Sem is Head Teacher at Firbeck Academy in Wollaton.

Sem has largely worked in city schools in Nottingham. Having taught for over 10 years, Sem has extensive knowledge and expertise in Teaching and Learning and expects the highest standards from both pupils and staff.

Sem's specialism lies in English and the explicit teaching of Reading and Phonics. She has a passion for Vocabulary Development within the primary school setting and, cognitively, how children learn best.

In the past, Sem has been a KS1 Moderator for Nottingham City Council and, up until her recent maternity leave, has been a Tutor of English for the trust's Initial Teacher Training provider, Nottingham Torch SCITT. She believes in building a school that is truly child-centred and valuing and empowering all staff.

Sem is dedicated in leading a school using an evidence-informed approach from the latest research in education and cognitive science.