Name: Helen Casson
Professional title: Deputy CEO
Background: Helen graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in Psychosocial Studies before completing her PGCE at Sheffield Hallam University. She taught in Sheffield and later in London, before relocating to Cornwall where she became a Deputy Headteacher. Helen went on to join Wave, leading its medical provision, and now serves as Deputy CEO of the Alternative Provision and Special School Trust.
Name of organisation: Wave Multi Academy Trust
Status of organisation: Alternative Provision
Area of the country: Cornwall and Devon
Description of your organisation: Wave is a Multi Academy Trust that operates regional Alternative Provision, Special, and Medical academies. Our medical provision includes hospital and Tier 4 education, outreach teaching, online schooling, and dedicated teaching centres.