well’. In supervision, I seek to provide a space where your experiences can be heard and you are empowered you to think ‘well’ for yourself. Aside from this work, I also currently work for Quakers in Britain to develop child led mediation schemes in schools. When I’m not working, I like to cook, walk in the peaks, and travel to new places.
Sue Marks
Member of the working party
I have worked in education for over 30 years with the last 15 years as headteacher in independent and mainstream schools. My education ethos has always centred around creating a positive school culture, well-being for all, and developing effective community relationships. Currently, I am studying part-time for an Education Doctorate (EdD) researching Supervision in Education.
At present, I am employed as a part-time educational content writer for school leaders and have been a Fellow of the Primary Science Teaching Trust (PSTT) since 2012. I also manage my self-employed consultancy offering a range of education services. Currently, I am involved in teacher training, assessing, and mentoring: supporting pre-PGCE and PGCE students’ training, delivering CPD for STEM.
Jackie Williams
Member of the working party
When school-based, I felt a great need for supervision in my various roles (SENDCo; DSL; Head of School; Pastoral Lead; Senior Leader; Acting Head). This was not always available, and I was aware of the impact on my own mental health and wellbeing. The need for supervision is becoming more recognised, and as a supervisor I work with school leaders to help them explore their experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
As an Executive Principal for a large MAT, my responsibilities included school improvement, headteacher support and strategic development. I provided supervision and coaching for headteachers at very different stages in their careers, so that they in turn were able to effectively support their staff.
To enhance my knowledge, skills and practice, I am an ILM7 coach and mentor, and in addition, I have also completed the Reflective Supervision in Education Certificate through CSTD Bath.
Suneta Bagri
Member since February 2025
Suneta Bagri is a highly experienced school leader and educational consultant with a deep commitment to supporting the growth and well-being of educators. With over 25 years in leadership roles, she has a proven track record of fostering positive school cultures, mentoring educators, and enhancing coaching practices. She specialises in supervision, bringing a compassionate, reflective approach to helping educators navigate challenges, build resilience, and refine their skills. Drawing on a background in extensive training she is committed to creating a supportive environment where educators feel valued, understood, and empowered to thrive professionally and personally.
Dr Mandy Carr
Member since January 2025
For twenty years Mandy’s taught in secondary, special and higher education, included Drama, French and eventually leader of a large EAL (English as an Additional Language) Departments in London. More recently she has worked as a senior lecturer training creative arts psychotherapists. Her background as a Liberal Jew from Liverpool is a key factor driving her passion for widening inclusion in society. As a result she has chaired a number of inclusion/diversity committees in schools and other contexts.
In the early 2000’s, increasing awareness of the emotional demands for both students and teachers, prompted Mandy to retrain as a dramatherapist. She found clinical supervision a powerful aid to her emotional health and professional development. As a result she became an advocate for supervision in all phases of education.
Qualifying as a supervisor in 2006, Mandy and her colleague Emma Ramsden, concluded in their co-written chapter ‘An Exploration of Supervision in Education’ (with Emma Ramsden), ‘that supervision should ideally be introduced at teacher training level and noted that supervisory practice has ‘the potential to transform the working lives of educational staff, and ultimately the educational opportunities and life chances of children and young people.’ (p.183) Supervision of Dramatherapy. eds., Jones, P, and Dokter, D.
She currently offers professional supervision as an associate with Education Support and Talking Heads. She feels privileged to have the opportunity to offer professional supervision within education and to collaborate with likeminded and innovative practitioners in a community of practice.
Chris East
Member since February 2025
Chris, Co-founder and Safeguarding Consultant
With a seventeen-year track record spanning from early years to higher education, charities to out-of-school settings, Chris is both experienced and enthusiastic in creating safe and supportive environments.
A passionate advocate for students and staff wellbeing, Chris has been recognised for his innovative approaches to student services and safeguarding. From classrooms to boardrooms, Chris has a proven ability to elevate safeguarding standards and drive positive change.
With expertise in leadership, special educational needs, audits, reviews and policy development, Chris is a strategic thinker who delivers practical solutions. Whether optimising a single institution or overseeing a multi-campus operation, Chris brings a wealth of experience to every challenge.
Lizzie Egan-Walsh
Member since February 2025
Hi, I’m Lizzie. I’ve spent over twenty years in a variety of educational roles, including fifteen years in school leadership.
I believe in a holistic approach to educational provision; (and to life in general) and I am passionate about inclusion, coaching, supervision and safeguarding. I believe this approach is the only way to support wellbeing in the workplace, which in turn increases productivity!
I hold the NPQH in leadership and have completed Maggie Farrar’s Mindful Leadership programmes. I am an experienced, qualified Supervisor and Executive and Leadership Coach; and am currently training to be an ADHD Works ADHD Coach.
I have an extensive background in SEND, am a Qualified Teacher of the Visually Impaired and have worked in mainstream, residential and specialist settings.
I love to use my Reiki practitioner experience combined with coaching sessions – as appropriate to client need.
In a former life, I was a Fashion Designer and Milliner; and enjoy using my creativity in a variety of ways. In my spare time, I am a Governor at OSFC and love spending time in Nature. I am a mum of one!
Hollie Edwards
Member since January 2025
I am a Mental Health Lead, DSL, Counsellor and Supervisor. I have worked in education since 2015 and I have supervised staff since 2019. I work in a junior and secondary school and supervise over 50 members of staff, including SLT, teachers, SENCOs, Safeguarding Leads and support staff.
I am also the author of Reflective Supervision in Education, published in 2023.
Julia Hancock
Member since March 2025
Julia Hancock is committed to enabling more joyful purpose. With over 30 years’ experience in education and leadership, she brings a depth of expertise, compassionate understanding as well as positive challenge to empower leadership and create climates committed to growth for all, irrespective of starting points. Reflective Supervision in Education is what she wished she had access to as a Headteacher and Senior Leader.
Rosie Heywood
Member since January 2025
Rosie Heywood is a highly experienced Educational Consultant with over 25 years of proven leadership in Independent and Early Years Education. As the founder of PropelEd, she specialises in delivering reflective supervision that drives staff well-being and professional excellence. Rosie creates safe, collaborative spaces empowering educators to navigate challenges, enhance their practice, and feel truly valued.
Having held pivotal leadership roles including Head of Early Years, Deputy Head Academic, and Head of Junior School, Rosie has first-hand experience navigating the strategic and grassroots challenges faced by schools, combining strategic vision with deep operational expertise. Her extensive experience in EYFS includes modernising early childhood education provision and creating purposeful learning environments. She has led whole-school initiatives such as curriculum re-development, SEN support, staff mentoring, and appraisal systems, equipping her with a profound understanding of the many complexities schools face.
With her leadership expertise and reflective supervisory approach, Rosie offers schools the insight, strategies, and support they need to drive meaningful, sustainable improvements. Her deep commitment to growth, well-being, and excellence, ensures that practitioners seeking reflective supervision will find the insight, strategies, and support they need to thrive in the communities they serve.
Kamelia Johnson
Member since January 2025
As a Safeguarding Supervisor, I am passionate about supporting DSLs, DDSLs, and Pastoral Staff by providing 1:1 and group safeguarding supervision and mentoring through my role as an Independent Safeguarding Consultant. My approach to supervision is rooted in giving staff the space and time to reflect on their practice, discuss challenges, and develop solutions. I believe that well-supported staff are the cornerstone of effective safeguarding, and my goal is to empower them to perform their roles with confidence and resilience.
Shashi Knott
Member since February 2025
Shashi Knott, MSc, is an English teacher and former Deputy Head of Sixth Form, with 16 years of experience teaching in state schools across North London. After earning her MSc in Education, Power, and Change, she transitioned from her role as a full-time English teacher to focus on driving change within the teaching profession. Her goal is to cultivate an environment through reflective supervision, where teachers can find the space to show compassion to students who need it the most.
Emma Lewry
Member since January 2025
I am an experienced school leader, and have been Headteacher of three Schools, Acting Headteacher of another, and School Improvement Officer for a Primary MAT. Having experienced invaluable supervision and coaching support, through the intense challenges of school leadership including burnout, I am passionate about the power of reflective supervision and coaching in transforming the engagement and retention of leaders in the education workforce.
I offer reflective supervision for school and Early Years Leaders including supervision training and implementation support for EY teams to meet statutory requirements. In my work I bring my values of kindness, connection, creativity and commitment along with a dose of humour and fun!
I am currently working with a range of schools, MATs and specialist settings across England offering both online and face to face reflective supervision with leaders.
Melissa Marris
Member since March 2025
I am a Headteacher, coach, supervisor and single mum with a passion for people development. I enjoy working with people to support positive growth and self awareness and have been an educator for over 25 years, with 12 of those years in senior leadership roles. Supervision and coaching have supported me in my career development and I enjoy being able to offer that reflective space to others to support their journey. I’m also partial to Yorkshire tea and chocolate biscuits!
Immaculada Matthews
Member since January 2025
Immaculada Matthews is a highly accomplished educator and leader, with over 20 years of experience in education. Passionate about fostering wellbeing and professional growth, she specialises in reflective supervision and consultation, supporting educators in navigating workplace challenges.
As the founder of Immaculada Matthews Reflective Supervision, she partners with schools and early years providers, offering evidence-based support. Her reflective practice helps professionals build emotional resilience, achieve clarity, and enhance outcomes for children and families.
Immaculada’s extensive career includes leadership roles such as Headteacher and Strategic SEND Lead, where she improved school performance, restructured SEND provisions, and empowered teams.
Having successfully completed a Master’s in Educational Leadership and her NPQH, Immaculada enjoys change projects, leadership development and culture transformation in collaboration with leaders in pursuit of equitable outcomes in education.
Currently pursuing a Doctorate in Education, her research focuses on teacher wellness and retention through reflective supervision.
An active member of the Community of Practice, Immaculada contributes to the development of supervision in the education sector, advocating for its transformative power. Her expertise in fostering inclusive, supportive environments has made her a trusted voice in reflective supervision and professional growth.
Lisa Nel
Member since February 2025
Lisa Nel BA(Comb)hons, PGCE, Adv. Dip Int Counselling, PQDCCYP, BACP(Accred); NCPS (Snr Accred)
Lisa is a practising therapist, supervisor and trainer. She has helped to develop and now leads the programme at CSTD Bath in Reflective Supervision in Education (RSiE) training.
Her background is 30+ years’ experience initially in state sector modern languages teaching, moving into therapeutic, supervision and training roles. Lisa is founder/director of I’m OK, You’re OK Counselling and Training Ltd. which provides specialist training in counselling under-18s. She and her colleague Mark Stancombe, also deliver the ‘Help for the Helpers’ training across the UK and abroad, to raise awareness about the impact of supporting others and what we can do to look after ourselves and mitigate impact.
Suzanne Simpson
Member since December 2024
I am a widely experienced educator and lifelong learner passionate about cultivating high-quality, ethical practices that empower individuals and strengthen educational communities. My professional values — self-awareness, openness, respect, and collaboration — guide my approach to fostering environments where trust, growth, and meaningful engagement flourish.
Paul Wardle
Member since February 2025
Paul is an experienced Head Teacher and School Improvement Partner with a demonstrated history of working successfully in the education management industry. Paul is an experienced executive and leadership coach, as well as being a well-being practitioner. He has organised and facilitated coaching and well-being retreats for leaders. Accredited in many fields, Paul has recently achieved L2 APT accreditation in Providing Good Clinical Supervision.
Dr Vicki Wolfe
Member since December 2024
My name is Dr Vicki Wolfe. I currently work as a child, community & educational psychologist – prior to this I was a secondary school teacher. I have over twenty years experience working in schools, and feel extremely passionate about the need for adequate support, supervision & training for school staff in order to maintain their own emotional wellbeing. I have a supervision accreditation from the BPS, and currently offer individual supervision and supervision groups to teachers and teaching assistants.
Please do send me an email to arrange an informal discussion.
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