David Higginbottom (MCCT)'s Linkedin Analytics

I am currently the Deputy Director of HISP Teaching School Hub, where I lead a team focused on supporting the development of teachers and school leaders. I have been working in education for over twelve years, primarily as a Geography teacher in the secondary and post-16 but I have also taught within the primary sector. Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Sixth Form Coordinator for Geography, pastoral tutor, and Lead Practitioner I have always had a strong passion for working with trainee and early career teachers, mentoring PGCE students, NQTs, and ECTs, and facilitating training for School Direct and SCITT trainees. I have had the opportunity to present at numerous teaching and learning conferences and deliver evidence-informed CPD across different schools. In addition to my school-based work, I have taught on the Secondary PGCE Geography course at the University of Southampton and contributed to their mentorship working party group. I’m deeply committed to the belief that collaborative working, evidence-based teaching, and sharing best practice are key to sustainable school improvement. My goal is to help colleagues engage in rigorous educational enquiry and research, driving "next practice" to enhance teaching and learning across the HISP Teaching School Hub regions.