Contact Details
Name: Dr Jackie DeardenEmail: j.dearden2@ntlworld.com
Phone/Fax: 0115 9820976
Mobile: 07815 097 533
Background
I have over 30 years experience in education, psychology and social care. I began my career as a teacher and worked as a deputy head and a special needs co-ordinator in a large city primary school.
In 1995 I qualified as an educational psychologist and subsequently worked as a senior educational psychologist in Nottingham City, with responsibility for children and young people in public care.
In 2005 I gained a doctorate in applied psychology with the University of Nottingham.
Current Situation
I am currently an Educational Psychologist (Senior Practitioner) with Nottingham City Community Educational Psychology Service. I also provide training and consultancy nationally.
My aim is to promote educational and social inclusion for vulnerable children, young people and their families.
Current interests include action research (especially in relation to challenging assumptions and improving practice for young people with severe communication impairments), graphic facilitation processes and inclusive practice.