She has extensive experience as a Principal Examiner for GCSE English Language and was involved in the development of the new specification for GCSE English Language for a major awarding body. Alexandra Melville is a writer and educator. Formerly a Head of English, she has taught English at sixth form and secondary schools in London. She has examined for AQA GCSE English and has written educational resources for Fuel Theatre, the British Library and HarperCollins.