Meet the author team
Our team of expert teachers, controlled assessment advisors and examiners have the highest levels of experience, including the ability to write for all candidates and not just those in the top tier. They also know exactly what works in the classroom because they are practising teachers. The senior examiners on board took a lead role in writing the new specifications too – who is better qualified than them to create the new resources to match?
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About the Series Editor:
Steve Davies is Head of English at South Wilts Girls Grammar School and an Assistant Principal Examiner for GCSE English. He was closely involved in the development of the new 2010 specifications, and is one of the English 2010 Subject Advisers. A moderator team leader and coursework adviser of many years’ standing, he continues to guide and support English teachers at regional meetings.
About the Authors:
John D. Clare is Deputy Headteacher at Greenfield School Arts and Community College. He is an experienced author, widely acknowledged as an expert in writing for less able pupils.
Helen Clyde is an Assistant Principal Examiner for GCSE English Literature.
Mike Devitt is a former teacher at Calday Grange Grammar School and Principal Examiner for GCE English Language
Shelley Etheridge is a teacher at Bideford College and an examiner for GCSE English
Sarah Forrest is a teacher at Calday Grange Grammar School and an examiner for GCSE English
Robert Francis is a freelance writer and teacher trainer, Assistant Examiner for GCSE English Literature and Principal Examiner for GCE English Literature.
Joanna Haffenden is a former Head of English and an examiner for GCE English Literature
Chris Hawkes is Head of English at Kirkham Grammar School in Preston and an Assistant Principal Examiner for GCSE English
Linda Hill is a former Head of English and is now a freelance English consultant and OFSTED inspector
Sharon McCammon is Leading Teacher Trainer in Nottinghamshire and Examiner Team Leader for GCSE English
Kathryn Simpson is Head of English at Wirral Grammar School for Girls and an Assistant Principal Examiner for GCSE English.
