Liz is the national Director of SEND of Star Academies, a large multi-academy trust comprised of 36 primary and secondary schools.   She is responsible for leading the SEND strategy and supporting SEND school improvement across all Star schools.   Prior to working for Star Academies, Liz worked in schools as an English teacher and senior leader responsible for inclusion. She is committed to supporting leaders and teachers to reduce barriers to learning for all pupils to enable them to thrive. 

Liz contributes to the SEND agenda nationally, contributing to DfE expert advisory groups, speaking at national conferences and contributing articles to educational publications.