Aspiring Secondary STEM Educator | Knowledgeable, Approachable, and Passionate about Girls in STEM
Katy is a highly accomplished Physics graduate with a First from UCL and a PhD and MSc from the University of Leeds. With a clear passion for education and a particular interest in encouraging more girls into STEM, she is now looking for a Teaching Assistant or Academic Mentor role in Maths or Physics from September.
Katy combines deep subject knowledge with a warm, approachable style, making her a natural role model and support in the classroom. She is eager to bring her analytical strengths, research experience, and enthusiasm for learning into a secondary school environment as she builds towards a teaching career.
Education & Qualifications
- PhD Integrated Bioenergy: University of Leeds
- MSc Integrated Bioenergy: University of Leeds
- BSc (Hons) Physics with Medical Physics: University College London (UCL) - First Class
- A Levels: Mathematics (A*), Further Mathematics (A*), Physics (B)
- GCSEs: 11 including Maths (A*), Physics (A*), Chemistry (A*), English Language (B), English Literature (B)
Experience Summary
Katy’s academic path has been rooted in problem-solving, data analysis, and collaborative research, and she is now ready to apply those skills in an educational setting. She brings strong communication abilities and a proven commitment to mentoring and inspiring others in STEM subjects.
- Delivered high-level research as a PhD and Postdoctoral Researcher, translating complex energy data into actionable insights for national policy and industry stakeholders.
- Supported cross-disciplinary teams, enhancing her ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely—skills she now seeks to apply in the classroom.
- Participated in multiple research internships, including at the Electric Power Research Institute in the US, demonstrating adaptability, independence, and a global outlook.
- Passionate about making science accessible and exciting, especially for underrepresented groups in STEM.
Key Strengths
- Excellent academic background in Physics, Maths, and energy systems
- Confident communicator with experience simplifying complex topics
- Passionate about increasing STEM engagement, especially among girls
- Proactive, collaborative, and eager to support learners of all abilities