Tom joined the Faculty as the first A&H Student Support Manager in June 2023, after 7 years working in Children's Services as a Social Worker. He worked in local authority child protection teams in the North East of England and West London. Tom is a qualified Practice Educator and Systemic Practitioner, meaning he has enhanced skills in using core family therapeutic approaches in his safeguarding practice.

Tom maintains his Social Work registration with Social Work England, reflecting his commitment to the values and ethical standards of the profession. Tom remains enthusiastic about bringing these into Higher Education, recognising their relevance to supporting students and staff.Since November 2024, Tom has been the Senior Student Support Manager and leads the A&H Student Support Team, a team of six support and tutoring professionals. The team is responsible for ensuring the safeguarding of students, running core support processes such as 'Support for Study', and for developing resources and trainings for both academic and professional services staff. The Professional Personal Tutors run academic skills workshops, provide one-to-one support, and group tutorials.

Tom has a BA in Law from the University of Cambridge and a PGDip in Social Work from University of Bedfordshire (Frontline Academy).