Meet The Team

 

 

Claire Jeens

Head of Apprenticeships

Claire is an accomplished Senior Leader and Ofsted Nominee with expertise in quality assurance, safeguarding, curriculum development, and operations. Claire has built and led teams throughout her career to ensure learners receive the best possible experience. 

In her role at United Learning, Claire oversees the operations and strategies of our programmes.

Abigail Hawkins

Teaching Assistant Programme Lead

Abigail (FCCT) has extensive experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a SEN Co-ordinator, demonstrating a commitment of nearly 30 years to inclusive education across all phases of school education.  

In her role as Programme Lead for the United Learning Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship, Abigail applies her expertise in SEN to effectively support the professional development of teaching assistants.  

Jill Measures

HR Support Programme Lead

Jill is an experienced HR and Learning & Development manager and practitioner who has worked in both private and public sectors for over 37 years, with roles at a senior level specialising in both HR and more recently in Learning and Development and OD.  

She is also an experienced line manager and has led, supported and coached teams throughout her career.  

In her role at United Learning, Jill supports employees through HR and Learning & Development apprenticeships at all levels.  

Sarah Philpot

Early Years Educator Programme Lead

Sarah has over a decade of experience in primary education; she started her career as a primary school teacher, before specialising in Early Years.She has worked as a Head of Early Years in an inner-city London school, leading all aspects of staff training, curriculum development and parental engagement.  

 

In her role at United Learning, Sarah works as Programme Lead for the Early Years Educator Apprenticeship and an Early Years Curriculum Writer, bringing her knowledge and passion with her in these roles.  

 

Wendy Buffham

Recruitment and Business Development Lead

Previously, Wendy worked for a Further Education College, building networks and relations with businesses to enhance learning opportunities for students.   

In her role at United Learning, Wendy supports apprentices throughout their course and helps recruit new applicants. 

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