Since graduating with a B.Ed. Hons in Human Movement Studies and Music as a subsidiary in 1984, Liz has had 38 years of teaching experience.

Having become Head of Girls PE in 1987 & teaching both subjects in secondary schools within the county for 20 years, Liz took on the SSCO role with the Chesterfield School Sport Partnership in 2004. More recently, Liz works as a PE Lead Teacher and Mentor for the Partnership, working alongside teachers in primary schools to help promote the delivery of high quality PE lessons.

Liz has also been involved in county schools’ netball since 1985 and is still an active member of the DSSA Netball committee. A talented sportswoman, Liz has represented her county in athletics, tennis and netball & selected for England netball trials at U18 and U21 levels.