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Jane Weavers is a Senior Lecturer and Faculty Alumni Relations Co-ordinator at the University of Chester. She currently serves as Deputy Head of the Department of Childhood, Education and Professional Development (CEPD), overseeing non-QTS BA programmes and MA programmes. Her career spans roles in schools, including teaching science/mathematics in middle and primary schools, managing Foundation Stage units, and serving as SENCO. At the university, she specializes in teacher education and MA programme leadership.
Education:
- B.Ed (Hons) from West Sussex Institute of Higher Education (1978-1982)
- MA Education from University of Worcester (1998-1999)
Research Interests: Jane focuses on the interplay between children’s developmental stages and learning outcomes, particularly how life experiences influence education. She maintains a strong interest in science teaching methodologies and their global applications, alongside attachment theory, trauma, and mental health in educational settings. Her work integrates personal research findings into programme design and teaching practices.
Teaching & Supervision: She leads modules on Pupils Identity and Agency and Transforming the Curriculum within MA Education programmes. Her engagement with Attachment, Trauma and Mental Health initiatives reflects her commitment to holistic student development. While no grants are explicitly mentioned, her leadership roles indicate involvement in programme development and institutional strategy.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with institutional partnerships focused on integrating mental health considerations into educational curricula and practices.
