Teaching: the job which creates all other jobs and arguably the best job in the world.
I’m a teacher and school leader of almost two and a half decades, and am proud to currently teach English part-time at Aspire Alternative Provision in Buckinghamshire, working to build positive futures for some of the most vulnerable young people and their families.
Through the years, I’ve held middle leadership roles in English and MFL and have led in SLT on Teaching and Learning and staff development. I currently lead on staff development and train new teachers. The development of others is where I have always found my passion.
Ultimately, I have arrived at the simple belief that if children and adults feel safe, appreciated, respected and happy, they will thrive. It is our duty to do everything within our professional power to make this happen.
Examples of My Work
Teaching
Leadership
Pieces that Quote Me
Emma has been without doubt one of the pivotal influences of my professional and academic life. Without her help, mentorship and guidance I wouldn’t be where I am today.
Former student
As a teacher, Emma always created a welcoming environment. Her impact on me as a student gave me motivation to try hard. You looked forward to her lessons.
Former student
You made us feel safe.
Former student
It has been an amazing privilege to have had access to all of Emma Kell’s experience and advice in my NQT year. Emma was able to provide professional, nuanced and supportive tips to improve my practical teaching as well as enhancing my understanding of the challenges and opportunities of working within the education sector. Emma offered clear guidance tailored to my professional background that has allowed me to maintain and develop my own authentic teaching style.
NQT and Wing Commander
Emma is always calm, approachable, supportive and good humoured. Working with her had a really positive impact on my leadership enabling me to work through challenges and problems more effectively.
Head of Science
Emma is the kindest, most encouraging and most empathetic tutor I could have hoped to have throughout my teacher training. The warm, reassuring and caring nurture I have received from Emma has helped me and my early career go from strength to strength: she is an incredible beacon of support.
Trainee teacher of English