Kayley has been working in the Special Educational Needs sector (SEN) for over 14 years. Kayley has built a strong foundation in supporting and educating learners with diverse needs. After leaving college, Kayley gained a foundation degree in Health and Social Care and then progressed to developing her career as a learning supporter, her passion for education led her to obtain her teaching qualification.
For the past nine years, Kayley has taught in various specialist settings, such as residential colleges and pupil referral units, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Kayley joined Ambitious about Autism in 2018 as a lecturer, then moved to the position of Curriculum Manager. In this role, she is dedicated to developing bespoke curricula that empowers learners to reach their full potential to successfully transition onto their onward destinations, such as supported living, volunteering, accessing work placement opportunities, or gaining employment. She is equally committed to ensuring learners have the resources and opportunities to have their voices heard, enabling them to take an active role in decision-making across all aspects of their lives.