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Stephen Rayner is an Honorary Research Fellow at The University of Manchester. Until his retirement at the end of 2024, he was a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head of the Manchester Institute of Education. Stephen worked previously as a teacher, senior leader, education adviser and local-authority officer. He continues to be a school governor. Stephen's research interests focus mainly on education policy, governance, leadership and practice.
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