Jane Collins

Jane Collins is a Senior Lecturer in the Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program at York St John University, where she serves as Mentor Development Lead.

• University of Leeds, BA (Hons) English Literature and Language (1997)
• University of Leeds, PGCE (2001)
• Currently pursuing PhD research starting January 2025

Her research focuses on English education, creative writing pedagogy, and the development of pupil agency. She leads the cross-school project Empowering Families through Creative Writing, examining how co-constructed creative writing impacts reflective functioning and mental health.

Key teaching areas include:

• PGCE Secondary Professional Studies
• English Subject Studies
• Primary Education BA modules
• Contemporary Educational Issues

Scientific recognition:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

She supervises school placements and research projects while coordinating mentor training programs for the ITE partnership. Her upcoming doctoral research will explore creative writing's role in self-understanding and perspective-taking within educational contexts.