Board Member at FCSS
Hello, I’m Jacqui.
In my day job I was a headteacher in two different primary schools with nursery classes, one was in a rural setting, and the other was a city centre school. I then joined HMIe where I held the post of Lead Inspector for Primary Education. In this role I inspected schools and early learning centers across Scotland and delivered training to those involved in undertaking inspections. In addition, I collated and analysed data from inspections across the country to inform improvements in education. After leaving the inspectorate I took up a post as an Associate Tutor at Glasgow University where I developed and delivered courses in Leadership and Management in Education.
I am passionate about supporting children and adults to develop agency in order that, with relevant support, they can achieve their full potential.
I joined the board because I believe in the value of high-quality flexible childcare and the positive impact that this can have on families and wider society. I want to use my previous experience to support those delivering this service in different areas of Scotland.
In my spare time I enjoy a range of crafts, particularly weaving as I love the mathematics involved in planning a project. I am also a member of the visits and fundraising teams at my local lifeboat station. What most people don’t know about me is that I am Godmother to a Fishery Protection Vessel, FPV Hirta.
