After more than a decade of working in primary schools across London, Janine Pavlis pursued her passion for mentoring and teacher training by joining the team at St Mary’s University. As a senior lecturer in Primary Education, she leads in Design and Technology, where she successfully consults on developing curriculum content and maintains high standards of Design and Technology across various London boroughs. After earning a master’s degree, she has continued her research into the lived experiences of primary school teachers, individuals’ motivations to teach in schools, and the balance between motherhood and research. Janine is currently undertaking her Professional Doctorate at St Mary’s University with a focus on Primary Design and Technology.