Anna Foster
School Direct Programmes Director
Biography
Anna Foster, a dynamic leader with a passion for education, serves as the Lead School Partner Programmes Director with unwavering commitment. With a decade of experience in educational leadership, Anna brings a wealth of knowledge and innovation to her role. Her journey began with a fervent dedication to shaping young minds, propelling her into various teaching roles where she honed her skills in pedagogy and curriculum development. Anna's vision extends beyond the classroom; she envisions a future where every student has access to quality education. As Director, she spearheads initiatives to recruit, train, and support aspiring educators, fostering a community of excellence within the Lead School Partner Programme. Anna's approach is marked by inclusivity and collaboration, empowering teachers to embrace diversity and adapt to evolving educational landscapes. Known for her strategic thinking and adaptability, Anna navigates challenges with resilience, turning obstacles into opportunities for growth. She cultivates partnerships with schools, universities, and educational organisations to enhance the programme's effectiveness and reach. Anna's leadership is characterized by empathy and integrity, inspiring trust and camaraderie among colleagues and stakeholders alike. Beyond her administrative duties, Anna remains deeply engaged in the classroom, connecting with students and educators first-hand. Her hands-on approach enables her to stay attuned to the needs of the education community, driving continuous improvement and innovation. Anna Foster stands as a beacon of inspiration, guiding future generations of educators towards excellence and impact in the noble pursuit of knowledge.
Teaching and Supervision
Anna is a member of the Secondary English PGCE team. She currently teaches on the following modules: - Learning to teach: Developing critical perspectives on the teaching of the specialist subject - Subject Curriculum, Pedagogy and Professional Enquiry
Research and Knowledge Exchange
Recent Publications: Foster, S., Trang, L. T., Foster, A., Thi Hanh, H., & Knight, S. (2023). Digital Wellbeing – A review of the JISC guidance from the UK and Vietnam. Higher Education, Skills and Work-based Learning. DOI: 10.1108/HESWBL-04-2023-0099 Foster, S., Wall, T. and Foster, A. (2021). Spiritual wellbeing in organizations. In Wall, T. Cooper, C. and Brough, P. (Eds).The SAGE Handbook of Organizational Wellbeing. 574-589. ISBN-13:978-1529704860. Foster, A. (2020) Putting Art in English, Teaching English, No. 22 pp 53-56 (https://www.nate.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/22-Teaching-English-Spring-20-Issue-22-1.pdf). Foster, A. (2020) Meta-Cognition: Developing Language, Innovate. Journal of Innovate Teaching School Partnership, Issue 7 pp. 58 (https://innovatejournal.com/teachers-as-curriculum-makers) Foster, A. (2019) Leading By Limitation? Language and Communication within the Workplace, Journal of Work-Applied Management, Vol. 11 No. 2 pp. 133-142. DOI 10.1108/JWAM-09-2019-0026. Foster, S. and Foster, A. (2019), The impact of workplace spirituality on work-based learners: Individual and Organisational Level Perspectives, Journal of Work-Applied Management, Vol. 11 No. 1, pp. 63-75. DOI 10.1108/JWAM-06-2019-0015