Currently work in the Youth Justice Service developing programmes of intervention for young people in the service.
Past experience working as a teacher of Art and Graphics in a young offenders institute, teacher in alternative provision education specialising in SEMH & SEND, and mainstream secondary teacher of Design Technology and Art & Design.
I pride myself on creating visually appealing resources with interesting content that appeals to young people who are disengaged from education.
Currently work in the Youth Justice Service developing programmes of intervention for young people in the service.
Past experience working as a teacher of Art and Graphics in a young offenders institute, teacher in alternative provision education specialising in SEMH & SEND, and mainstream secondary teacher of Design Technology and Art & Design.
I pride myself on creating visually appealing resources with interesting content that appeals to young people who are disengaged from education.
Black History (BHM) 2024
Theme is Raising The Narrative
I have created a series of PowerPoints with key figures and information
This series is based around WRITERS
Other series I have created - NOT IN THIS CURRENT UPLOAD:
Artists
Athletes
Eco-Heroes
Entertainers (music / film etc.)
LGBTQ+
Political Activists
Social Activists
STEM
Trailblazers
(these will be found on my TES page ASAP before 01/10/2024)
The figures in this WRITERS series are:
Langston Hughes
Maya Angelou
Audre Lorde
John Pepper Clark
Linton Kwesi Johnson
Bernardine Evaristo
Malorie Blackman
Kiley Reid
Amanda Gorman
There is also a timeline included for the figures, and some have separate pages with quotes
These sheets can be printed and displayed (each has information, a photo and a quote), or used as reference for teaching
Please note: each series will be sold individually, and once all the series are uploaded I will create a full bundle with activities as well
Black History Month 2024
Raising Narratives
This upload is a quiz with a series of key BHM figures - and the task to identify who they are and what they are famous for
Answers are given
I also have a range of BHM factfiles with lots of information and quotes - see my other uploads!
Black History Month 2023 - Artists Factfiles
A series of fact sheets I created for use in the Youth Justice Service, however these are also great for education / school settings.
I have created a mix of influential people in fact sheet form, under different categories:
Artists - THIS RESOURCE (Jean-Michel Basquiat, Dana Scruggs)
Athletes
Eco Heroes
Entertainers
LGBTQ+
Political Activists
Social Activists
STEM
Writers
These can be purchased individually or as a bundle with corresponding tasks.
I created this programme for use with young people in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however I previously taught in mainstream secondary and alternative provisions and definitely feel this would be perfect for any setting.
PLEASE NOTE: This Joint Enterprise programme is designed to meet the criteria for AQA 74617: Introduction to the Concept of Joint Enterprise (Level One).
This bundle contains the full PowerPoint needed with corresponding worksheets. Completion of all tasks will meet the criteria for the AQA Accreditation 74617.
Subject content includes:
Case studies linked to joint enterprise
Definition of joint enterprise
The law
Types of joint enterprise
How to avoid being charged under joint enterprise
Key legal processes in relation to joint enterprise
Research and data linked to joint enterprise
JENGbA
Kim Johnson’s Bill
How group actions can lead to joint enterprise charges
Where to report crime
On successful completion of this programme, young people will have met the following overall learning objectives:
• To understand the concept of joint enterprise
• To understand the concept of joint enterprise through real life case studies
• To reflect on the concept of joint enterprise in relation to racism
• To consider the impact that gangs and drill music can have on joint enterprise cases
• To define joint enterprise
• To reflect on the law in relation to joint enterprise
• To discuss and argue the case of joint enterprise
• To reflect on reasons why young people may be reluctant to report crimes involving their friends or family
• To consider how you can avoid charges of joint enterprise
• To understand the court decisions in a real life case study
• To understand ‘The Jogee Decision’ in relation to joint enterprise
• To explain legal processes linked to joint enterprise
• To understand data linked to joint enterprise cases
• To understand the aims of JENGbA
• To develop an understanding of Kim Johnson’s bill
• To understand how you can be charged with murder under joint enterprise
• To identify the ways in which defendants ended up with the charges
• To consider ways the defendants could avoid charges under joint enterprise
• To reflect on reasons why young people may go along with their friends even if they are not sure it is the right thing to do
• To identify key places to seek relevant advice from
I created this programme for use with young people in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however I previously taught in mainstream secondary and alternative provisions and definitely feel this would be perfect for any setting.
PLEASE NOTE: This version of the Disrespect Nobody programme is purely designed to meet the criteria for AQA 112243: Internet and Social Media Safety (Entry Level). There is also a more detailed version of the programme that covers relationships and abuse, plus related topics in further detail, as well as separate programmes for additional AQAs.
This bundle contains the full PowerPoint needed with corresponding worksheets. Completion of all tasks will meet the criteria for the AQA Accreditation 112243.
Black History (BHM) 2024
Theme is Raising The Narrative
I have created a series of PowerPoints with key figures and information
This series is based around POLITICAL ACTIVISTS
Other series I have created - NOT IN THIS CURRENT UPLOAD:
Artists
Athletes
Eco-Heroes
Entertainers (music / film etc.)
LGBTQ+
Social Activists
STEM
Trailblazers
Writers
(these will be found on my TES page ASAP before 01/10/2024)
The figures in this POLITICAL ACTIVISTS series are:
Nelson Mandela
Martin Luther King Jr.
Barack Obama
Michelle Obama
Kamala Harris
Derecka Purnell
There is also a timeline included for the figures, and some have separate pages with quotes
These sheets can be printed and displayed (each has information, a photo and a quote), or used as reference for teaching
Please note: each series will be sold individually, and once all the series are uploaded I will create a full bundle with activities as well
Black History (BHM) 2024
Theme is Raising The Narrative
I have created a series of PowerPoints with key figures and information
This series is based around ENTERTAINERS (music, film, etc.)
Other series I have created - NOT IN THIS CURRENT UPLOAD:
Artists
Athletes
Eco-Heroes
LGBTQ+
Political Activists
Social Activists
STEM
Trailblazers
Writers
(these will be found on my TES page ASAP before 01/10/2024)
The figures in this ENTERTAINERS series are:
Evelyn Dove
Ella Fitzgerald
Aretha Franklin
Jimi Hendrix
Stevie Wonder
Spike Lee
Lenny Henry
Prince
Tracy Marrow (Ice-T)
Tupac Shakur
Gabrielle Union
Dwayne Johnson
Beverley Knight
Mindy Kaling
Beyonce
There is also a timeline included for the figures, plus some have separate pages with quotes
These sheets can be printed and displayed (each has information, a photo and a quote), or used as reference for teaching
Please note: each series will be sold individually, and once all the series are uploaded I will create a full bundle with activities as well
Black History (BHM) 2024
Theme is Raising The Narrative
I have created a series of PowerPoints with key figures and information
This series is based around STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)
Other series I have created - NOT IN THIS CURRENT UPLOAD:
Artists
Athletes
Eco-Heroes
Entertainers (music / film etc.)
LGBTQ+
Political Activists
Social Activists
Trailblazers
Writers
(these will be found on my TES page ASAP before 01/10/2024)
The figures in this STEM series are:
Lewis Howard Latimer
Percy Lavon Julian
Katherine Johnson
Gladys West
Patricia Bath
Mae Jemison
Mark Dean
Dr Nike Folayan
There is also a timeline included for the STEM figures
These sheets can be printed and displayed (each has information, a photo and a quote), or used as reference for teaching
Please note: each series will be sold individually, and once all the series are uploaded I will create a full bundle with activities as well
This County Lines and Child Criminal Exploitation programme covers in detail:
County Lines, including its history
The law in relation to County Lines activity
Case studies and news articles linked to County Lines activity
Key words linked to County Lines and CCE
The hierarchy and processes of County Lines
Drugs in County Lines activities
Grooming
Controlling behaviours
Child Criminal Exploitation
Recruitment into County Lines
Recognising signs of abuse / potential recruitment into County Lines
Places to go for support and advice
Peer pressure
Cuckooing
The role of social media in County Lines
County Lines awareness campaigns
The programme can be used as one-off sessions, by selecting relevant sections and tasks to complete, or the whole booklet can be completed. Full completion leads to 3 AQA accreditations.
Criminal Exploitation - Entry Level
Understanding ‘County Lines’ - Level 1
County Lines Awareness - Level 1
There are links to PSHCE throughout the programme, identified with symbols.
This is a resource I have created as part of my new role working as a Youth Justice Worker with young people in the community.
The project covers in detail:
County Lines
Child Criminal Exploitation
It is designed to be used in one of two ways:
As a full programme / scheme of work - this can be fully printed into booklets (all pages printed)
As a full programme / scheme of work - with only the worksheets printed and the rest of the pages used as PowerPoint / visuals
As one off lessons / interventions - parts can be printed or used ad hoc
I have included a project overview at the start, with learning outcomes and descriptions of each task.
The resource is quite bulky and was created on a Mac. I have added to this resource a PDF and PowerPoint version. Due to differences in fonts, the PowerPoint version may look different when opened - hence including the PDF version as well to keep everything as designed.
Please feel free to ask any questions :)
I created this programme for use with young people in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however I previously taught in mainstream secondary and alternative provisions and definitely feel this would be perfect for any setting.
PLEASE NOTE: This version of the Drugs & Other Substance Use programme is purely designed to meet the criteria for AQA 117244: Introduction to Drugs Awareness (Entry Level). There is also a more detailed version of the programme that covers drugs, alcohol, vaping, tobacco, plus related topics in further detail, as well as separate programmes for additional AQAs.
This bundle contains the full PowerPoint needed with corresponding worksheets. Completion of all tasks will meet the criteria for the AQA Accreditation 117244.
This resource is part of a larger scale programme I have created called PROTECT.
The full Protect programme has the potential to claim for 5 AQA accreditations, or there is the option to complete any of the 5 AQA accreditations individually.
AQA 113642 covers: exploring positive ways to manage emotions, familiar emotions and when someone might experience them, familiar situations that might trigger feelings in others, behaviours that might indicate someone is having issues managing their emotions, situations that might trigger feelings in self, behaviours that indicate not coping with emotions, strategies for coping with emotions in a positive way, trying out coping strategies in a safe environment, goals relating to emotions, fight or flight responses, the importance of self-regulation for future control of behaviour.
Please note: the full Protect programme, plus all of the other 4 AQAs linked to the full programme, will be available to buy separately on here.
I created this programme for use with young people in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however I previously taught in mainstream secondary and alternative provisions and definitely feel this would be perfect for any setting.
This bundle contains the full PowerPoint needed with corresponding worksheets. It also includes additional ANTS - Automatic Negative Thoughts worksheets, which can be purchased separately on my page
Black History Month 2023 - LGBTQ+ Factfiles
A series of fact sheets I created for use in the Youth Justice Service, however these are also great for education / school settings.
I have created a mix of influential people in fact sheet form, under different categories:
Artists
Athletes
Eco Heroes
Entertainers
LGBTQ+ - THIS RESOURCE (Storme DeLarverie, Marsha P Johnson, Laverne Cox)
Political Activists
Social Activists
STEM
Writers
These can be purchased individually or as a bundle with corresponding tasks.
This Drugs & Other Substance Use programme is designed to develop knowledge of drugs, other substances, the law relating to them, and wider knowledge linking to drugs and substances.
The programme can be used as one-off sessions, by selecting relevant sections and tasks to complete, or the whole booklet can be completed. Full completion leads to 4 AQA accreditations.
There are links to PSHCE throughout the programme, identified with symbols.
For each AQA, certain tasks must be completed. If the full Drugs & Other Substance Use programme is completed, with all tasks, then all four AQAs can be claimed for!
Introduction to drugs awareness (Entry Level)
Understanding the effects of vaping on the body and wellbeing (Entry Level)
PSHE: Drugs, alcohol and tobacco (Entry Level)
Exploring the dangers of energy drinks (Entry Level)
Included in this purchase:
Full PowerPoint
Session plans / scheme of work with learning outcomes
Printable worksheets
This is an updated version of an earlier drugs project that I also have on my account. This one is slightly more expensive due to the updates, AQA links and additional resources.
On successful completion of this programme, young people will have met the following overall learning objectives:
• To identify the main dangers related to substance use
• To understand reasons why people may choose to use substances
• To identify key reasons for substance use / abuse
• To understand the law in relation to drugs / substances
• To identify classifications of different drugs / substances
• To develop knowledge of different drugs / substances
• To understand key facts and statistics relating to drugs / substances
• To identify trends in certain substances for different age groups
• To understand risks involved with different substances / drugs
• To recognise the addictive qualities of different substances / drugs
• To understand the ways in which people take / use different substances / drugs
• To consider ways in which the government can reduce substance / drug use
• To recognise physical, psychological and other risks associated with tobacco
• To identify key long- and short-term risks with vaping
• To compare smoking and vaping
• To explain long- and short-term risks associated with drinking energy drinks in excess
• To identify ways in which an individual’s drug / substance use can impact their family
• To identify ways in which an individual’s drug / substance use can impact the local community
• To explain the ways in which cocaine production impacts the environment
• To design an anti-drugs campaign poster
• To develop understanding about Brian Pollett and his work
• To develop understanding of the locations of different drug use across the world
Resource pack for International Women’s Day 2024
Contains information, key influential women, activities and posters
Designed for use in the Youth Justice Service, however this is perfect for mainstream schools and other educational settings as well
I have uploaded a PDF and PowerPoint version of the file
PLEASE NOTE: This version of the Disrespect Nobody programme is purely designed to meet the criteria for AQA 113510: Personal Boundaries and Consent (Entry Level). There is also a more detailed version of the programme that covers relationships and abuse, plus related topics in further detail, as well as separate programmes for additional AQAs.
I created this programme for use with young people in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however I previously taught in mainstream secondary and alternative provisions and definitely feel this would be perfect for any setting.
This bundle contains the full PowerPoint needed with corresponding worksheets. Completion of all tasks will meet the criteria for the AQA Accreditation 113150.
This Healthy Relationships programme is designed to develop an understanding of relationships (both healthy and unhealthy), abuse in relationships and other linked topics.
It has been designed for use with young people who are in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however it would also be suitable for mainstream and alternative educational settings as a PSHCE resource.
This programme is designed to be run in order, with key information linked to relationships, along with relevant activities that help meet the AQA criteria. The booklet can be printed as a whole, or you have the option to print individual worksheets and to use the PowerPoint digitally.
Completion of this programme can lead to THREE AQA Unit Award Scheme Accreditations.
For the AQA, certain tasks must be completed. If the full Healthy Relationships programme is completed, with all tasks, then the linked AQA can be claimed for!
AQAs:
118196 - Understanding Relationships L1
118612 - Unhealthy Relationships L1
118893 - PSHE: Repsectful Relationships Including Friendships EL
I created this programme for use with young people in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however I previously taught in mainstream secondary and alternative provisions and definitely feel this would be perfect for any setting.
PLEASE NOTE: This version of the Drive programme is designed to meet the criteria for AQA 111105: Car Crime and Vehicle Safety Awareness (Entry Level). There is also a more detailed version of the programme that covers road safety, driving, vehicle crime and driving under the influence, plus related topics in further detail, as well as separate programmes for additional AQAs.
This bundle contains the full PowerPoint needed with corresponding worksheets. Completion of all tasks will meet the criteria for the AQA Accreditation 111105.
Subject content includes:
Learning to drive
Legal requirements of a vehicle
Driving licences
Valid insurance
Vehicle safety
Car related crime
Types of vehicle offences
Aggravated offences
Sentences for vehicle related crimes
Involvement in vehicle related crime
Impacts of vehicle related crime
The Drive programme is designed for use with young people to help challenge their existing preconceptions around safety and driving. It develops an understanding of The Highway Code, the steps involved in getting a full licence, and the law involved with driving and motor vehicles. It also covers the impacts that alcohol and other substances can have on driving, penalties that can be enforced and the impacts and consequences of car crime on victims and offenders.
The full Drive programme has the potential to claim for 3 AQA accreditations, or there is the option to complete any of the 3 AQA accreditations individually.
AQA 72734 covers: steps needed to obtain a full UK driving licence, legal requirements needed to drive a motor vehicle on the road, ways in which drink and drugs can affect your ability to drive safely and reasons why there are laws related to driving.
AQA 111105 covers: types of car related crime, reasons why people get involved in car crime, legal requirements to safely drive a motor vehicle on the road, ways to keep yourself and others safe when travelling in a vehicle, effects of car crime on victims, the importance of a valid driving licence, the importance of valid insurance, facts about insurance cover, aggravated vehicle taking without owner consent, legal consequences of aggravated vehicle taking without owner consent, types of car crime and the impacts on others and scenarios involving car crime, plus the direct and indirect impacts for those involved.
AQA 112723 covers: benefits of learning to drive, the penalty for driving without a licence, consequences of careless driving, road fatalities statistics, types of dangerous driving, prison sentences for dangerous driving, including death by dangerous driving and considerations you should take before driving.
This resource is part of a larger scale programme I have created called PROTECT.
The full Protect programme has the potential to claim for 5 AQA accreditations, or there is the option to complete any of the 5 AQA accreditations individually.
AQA 119626 covers: linking emotions to events, stressful situations and how to manage them, ways to improve self-confidence, bullying, passive, aggressive and assertive attitudes, peer pressure, physical and mental illness and the differences between the two, wellbeing activities to support emotional wellbeing.
Please note: the full Protect programme, plus all of the other 4 AQAs linked to the full programme, will be available to buy separately on here.
I created this programme for use with young people in contact with the Youth Justice Service, however I previously taught in mainstream secondary and alternative provisions and definitely feel this would be perfect for any setting.
This bundle contains the full PowerPoint needed with corresponding worksheets.
It also includes a section on ANTS - Automatic Negative Thoughts - which can also be purchased separately on my page.