Kay possesses a wide range of research and project management skills, including particular strengths in the field of qualitative research/evaluation. She has also received specialist training in creative research methods for use with children and young people.

Commissioning organisations Kay has worked with over the past ten years on children and young people research projects include Learning and Skills Councils, Youth Services, Learning Partnerships, Children’s Fund and Connexions Partnerships.

Kay holds a BA Honours degree in Sociology from the University Of York and is a member of the Social Research Association.

Kay has one son and two cats. She enjoys sitting in the sun with a chilled glass of rosé.