Having started her career in neuroscience research, Amanda moved into education as a teacher of Science and PE. She progressed through the system becoming an Assistant Head Teacher and an OFSTED Inspector. Both roles required her to work with staff on their, leadership and management and that of the school’s wider strategic development.
As a coach Amanda’s work traverses the personal and wellbeing and work and career spectrum and she is particularly interested in neurodiversity. She places a great emphasis on holistic coaching as wellbeing is a vital part of her work and she works with many people helping them navigate and develop strategies to mitigate anxiety, stress and other mental health conditions.
She also works with organisations to develop coaching cultures and to upskill their leaders and managers. She is a qualified Coach Trainer and has been on the Board of the UK Chapter of the ICF as Director for Engagement. She has worked with a cross-section of people from all sectors, including CEOs and individuals in large corporations, young offenders, the Police and Foreign Office.
Amanda is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Personal and business Coaching and a Master’s in Education Leadership & Management.