Email: e.clark@soton.ac.uk
Elspeth is a doctoral researcher based in the school of Education at the University of Southampton. Her research explores how engaging in meaningful occupation can facilitate the experience and expression of belonging for young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
In addition to her PhD studies, Elspeth works clinically in the NHS as a Specialist Occupational Therapist for people with learning disabilities. She holds a degree in occupational therapy and a NIHR funded master’s in clinical research. Elspeth is currently the Research and Development Lead for the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section, for people with learning disabilities, and is a Research Champion within her NHS Trust.