Alexandra Selleck
Leighton Buzzard,Bedfordshire
Summary
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
Kings Langley School
Kings Langley, Hertfordshire
2023.09 - Current
- Assisted students in reaching academic goals by fostering belief in potential.
- Designed lesson plans that encourage exploration in organised setting.
- Completed tasks efficiently under tight deadlines.
Head of Religious Education
The Hemel Hempstead School
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
2015.09 - 2023.08
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Improved uptake at A-Level by 50%.
Head of RE and Worship
Townsend Church of England School
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
2014.09 - 2015.08
- Facilitated organisation of whole school worship at school and St. Albans Abbey.
- Coordinated transport logistics of 1000 students and 50 staff and engaged with external agencies.
- Supported newly qualified teachers to complete their induction programme.
Head of RE/ Head of KS3 Humanities
Westfield Academy
Watford, Hertfordshire
2011.04 - 2014.08
- Assisted in designing key stage 3 humanities curriculum for history, geography, and RE.
- Supported trainee teachers in their professional development and classroom management skills.
- Developed course instructional plans to effectively teach RE, ensuring alignment with district standards.
Cover Supervisor
St. Michael's Catholic High School
Watford, Hertfordshire
2010.09 - 2011.04
- Supported classroom operations in absence of regular teacher.
- Facilitated lessons for students aged 11-16 across various subjects.
- Assisted in maintaining productive learning environment.
Unqualified Teacher
Westfield Academy
Watford, Hertfordshire
2009.06 - 2010.08
- Planned and delivered lessons in history, geography, and media studies to enhance student knowledge and understanding of diverse topics.
- Utilised ICT tools, enhanced interactive learning experience in classrooms.
- Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
Bookseller
Waterstones- University of Birmingham
Birmingham, West Midlands
2008.09 - 2009.02
- Replenished and organised stock in academic branch of booksellers.
- Assisted customers with requests, including ordering specialist stock from publishers.
- Supported cash register operations by scanning items, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
- Assisted in organising promotional events, attracting more customers.
Sales Adviser
o2-UK (Birmingham Bullring)
Birmingham, West Midlands
2005.12 - 2008.06
- Assisted customers with credit checks and handset upgrades.
- Supported colleagues in achieving promotional targets related to phone contracts and product offerings.
- Delivered excellent customer service by addressing and resolving queries, achieving mystery shopper scores of around 90%.
- Resolved customer complaints swiftly, maintaining company reputation.
Administrative Clerk
Primark Ltd.
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
2002.10 - 2005.05
- Assisted store manager with daily operational tasks.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing concerns and responding to questions.
- Counted and deposited daily store takings up to £50,000 per day.
- Maintained cash office checks and balances.
- Oversaw security staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Character Education
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 2023.09 -
Qualified Teacher Status - Secondary Religious Education
West London Partnership
London 2011.04 - 2012.03
Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History And Archaeology
University Of Birmingham
Birmingham 2005.09 - 2008.07
A-Levels - Religious Studies
St. Michael's Catholic High School
WatfordA-Levels - History, English Literature, Music, General Studies
The Hemel Hempstead School
Hemel HempsteadSkills
- Qualified teacher
- Proficient in Windows and Google Classroom
- Interpersonal skills across diverse backgrounds
- Public speaking and training delivery
- Cash management and logistics
- Troubleshooting and solution development
Timeline
Head of Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
Kings Langley School
2023.09 - Current
Master of Arts - Character Education
University of Birmingham
2023.09 -
Head of Religious Education
The Hemel Hempstead School
2015.09 - 2023.08
Head of RE and Worship
Townsend Church of England School
2014.09 - 2015.08
Qualified Teacher Status - Secondary Religious Education
West London Partnership
2011.04 - 2012.03
Head of RE/ Head of KS3 Humanities
Westfield Academy
2011.04 - 2014.08
Cover Supervisor
St. Michael's Catholic High School
2010.09 - 2011.04
Unqualified Teacher
Westfield Academy
2009.06 - 2010.08
Bookseller
Waterstones- University of Birmingham
2008.09 - 2009.02
Sales Adviser
o2-UK (Birmingham Bullring)
2005.12 - 2008.06
Bachelor of Arts - Ancient History And Archaeology
University Of Birmingham
2005.09 - 2008.07
Administrative Clerk
Primark Ltd.
2002.10 - 2005.05
A-Levels - Religious Studies
St. Michael's Catholic High School
A-Levels - History, English Literature, Music, General Studies
The Hemel Hempstead School