Hi, I’m Shaun Higgins. I’m a strategic curriculum designer with 25 years of experience in training, facilitation, programme design and curriculum development. I’ve designed and evaluated accredited learning programmes for diverse audiences including young people, social care professionals and environmental education, translating complex content into engaging, outcomes-driven learning experiences. I’m skilled in learner-centered design, stakeholder engagement, and turning ideas into practical learning journeys. My track record includes leading the Bertha Earth environmental training for London schools, launching the Green Jobs programme with The Otesha Project, and developing Youthforce’s vocational training pathways.…

Shaun Higgins

Hi, I’m Shaun Higgins. I’m a strategic curriculum designer with 25 years of experience in training, facilitation, programme design and curriculum development. I’ve designed and evaluated accredited learning programmes for diverse audiences including young people, social care professionals and environmental education, translating complex content into engaging, outcomes-driven learning experiences. I’m skilled in learner-centered design, stakeholder engagement, and turning ideas into practical learning journeys. My track record includes leading the Bertha Earth environmental training for London schools, launching the Green Jobs programme with The Otesha Project, and developing Youthforce’s vocational training pathways.…

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Hi, I’m Shaun Higgins. I’m a strategic curriculum designer with 25 years of experience in training, facilitation, programme design and curriculum development. I’ve designed and evaluated accredited learning programmes for diverse audiences including young people, social care professionals and environmental education, translating complex content into engaging, outcomes-driven learning experiences.

I’m skilled in learner-centered design, stakeholder engagement, and turning ideas into practical learning journeys. My track record includes leading the Bertha Earth environmental training for London schools, launching the Green Jobs programme with The Otesha Project, and developing Youthforce’s vocational training pathways.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Curriculum Designer at Bertha Earth
January 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Co-designed an environmental awareness training programme for London secondary schools, grounded in constructivist and experiential learning approaches and best-practice pedagogy. Will co-design the online national programme in 2026.
Charity Co-Director at The Otesha Project
January 1, 2014 - February 1, 2016
Led the design, development and delivery of a nationally-accredited, vocational training programme for 18-25s, establishing learning pathways, assessment criteria and employer-ready competencies. 80% of learners graduated.
Writer, Trainer & Assessor at Youthforce
April 1, 2009 - April 1, 2014
Authored four nationally-accredited vocational training programmes for adult youth-work trainees, creating a pathway to qualify as a professional youth worker. 90% of learners graduated in the first year.
Project Coordinator at Tarner Youth Project
May 1, 2003 - August 1, 2005
Managed a team that designed community-based youth engagement programmes. Trained and supported young people to co-deliver their own youth services.
Life Coach at Shaun Higgins Coaching Online
April 1, 2017 - Present
Run a small business as a certified life coach, supporting individuals experiencing life crises.
Public Speaking Coach at National Citizen Service
October 1, 2018 - Present
Trained groups of 90 young people on intensive public-speaking programmes.
Programme Leader at National Citizen Service
August 1, 2017 - October 1, 2017
Managed teams of youth workers delivering month-long residential youth programmes.
Education Centre Worker at Embercombe and The Sustainability Centre
April 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017
Delivered nature reconnection courses to young people and adults.
Safeguarding Trainer at Safetynet
August 1, 2009 - June 1, 2014
Trained primary and secondary school teachers and staff in safeguarding as an Ofsted requirement.
Street-Based Youth Worker at One Eighty Project
August 1, 2007 - September 1, 2011
Offered a street-based advice and guidance service to young people involved in crime and disorder.
Project Coordinator at Tarner Youth Project
May 1, 2003 - August 1, 2005
Trained, supervised and managed a specialist team in providing neighbourhood youth services.

Education

BA (Hons) English Literature at University of Sunderland
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1995
FnD Youth & Community Development at University of Brighton
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011
IAFPD Certificate in Cognitive-Behavioural Coaching at Centre for Coaching
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Diploma in Craniosacral Therapy at Centre for Craniosacral Therapy
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Diploma in Craniosacral Therapy at College of Craniosacral Therapy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

IAFPD Certificate in Cognitive-Behavioural Coaching
January 1, 2017 - February 26, 2026
Diploma in Craniosacral Therapy
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Diploma in Craniosacral Therapy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services

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