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From Classroom to Consultancy: Still Making an Impact

October 28, 2025 • Joanne Howard • Season 6 • Episode 1

"I definitely felt loaded with more tools and belief in myself."

Secondary English teacher and Head of KS3, Camilla left teaching a few years ago, seeking different ways to make an impact outside of the classroom whilst still taking the bits of teaching that she loved with her.

Now a Sustainability Consultant, she's enjoying working across different industries and projects, with growing confidence and increased leadership responsibilities. She's also recently taken on the role of a school governor, and is looking forward to keeping her foot in the door of the education world in a new way.

In this episode, we also talk about:

Teacher transferable skills
Shifting pace in a new role
Building interview confidence
Your value in the outside world
Reflecting on your professional identity
The most exciting parts of Camilla's work
Tips for teachers wanting to move into consultancy
The bravery in career pivoting

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