TUTOR PROFILES

Co-founder of Smash Your Exams Education & Computer Science Expert

Paul is an experienced teacher, leader, and national trainer with over 20 years working in education. He has taught and supported students at every level, from KS3 right through to A Level and has trained teachers and departments nationwide in how to deliver Computer Science effectively.

As a Director of Smash Your Exams, Paul combines decades of classroom experience with a deep technical understanding of Computer Science, specialising in Python programming, cybersecurity, and networking. His tutoring is practical, reassuring, and expertly delivered, drawing on both industry-level knowledge and years of helping students succeed.

Alongside tutoring, Paul leads national partnerships across over 25 schools as part of a Department for Education programme, providing CPD and strategic guidance to Computer Science teachers across the country. He has also worked with the National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE) and Isaac Computer Science, advising the Department for Education on GCSE and A Level content and ensuring resources meet the highest standards.

Prior to this, Paul was Head of Computer Science at a large secondary school in the North East for over a decade, helping transform results and building a strong, confident team of teachers. He also played a key role in shaping the school’s digital strategy, training staff on Google Workspace, leading device rollouts, and ensuring cybersecurity measures supported high-quality teaching.

At Smash Your Exams, Paul combines his love of teaching with his expertise in digital education. He creates high-quality resources, delivers engaging tutoring sessions, and provides consultancy to schools looking to improve their Computer Science offer.

Outside of education, Paul is passionate about technology, travel, and video production. He's a skilled video editor and developer, and he uses these talents to bring learning to life for students. He lives in the North East with his family, and when he’s not teaching, you’ll likely find him behind a camera, exploring the outdoors, or tinkering with his next tech project.