Alongside my school leadership role, I have worked as a tutor with Hibernia College, supporting and assessing student teachers as they trained to become qualified teachers. This work involved guiding trainees through academic coursework, reflective practice, and the practical application of teaching and learning, while maintaining high professional and ethical standards.

Across these roles, I have developed a particular interest in leadership transitions, particularly the early years of appointment to senior positions. Having experienced these transitions firsthand, I understand the professional pressure, complexity, and isolation that can accompany senior leadership roles—especially in contexts where governance, inspection, and reputation carry significant weight.

The advisory work offered through North Star School Leadership Advisory is grounded in practical leadership experience, informed by the day-to-day realities of leading a school, managing adults, navigating governance relationships, and making consequential decisions under uncertainty.

I work selectively and discreetly with a limited number of schools at any one time. This ensures depth of understanding, continuity of support, and strict confidentiality throughout each engagement.