Merushka Hansraj

My education career spans 24 years; 22 within the realm of Special Education covering the full range of needs and age groups, and 13 in Senior Leadership positions in the UK and abroad. My role is multi-faceted, and it includes a balance between strategic, operational, functional and financial responsibilities.

I currently have responsibility for 3 sites across North London and I work extensively with 12 Local Authorities, Governors, Board Members, External Advisors, Therapists, parents and other stakeholders. I manage large teams, collaborate with extensive networks, and have a lengthy track record for successful change management. I have extensive knowledge and experience in assessing students, writing IEP's/Education Health Care Plans/Personalised Learning plans and I have been instrumental in the innovation of IEP reporting processes for greater accessibility by students and their families, many for whom English is an additional language.

It has been both exciting and challenging to successfully manage change, mould mindsets and inspire people, develop and establish strong foundations for further growth in school culture as well as holist, inclusive educational and strategic practices through a high level of collaboration and relationship building. I am passionate about Inclusive Education, and embracing innovation to provide an enjoyable, accessible and progressive educational experience of the highest standards to our children and young people with additional needs. I embrace opportunities to share my passion and expertise as far and wide as possible for the benefit of every child, anywhere in the world.

Overall responsibility for 3 sites

Strategic Lead, Operational and Financial and Risk Management Responsibilities

Networking, Liaison and negotiation with Local Authorities at A Senior level

Assessment of Students, Fee Proposals, Education, Health Care Plan Management

Full responsibility for all facets of Compliance, Recruitment, Restructure, Change Management

Management of Teaching and Learning Leads, Horizon Scanning, Performance Management and Professional Development, Coach and Mentor

Trainer (In-house and External), Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Management of Large Teams and extensive liaison with multidisciplinary teams.

MA in Educational Leadership - Current - University of Roehampton and National College - UK

National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) - National College - UK

Post Graduate Certificate in Learning Difficulties and Disabilities - University of Birmingham - UK

Bachelors Degree - Education (4 years) - Springfield College of Education - South Africa (UK NARIC Certified)