Ann Kendrick

Ann Kendrick is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Cumbria, specializing in education leadership and structural reform. She holds a Master’s in Education Research and is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her roles include Module Leader for MA Education (Dissertation - Practitioner Research) and Partnership Tutor for PGCE programs. She mentors educators through collaborative inquiry projects and advises on teacher development programs.

Education Background:

• Master’s in Education Research
• PgCert Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
• PGCE Secondary Science
• BSc (Hons) Sports Science and Business Administration

Research Interests: Focuses on leadership development in rural communities, teacher professional learning through digital technologies, and systemic educational reforms. Her work emphasizes bridging academic research with practical educational practices.

Publications Trends: Her articles address leadership preparation challenges, equity in leadership recruitment, and systemic collaboration strategies in schools. Recent work highlights barriers faced by aspirant leaders and innovative models for developing specialist educators.

Awards and Memberships:

• Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy
• BELMAS Research Interest Group Co-convenor
• Chartered College of Teaching Professional Associate

Teaching & Mentorship: Supervises MA dissertations, leads PGCE Non-QTS modules, and mentors trainees in Academic Practice. Previously led national programs like NPQ Leadership qualifications and Children’s Services Leadership.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the University’s Research Centre on school-based inquiry projects, fostering partnerships between academia and educational institutions.