Ruth’s career in Higher Education (HE) spans over 30 years in both policy and practice. During this time she has forged strong networks and relationships across the sector whilst working within different types of provider and in wider sector organisations. Throughout her career she has developed administrative processes, national advice and guidance and coordinated projects; she has set up student representation systems and offered academic and pastoral support to students. This wide-ranging experience across higher education affords Ruth a unique overview and perspective of the HE sector in the UK and beyond. She has a strong professional interest in the promotion of an enhancement-led quality culture and student representation and voice.
"Disadvantaged pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve highly."