Simon Taylor

Biography

Simon joined the Institute of Education in January 2016 having worked in the arts and cultural sector for many years. He specialises in collaborative research, building partnerships, commissioning, strategic planning, interdisciplinary working and professional development supporting artists, teachers and senior managers. Prior to the University of Worcester, Simon was Head of Learning for Birmingham’s Ikon Gallery (2011-2015) and Education and Community Outreach Manager for The Making (2004-2011), an arts development agency based in Hampshire. Originally a graduate of the University of Brighton, Simon worked as a professional artist in the South East, teaching in a range of settings including Special schools, Children’s Centres, Prison Education and FE colleges. He has worked with a diverse range of learners from adults to young people at risk from exclusion, children with special needs, prisoners and young offenders.

Research Interest

Vocational Pedagogy, Experiential Learning, Collaborative CPD, Social inclusion, Creativity and cultural learning.