Amanda Pugh

Amanda Pugh is an experienced educational professional currently serving as Deputy Head Teacher, SENDCo, and Designated Safeguarding Lead at Manchester City Council since January 2018. Prior to this role, Amanda was a Primary School Teacher at Rochdale Borough Council from 2013 until January 2024. Amanda began her career in a sales management position at phones 4u, where responsibilities included leading a team to meet KPI-driven sales targets and ensuring high standards of customer service. Educational qualifications include a PGCert in NASENCO from The Manchester Metropolitan University (2020-2021), a PGCE in General Primary Education from the University of Cumbria (2012-2013), a BSc Hons in Psychology from the University of Central Lancashire (2006-2009), and A levels in Psychology and Double Integrated Science from Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School and St Gabriel's Roman Catholic High School, respectively.