Congratulations to Gemma Barber, Trust Education Director, on her recent Fellowship accreditation

The Fellowship (FCCT) of the Chartered College of Teaching is an accolade held by some of the most committed teachers and leaders who have shown a significant and sustained contribution to the teaching profession and their own professional development. As the highest and most prestigious category of membership at the Chartered College, it is a mark of your achievements, skills and expertise as a teaching professional. Additionally, it is a formal recognition and celebration of your ongoing contribution to the profession

To be considered you must meet specific criteria which included:

• have at least ten years’ experience in teaching 0-19 year olds
• Have at least ten years’ experience in teaching 0-19 year olds
• Have made a significant contribution to the teaching profession and are able to demonstrate that in your teaching career you:
• critically evaluate and reflect on your own practice
• commit to engaging in relevant, career-long professional learning
• express collegiality by supporting, and learning from others
• adhere to high standards of professionalism
• engage critically with research and evidence.

Gemma was nominated for a Fellowship by a former colleague at DSAMAT.  Gemma had to submit a covering letter outlining her professional experience as well as an application which demonstrated how she had developed professional relationships, professional development and developed collegiality. Carole Bennett (our CEO), had to write a supporting statement which was the final part of the application process. Once submitted the applications were reviewed by a panel before the decision was made to award the Fellowship in December 2019.