Biography
Naomi is delighted to be joining Making Stuff Better to work 1:1 with school leaders and to facilitate group training programmes. When Naomi is not reading or talking about education, she is running on trails in the countryside or watching a great movie.
Naomi has a profound reverence for educators and wants all teachers and leaders to know how extraordinary they are. She is a believer in the power of purpose, and staying true to the spark that drew us to becoming teachers in the first place.
As a CTI-trained Coach, Naomi will create the space for you to slow down to stillness, remember what matters most, and take skilful action from there.
Every day Naomi strives to be true to her core values of learning, creativity and self-compassion, and seeks to support others to do the same.
Coach training & specialism
Professional Certified Co-active Coach (CPCC)
Professional Certified Coach with the ICF (PCC)
I specialise in coaching:
- School leaders seeking to lead with their values and purpose
- New leaders making a transition to greater presence and influence
- Educators who want to thrive in their roles and restore balance in their lives
Industry experience
Founder and Director – Education Connected
September 2016 to May 2021
I designed and delivered transformational leadership development programmes and coaching training for educators in the UK and Internationally, drawing participants from across Asia and Europe.
English Teacher and NQT Mentor – The Petersfield School
February 2013 – July 2014
In this large Secondary school, I was responsible for NQT mentoring and professional development. I also led innovative PD programmes for teachers across Hampshire and Sussex.
Leader of Communications Faculty – The Charter School
July 2006 – January 2013
As Head of Faculty with responsibility for curriculum, student achievement and team of 16 teachers, I was proud to lead the school to its best ever results across the communications subjects of English, Media Studies and MFL.
Education
Institute of Education
2010-2012
Masters in Media, Culture and Communication
Oxford University
2001-2002
PGCE in Secondary Education
Birmingham University
1993-1996
BA in English Literature and History of Art