Tom Boodell

Tom Boodell is a Senior Lecturer in Primary Initial Teacher Training & Education at Newman University's Faculty of Education. He joined the university in April 2022, focusing on undergraduate and PGCE courses. Previously, he worked for 15 years in primary schools in Sandwell, including roles as head teacher and Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo). His expertise spans school leadership, curriculum development, safeguarding, and mentoring new teachers (NQTs, ECTs, and RQTS). He holds a PGCE from Newman University (2007) and is pursuing a Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) starting September 2022.

Education:

• PGCE, Newman University (2007)
• Post Graduate Certificate in Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo, 2011)
• Enrolled in PGCHE (2022 onwards)

Research interests include practical applications of educational leadership, inclusive curriculum design, and the transition from school leadership to higher education teaching. His work emphasizes sharing school-based policies and practices with Newman students to enhance teacher training programs.

No scientific awards are listed. Advising and mentoring focus on supporting early-career teachers and student teachers, with responsibilities including strategic school improvement and safeguarding leadership. No labs or teams are explicitly mentioned, though his role involves collaboration with Newman's education programs.