BA Hons Degree in Dance
Additional Qualifications:
Designated Safeguarding & Prevent Lead
Prevent WRAP Trainer
First Aider in the Workplace
Mental Health First Aider
Role and responsibilities:
As a member of the Senior Management Team, Tracy has overall responsibility for NSCD’s outward facing Learning & Participation and Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) Programmes.
Her work contributes towards the strategic development and delivery of NSCD’s Access and Participation Plan activity. Other responsibilities include cementing and resourcing partnership work with organisations, businesses, and networks locally, nationally and internationally.
Tracy is also the Safeguarding & Prevent Lead for the whole school.
Born and bred in Oxfordshire my first introduction to dance was at my local village hall, which not only ignited my passion for dance but also community provision. After completing my degree at Bretton Hall, University of Leeds, I decided to stay in Yorkshire and work as a freelance artist.
Leeds has been my home for the last 25 years and I love the vibrancy of the city, so much so, that my roots are now firmly embedded here with my family.
As a member of the Senior Management Team, Tracy has overall responsibility for NSCD’s outward facing Learning & Participation and Centre for Advanced Training (CAT) Programmes.
Her work contributes towards the strategic development and delivery of NSCD’s Access and Participation Plan activity. Other responsibilities include cementing and resourcing partnership work with organisations, businesses, and networks locally, nationally and internationally. Tracy is also the Safeguarding & Prevent Lead for the whole school.
Tracy completed her undergraduate training in Dance at Bretton Hall College, Leeds University, before embarking on a career in as a freelance dancer, teacher and choreographer on varying projects across the UK.
In 2000, she joined Phoenix Dance Theatre, teaching extensively in Primary, Secondary an FE / HE level. She moved upwards through the Education team to become Interim General Manager. During her time at Phoenix she worked under the artistic direction of Thea Nerrisa Barnes, Darshan Singh Bhuller and Javier De Frutos.
Tracy joined NSCD in the role of Head of Learning & Participation and has expanded the provision and reach of the department.
As a passionate advocate for dance, Tracy holds roles across a number of networks, supporting and developing community and prevocational dance.
Network Member:
Tracy oversees the Learning and Participation team, which directly feeds into the undergraduate courses, giving her a comprehensive understanding of students’ backgrounds and needs from outreach provision through to undergraduate studies. This enables her to support students’ development in a holistic and informed manner.
Tracy plays a pivotal role in safeguarding and supporting students throughout their educational journey. She serves as the Safeguarding and Prevent Lead, addressing the needs of vulnerable students and working closely with Student Services to ensure timely, effective support.
Tracy embeds safeguarding, Prevent, and outreach delivery into her teaching, on as a tutor in the CERTHE, Degree, and MA programmes, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. She provides guidance and mentoring to help students navigate both academic and personal challenges, actively listening to their concerns. When more specialised support is required, she collaborates with the well-being team, referring students to appropriate resources, while integrating well-being practices into her teaching. Additionally, Tracy is a qualified First Aider and Mental Health First Aider, enhancing the holistic support available to students.
Tracy completed her undergraduate training in Dance at Bretton Hall College, Leeds University, before embarking on a career in as a freelance dancer, teacher and choreographer on varying projects across the UK.
In 2000 she joined Phoenix Dance Theatre, teaching extensively in Primary, Secondary an FE / HE level. She moved upwards through the Education team to become Interim General Manager. During her time at Phoenix she worked under the artistic direction of Thea Nerrisa Barnes, Darshan Singh Bhuller and Javier De Frutos.
Tracy joined NSCD in the role of Head of Learning & Participation and has expanded the provision and reach of the department.
As a passionate advocate for dance Tracy holds roles across a number of networks, supporting and developing community and prevocational dance.
Network Member:
