Karam Bhogal

Karam Bhogal is a Senior Lecturer in Education (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) and Course Leader for Primary Education BA at the School of Social Sciences and Professions, London Metropolitan University. With extensive experience in SEND systems and emotional wellbeing for neurodiverse pupils, he combines academic leadership with practical expertise from his pre-academic roles in specialist schools.

• Doctoral research: Emotional wellbeing for children with autism and severe intellectual disabilities
• Professional background: Assistant head teacher, charity sector work in disability support

Research Focus

• Experiences of parents/caregivers navigating SEND systems
• Impact of interaction on mental health in autism
• Video-based interventions for communication needs
• Development of the Engagement Profile and Scale

Professional Activities

• Director of Practice Development at Nurturing Affective Care (CIC)
• Supports Primary PGCE students