Editorial Board Election Results 2026 - Educational Psychology in Practice (EPiP)

Statement: As a practising Educational Psychologist (EP) and Academic and Professional Tutor on the Initial Educational Psychology Training Programme at the University of Manchester, I am committed to advancing the application of psychological research to improve outcomes for children, families, and other role partners.

Across my professional and academic roles, I engage extensively with research, evidence-informed practice, professional supervision, and the training of future EPs. A central aspect of my work involves critically evaluating research evidence, synthesising findings from diverse sources, and translating psychological theory into meaningful recommendations for practitioners, schools, and families. Through my practice, teaching, supervision, and training responsibilities, I have developed strong skills in critical appraisal, methodological evaluation, academic writing, and communicating complex ideas to diverse professional audiences.

I have contributed to the profession through peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and scholarly dissemination activities, and I have experience reviewing manuscripts for academic journals. These experiences have strengthened my understanding of the publication process and the importance of maintaining high standards of methodological rigour, ethical integrity, and practical relevance.

Educational Psychology in Practice plays a vital role in bridging research, policy, and professional practice. Its emphasis on applied scholarship aligns closely with my professional values and interests. As a member of the Editorial Board, I would bring a thoughtful, balanced, and constructive approach to peer review, alongside a commitment to providing timely, developmental feedback that supports authors in strengthening their work. I would be honoured to contribute my professional expertise and academic perspective to the continued success of the journal.

Statement: I value the role EPiP has in disseminating high-quality, evidence-based practice. As an Academic and Professional Tutor at the University of Manchester, I understand the research process and the vital role dissemination plays in ensuring EPs, and other allied professionals, have access to current research. I am also keenly aware of the innovative and impactful research many trainees produce, and I am passionate about ensuring they have a journal that offers a platform through which to share this invaluable work. I believe EPiP can support TEPs and EPs to translate their research into practice by providing a supportive channel for dissemination and ensuring the professional and social impact of their research is clearly articulated to interested audiences.

I have previously been a member of the Division of Educational and Child Psychology's committee, which gave me strategic insight into EP practice across the UK. I am also currently an Associate Reviewer for EPiP and have experience of its operational processes and publishing standards. I hope to support EPiP as a platform for innovation and creativity, two qualities important to me. I am currently collaborating with psychologists from across the BPS to write the BPS' first guidelines on the use of artificial intelligence in psychological research. This has strengthened my research and editing skills by challenging me to engage critically with an emerging issue within research. I would bring to EPiP reviewer experience, academic, strategic and professional insight, and a commitment to supporting research with practical relevance. Thank you for your consideration.

Statement: I am due to return to work from maternity leave in September 2026, and I am eager to look for ways to progress in my role and improve my practice and knowledge. I would like to put myself forward to be on the editorial board for the EPiP Journal as it would be an excellent way to immerse myself in new research taking place in the profession, and contribute to the theory and evidence base which underpins my work as an EP. 

I am confident that my academic skills learnt through completing the Doctorate in Applied Educational Psychology at the University of Nottingham, including the completion of my doctoral thesis, as well as an undergraduate degree in English Literature at Exeter University, will support me in this role when reviewing papers submitted. My doctoral thesis was a qualitative piece of research using Grounded Theory methodology to explore secondary school teachers' views of trauma informed practice in schools. I have since disseminated my findings to my colleagues and other professionals in education at several conferences and through training opportunities.

Statement: My interest in joining the EPiP Editorial Board comes from a desire to help strengthen the bridge between theory and realities of educational psychologists. Having trained at the Tavistock & Portman, reflection is a professional anchor for me; a way of thinking, relating, and making sense of complex system in the work I do. Therefore, EPiP’s ethos of reflective practice and “EPs writing for EPs” resonates strongly.

As a board member, I would bring my combination of trauma informed, relational, systemic and psychodynamic perspectives, alongside my experience in inclusion, LGBTQIA+ affirming practice, and organisational/leadership work/supervision. My writing and editorial experience includes publishing my undergraduate dissertation, editing Unlocking Research: Expanding Possibilities for Inclusive Learning, presenting my doctoral research at national conferences, and supporting trainee EPs with their writing and research whilst on placement. Across all of this, I prioritise accessibility, psychological safety, and amplifying marginalised voices. I am often told that I make complex psychological ideas feel usable; something I see as key for a journal that aims to support practice.
As a Board member, I would hope to broaden the range of voices represented, strengthen practice based evidence, and support early career EPs to publish with confidence. I am also keen to contribute to the journal’s strategic development from shaping special issues to exploring outward facing formats such as webinars that make psychology more accessible and relevant. I would value the opportunity to contribute to a journal that reflects who we are, and who we are becoming, as a profession.