About Stephanie Lawrence

I’m a Learning, Development and Quality specialist working across Early Years, Further Education, and workforce development, supporting education providers to strengthen provision and build more confident, capable teams.

I have worked across large-scale, nationally funded programmes, including playing a key role in the delivery of training reaching over 10,000 learners. This experience has given me a strong understanding of the challenges providers face at every level, from frontline delivery to strategic planning.

My work focuses on helping organisations take a more deliberate approach to quality. Not just meeting requirements, but understanding what strong provision looks like in practice, and how to achieve it consistently across teams.

I have designed and implemented CPD programmes for large and diverse workforces, working closely with leaders to identify gaps, refine systems, and create development that is both relevant and sustainable. I understand the pressures around inspection, staffing, and workload, and I work in a way that is practical and grounded in what will genuinely make a difference.

What matters most to me is that any work leads to real change. That might be clearer systems, stronger staff confidence, or more consistent practice across a setting. The aim is always to leave organisations in a position where improvement can continue, not stall.

Key Experience

• Played a key role in the delivery of a DfE-funded national programme reaching over 10,000 learners

• Designed CPD programmes for large and diverse education workforces

• Supported Early Years and Further Education providers to improve quality and raise standards

• Experience across quality assurance, workforce development, and training design

• Strong understanding of inspection expectations and quality improvement processes

How I Work

My approach is straightforward and collaborative. I take time to understand the context, identify what is working well, and focus on the areas that will have the most impact.

I do not offer generic solutions. Everything is shaped around the organisation, its staff, and the outcomes it is working towards. The focus is always on creating changes that are realistic, achievable, and embedded into everyday practice.

If you are looking to strengthen quality, develop your workforce, or take a more focused approach to CPD, I am always happy to start with an initial conversation.