Gemma Simpson
Head of Product Management, Hachette Learning
In her role at Hachette Learning, Gemma leads the development of Hachette Learning Academy. The academy is a professional development platform designed to support school improvement through cutting-edge adaptive online courses; and a range of bestselling professional development publications (formerly under the John Catt brand).
With more than 20 years’ experience in educational publishing and product development, Gemma has a deep understanding of the challenges schools face. She has a strong track record of creating user-focused resources that equip educators to lead sustainable, meaningful change in teaching and learning. Her work reflects Hachette Learning’s mission: to make it easier for every learner to fulfil their unique potential by empowering those who teach them.
Hall 6
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CPD at scale: Exploring the pillars of effective trust-wide teacher development
What does impactful CPD look like across a trust? This session explores key sector challenges and how leaders can look to build consistent, high-quality teacher development across varied contexts. Sufian Sadiq of Chiltern Learning Trust shares candid reflections on the realities within his trust and speaks to the roadmap shaped under his leadership. You’ll gain practical insights into building the foundations for trust-wide CPD that raises teaching standards and drives meaningful, sustainable improvement.