John is passionately committed to improving the learning and life chances of children and young people through the professional development of individuals and organisations.

Having taught for 12 years, latterly as a senior leader, John led the transformation of a theory-driven, evidence-informed health education research project from Exeter University.

An independent educational advisor since 2006, John currently works with Local Authorities, schools, and commercial organisations to support health and school improvement across the UK and overseas. He is co-founder of ‘Safeguarding Scenarios’.