Meet The Team

Central team

• Peter Smith
  Strategic Lead
  Peter Smith

  Peter is Senior Deputy Headteacher at Farlingaye High School, a large good secondary school and is responsible for staffing, CPD and co-ordination of provision for NQT and trainees within the school. He was the Co - Director of Farlingaye & Kesgrave Teaching School Alliance and has led the EAST SCITT since its inception and subsequent accreditation as an ITT provider. Peter has been teaching 18 years and has spent the last ten at senior leadership level. As well as teaching history in a wide variety of Suffolk schools across the full Ofsted range of grading he has engaged in a variety of professional opportunities including writing several textbooks, delivering CPD on a local and national level and a role as a senior examiner. In every role throughout his career he has worked with trainee teachers and is passionate about developing the next generation of teachers.

  As Strategic Lead he is responsible for supporting the SCITT Director in all aspects of leadership and the growth and vision of EAST SCITT. Additionally, he works with East Anglian Schools Trust to establish the educational vision and values  within EAST SCITT compliment and align with the national teacher training priorities.

• Kerensa Carrick
  Director
  Kerensa Carrick

  Kerensa is the Director of East SCITT and a teacher of English at Farlingaye High School, a large good secondary school. Kerensa has been teaching for 20 years and worked in several roles in Initial Teacher Training and with Newly Qualified Teachers including as SCITT Senior Trainer and School Professional Tutor. Before assuming the role of SCITT Director, she was Head of English at Farlingaye High School. Kerensa is a strong advocate of school-centred initial teacher training and believes that beginning teachers are best nurtured by the experience and expertise of practising teachers.

  As Director she is responsible for overseeing the day to day workings of the training programmes that we deliver as well as working with East Anglian Schools Trust to establish the educational vision and values that underpin our work.

• Louise Everitt
  Primary Strategic Link
  Louise Everitt

  Louise is Headteacher at Springfield Junior School, a 3 form entry outstanding Junior School in Ipswich. For the last 5 years, she has been the Strategic Lead for Springfield Teaching School Alliance and has been privileged to support EAST SCITT in the development of the Primary Programme. Louise has almost 20 years experience across Ipswich schools, teaching different ages and in a range of leadership positions. As part of her work for the Teaching School, she has delivered CPD on a number of areas of expertise and supported colleagues to improve their practice - from trainees and NQTs to leaders establishing their roles.

  As Primary Strategic Link she is responsible for supporting the Primary Programme Leader in all aspects of the smooth running of the Primary element of EAST SCITT.

• Helen Millson
  Primary Programme Leader
  Helen Millson

  Helen is currently Maths Lead at Springfield Junior School, a 3 form entry outstanding Junior School in Ipswich. Having completed her training in 2012, Helen has taught across the primary age range, gaining most experience in Upper Key Stage 2. She has undertaken a number of roles in school, leading different subject areas and then becoming a year group leader. For the last 7 years, she has worked extensively with trainees and early career teachers by providing in school mentoring and support. Helen thrives on working with trainees and watching them grow into classroom practitioners.  She was a Specialist Leader in Education for the Springfield Teaching School Alliance. As part of her work for the Teaching School, she   delivered a range of CPD for early career teachers and supported colleagues to improve their practice - from trainees and NQTs to leaders establishing their roles. Helen is an expert in mathematics, having completed her Mathematics Specialist Teacher (MaST) training with Northampton University in 2016.

  As Primary Lead, she is responsible for day-to-day  responsibility for all primary elements of EAST SCITT. These include selection & recruitment, management of the primary programmes, delivery & training, assessment, and quality assurance. Helen works closely with the SCITT Director to support the overall vision and the future growth of EAST SCITT.

• Jenny Ellis
  Coordinator
  Jenny Ellis

  Jenny is our SCITT Coordinator, she joined Kesgrave High School in 2008 and was an integral member of the Farlingaye & Kesgrave Teaching School Alliance since 2011. Her present role encompasses the operational coordination of the SCITT. Jenny has been a driving force in the establishment of the SCITT, from the early meetings with the DfE through to the arduous bid writing and review process. As well as an extensive knowledge of all things SCITT/UCAS related, Jenny takes pride in the supportive nurturing of applicants from their first early enquiries to acceptance onto the programme.

  Her role includes supporting the Director and Primary Programme Leader with coordination of all EAST SCITT activities such as communication with applicants, SCITT tutors and placement schools; organisation of recruitment and selection days; marketing strategy and finance.

 PRIMARY TUTOR TEAM

• Eileen Allpress
  Eileen Allpress

  I have been part of the teaching profession   for   over twenty four years, with my   last position being that of Principal of two schools in Ipswich. My career and experience is within the Primary range with a focus on Early Years.   I have   had a long engagement with research during my career and wide experience of using research to improve personal practice and in leading research throughout the school.

  I have supported staff to engage with research and support them with a range of qualifications, including MA and NPQH level qualifications. I have   also worked with SCITT as an assessor for more than ten years. I am now the Project Manager for the West Ipswich Teaching School and Research Director for Ipswich Associate Research School. I am based at Highfield Nursery School in Ipswich.

  These roles have enabled me to support practitioners engage with evidence based research. I support practitioners to carry out research and deliver CPD to practitioners across the sector. I work closely with Ipswich Opportunity Area to identify opportunities to increase the knowledge and skills of practitioners when engaging with research. At present I am working with a group of Evidence Leads in Education within the Opportunity Area, to train them to further support practitioners in effective engagement in research to improve practice. I was also part of the EYFS DFE funded project to support the EY Sector prepare for the upcoming changes to the EY framework.  

  I look forward to working with you

• Katie Beckinsale
  Katie Beckinsale

  Curriculum Leader at Springfield Infant School & Nursery

  I have been a mentor for trainee teachers and NQTs for many years. I thrive on seeing the rapid progress that they make as they develop and hone their skills as a teacher.

  I am looking forward to supporting a new cohort of trainees, particularly helping them to link the theory and practice and how this can be applied in the classroom.  

• Michaela Harris
  Michaela Harris

  I have worked in several types of schools, in a range of locations around the UK and have now settled in Suffolk.  My current role is Executive Headteacher at Otley and Witnesham Partnership which are two small, village schools outside Ipswich. We have written a bespoke curriculum that support knowledge acquisition, application of skills and character development. I have been a senior leader for 6 years and held responsibilities including Maths, English, Behaviour, Music and many more! I have mentored ITT and NQT and am passionate about getting people into teaching and staying in teaching. I believe the job can be done to an incredibly high standard whilst maintaining a work life balance and I am looking forward to working with the next generation of teachers.  

• Carrie Horne
  Carrie Horne

  I am currently the SENDCO at  St Margaret's CEVA Primary School

  I have worked with a range of ITT providers, as both an in school mentor and tutor. In my previous school, where I worked for the past 7 years I led NQT and ITT development across the school.
  I have supported ITT trainers on both full and part time courses and those students training in Early Years and Primary education.

  I   am looking forward to working with EAST SCITT,   being able to work in partnership with the trainees and local schools to develop the next generation of teachers.  
  As well as providing time, advice and support to the trainees I am also looking forward to learning lots of new and creative ideas for the trainees that I too can take back and use in my setting.  

• Annette Illingworth
  Annette Illingworth

  I am a  Deputy Headteacher in Special Needs School , Hertfordshire. I have been a mentor for many years whilst being a class teacher.  

  I am looking forward to working with EAST SCITT to support trainees, specifically:  

  Sharing learning - I am still a learner; supporting the trainees- I love to journey with people and see them 'grow';being part of something new with all the possibilities ahead; the sense that I can give something back; I can also hopefully take learning back to my own workplace to support improvements there.

• Jayne Robinson
  Jayne Robinson

  I work for Loddon Primary Federation as a teacher and SENCo. This year I am on a secondment so will enjoy working with lots of schools in the Opportunity area.  

  I have enjoyed working extensively on various routes for ITT. I have also mentored SCITT trainees in school.  

  I look forward to working with and supporting East SCITT and its trainees. I am most looking forward to seeing the trainees grow in confidence and understanding over the year as it is very rewarding job.  

• Andrew Rowe
  Andrew Rowe

 Secondary  TUTOR TEAM

• Laura Crossley
  Laura Crossley

  Teacher of English at  Farlingaye High School

  I have worked with trainee teachers for approximately 10 years, either as a mentor or having a trainee assigned to one of my classes.

  I am very much looking forward to supporting both mentors and trainees throughout this exciting new opportunity whilst being able to visit a variety of different subjects in a variety of different learning environments.

• Stacey Deverson-Dean
  Stacey Deverson-Dean

  Teacher of English and Reading Champion Coordinator, Farlingaye High School.

  During my career I have enjoyed both mentoring English trainees and observing trainees who have been attached to my classes.

  To me, inspiring curiosity in students is of paramount importance. I am excited to watch our trainees develop skills which allow them to create a classroom of engaged learners.

  I am also a busy mum to two little girls, so their hobbies now take priority! I do, however, get to go to the gym regularly and I enjoy socialising with friends and family.

• Alistair Dick
  Alistair Dick

  I am a teacher of 33 years experience, the last 14 as a senior teacher, currently Assistant Headteacher at Stowupland High School.

  I trained in London at Goldsmith's College, University of London and worked in schools in South-East London and then East London, prior to relocating to Suffolk.  

  I have been a Head of Year, Head of Science in 3 separate  schools and an Advanced Skills Teacher in previous schools.  

  Currently  I am also involved in the Suffolk Schools Athletics groups as the Chair and a Team manager for the senior teams.  

   

• Laura Gilbert
  Laura Gilbert

  I have always enjoyed supporting trainees and teachers that are new to the profession. I am excited to see the growth and development of those who join the SCITT programme. I have worked in a variety of roles including Head of Year and Undergraduate Intern Co-ordinator. I have a passion for exploring educational research and literature and have presented at national teaching conferences.

• Tim Harrison
  Tim Harrison

• Mat Heath
  Mat Heath

  Mat is Head of Languages at Thomas Mills and also Professional Tutor. He has been a SCITT Tutor and worked in ITT for over 14 years, after completing his Masters in Education. Mat also works closely with AQA as an Examiner for Reading and Writing, as well as a Trainer for these papers. Mat always wanted to be a Teacher from an early age and really enjoys working with Trainees.  

• Rebecca Kerridge
  Rebecca Kerridge

  English Teacher and Coordinator for KS5 English Literature at Farlingaye High School.

  I have been a school mentor working for another ITT in the last couple of years and I have worked with countless trainees who have shared my classes

  I believe EAST SCITT to be a fantastic training provider built on strong foundations.   I am really looking forward to guiding and supporting our trainees; I have no doubt that they will become the brilliant teachers of the future!  

  My hobbies include: slow, ambling running; reading and listening to podcasts.

   

• Sophie Lyons
  Sophie Lyons

  Professional Tutor and Assistant Head of D&T at Kesgrave High School.

   I have been involved with ITT in numerous ways over the last 10 years, including as a mentor and SCITT tutor. I have attended courses and training including a MA unit in mentoring. I have run CPD sessions and worked with teachers in the early stages of their careers.

  I am excited to be working with EAST SCITT, teaching is not a career that is chosen lightly and the journey in the training year can be demanding but so rewarding. Support, guidance, and positive relationships are essential, I am very much looking forward to being part of a team that has these attributes at its core.

• Kate Smith
  Kate Smith

  Kate works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I am really excited to be working as part of a new team, creating and developing new ideas to inspire and support not only the next generation of History teachers, which is my subject but also personally mentor and support the trainees allocated to me in my role as a secondary SCITT Tutor".

  "When not at school I am kept busy by my two little boys and their endless energy! I enjoy running and being outdoors as much as possible with regular visits to the beach and the forest with our dogs."

• Fran Watson
  Fran Watson

  Fran works at Farlingaye High School.

  She is a History Subject Lead for History and is passionate about supporting the new generation of teachers.

• Hugh White
  Hugh White

  Hugh worked at Farlingaye High School until July 2021, as Head of Design Technology.

  I have mentored trainees at Farlingaye for a number of years, and supported colleagues on schools across Suffolk.  "I am delighted to be supporting and inspiring Design Technology trainee teachers with EAST SCITT to become outstanding practitioners in the classroom and beyond."

  I am delighted to be supporting trainee teachers with EAST SCITT to become outstanding practitioners in the classroom and beyond

• Stuart Widd
  Stuart Widd

  I am delighted to be working with EAST SCITT in the role of Professional Tutor and as a member of the Strategic Board. I have a wealth of experience within initial teacher training supporting SCITTs and the University of East Anglia. I have sat on a variety of strategic and governance boards both locally and at national level. My subject and passion is English. My most recent role in school was Assistant Headteacher at Kesgrave High School, responsible for the oversight of all teacher training, from recruitment through to their early career years.  

  I am proud to be working with EAST SCITT, the journey in the training year can be demanding, however my goal is to support and shape the trainees to become outstanding teachers of the future.  

 PRIMARY CORE TRAINER TEAM

  Our trainers include:

• Katie Beckinsale
  Katie Beckinsale

  Curriculum Leader at Springfield Infant School & Nursery

  I have been a mentor for trainee teachers and NQTs for many years. I thrive on seeing the rapid progress that they make as they develop and hone their skills as a teacher.

  I am looking forward to supporting a new cohort of trainees, particularly helping them to link the theory and practice and how this can be applied in the classroom.  

• Sarah Gooch
  Sarah Gooch

  I work at Whitehouse Community Primary School in Ipswich.

   I am looking forward to meeting the trainees and developing their teaching and learning skills. Team teaching and supporting them with planning high quality sequential lessons. We have developed our curriculum and link our half termly enquiry questions to teach our children the wider world with our broad and balanced curriculum.

• Lee Jordan
  Lee Jordan

  I work at Whitehouse Primary School.

   I am very much looking forward to working as part of a team to help guide and support trainees to develop their subject knowledge, confidence  and enthusiasm  within Physical Education.  

• Jaqui Noon
  Jaqui Noon

  Currently working as Deputy Head Teacher at Broke Hall Community Primary School in Ipswich.

  I am looking forward to working with, supporting, and learning from trainees as they embark on the exciting journey that is Primary Teaching.    

• Emily Prior
  Emily Prior

  I work at Springfield Junior School

  I am really looking forward to working with and supporting trainee teachers. I hope to inspire a love of the practical teaching of science, as well as an understanding of the primary curriculum.  

• Jane Trott
  Jane Trott

  Jane works at  Chilton Community Primary School

  I am excited to meet our SCITT students and support them in their journey to becoming outstanding practitioners; teaching and inspiring the children within our schools.

Secondary subject leads team

• Lauren Hunwicks
  English Lead
  Lauren Hunwicks

  Lauren Hunwicks works at Kesgrave High School.

  "I am looking forward to working with and supporting passionate new teachers to develop their professional skills!"

• Becky Kerridge
  English Lead
  Becky Kerridge

  Becky works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I'm really excited about crafting a series of subject knowledge days which link so neatly with the rest of the programme. I'm excited to be supporting new trainees!"

• Sophie Kardi
  Maths Lead
  Sophie Kardi

  Sophie Kardi works at Farlingaye High School  

  "I'm excited to help new trainees develop their passion for maths and support them in seeing how beautiful maths is!"

• Rebecca Spearpoint
  Maths Lead
  Rebecca Spearpoint

  Rebecca works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I've always enjoyed working with trainees in school and I'm excited to share my passion with new teachers in the newly developed EAST SCITT programme."

• Tom Moore
  Science Lead
  Tom Moore

  Tom works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I am looking forward to working with and supporting new teachers to develop their professional skills!"

• Abbi Wynne
  Science Lead
  Abbi Wynne

  Abbi works at Kesgrave High School.

  " I am looking forward to helping the next generation of teachers to develop into creative and reflective practitioners."

• Ian Howlett
  Business Studies Lead
  Ian Howlett

  Ian works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I'm looking forward to new enthusiasm and ideas, challenging my practices and developing new professionals on their journey to inspiring future entrepreneurs."

• Matt Smith
  Computing Lead
  Matt Smith

  Matt works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I am excited to be working with EAST SCITT to support trainees with their learning journey. It not only enables me to share my knowledge and experience with those entering the profession, it also provides the opportunity to discover and use fresh ideas within my department."

• Hugh White
  Design Technology Lead
  Hugh White

  Hugh works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I am delighted to be supporting and inspiring Design Technology trainee teachers with EAST SCITT to become outstanding practitioners in the classroom and beyond."

• Kate Smith
  History Lead
  Kate Smith

  Kate works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I am really excited to be working as part of a new team, creating and developing new ideas to inspire and support the next generation of History teachers."

• Fran Watson
  History Lead
  Fran Watson

  Fran works at Farlingaye High School.

  "After having a trainee this year and finding the whole process hugely beneficial to my own practice, I wanted to expand my experience into delivering the subject expertise training for the next generation of teachers."  

• Stefanie Green
  MFL Lead
  Stefanie Green

  Stefanie works at Farlingaye High School.

  " I am looking forward to working with the language teachers of the future, who will inspire and motivate their students to become enthusiastic modern foreign language learners."

• Jemma Schollar
  Psychology Lead
  Jemma Schollar

  Jemma works at Farlingaye High School.

  "I'm really looking forward to being inspired by new, enthusiastic professionals joining teaching and to impart my passion for psychology."