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Alison Rodenburg

Alison Rodenburg

Swansea,Wales

Summary

A dedicated professional with a strong focus on enhancing pupil learning and coaching and mentoring staff to upskill themselves. Skilled in adapting information for diverse audiences, promoting cultural and organisational change through effective change management strategies. Known for fostering a collaborative environment with colleagues and health-based stakeholders, prioritising aims within set timescales. Committed to creating a safe, trusting atmosphere by balancing approachability with radical candour. Organised and driven to implement optimal adjustments for individual needs, while promoting the core value of well-being among leaders, teachers, auxiliary staff, pupils, and families.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher / SLT

Ysgol Maes y Coed Special School
Neath, Neath Port Talbot
09.2013 - Current
  • Currently seconded to support and upskill teachers within the authority around techniques to support children with ALN (1 day a week)
  • Delivered Teamteach training for Local Education Authority on positive handling techniques.
  • Led educational initiatives to support pupils with ASD and behavioural challenges.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create a six-session training course for parents.
  • Co-produced Wales wide training package for the WAG on inclusive classrooms and ND strategies.
  • Developed comprehensive plans to minimise restrictive practices in school settings.
  • Assessed student progress, providing constructive feedback to facilitate improvement.
  • Provided weekly support to boost teacher confidence in addressing diverse pupil needs.
  • Planned and led residential activities to enrich learning experiences for pupils.
  • Contributed to an inclusive training package focused on Neurodiversity strategies.


Teacher

Ty Afan Secondary and Primary PRU
Port Talbot, NPTCBC
09.2002 - 07.2013
  • Taught pupils with SEBD in Secondary (2002-2010) and Primary (2012-2013) settings.
  • Supported positive transitions to mainstream education by sharing effective strategies with teachers.
  • Fostered positive relationships to enhance pupil attendance and engagement.
  • Collaborated with parents to improve perceptions and experiences within the education system.
  • Developed pedagogical approaches to engage disengaged learners.

Teacher of GCSE Maths, Science and Numeracy L1/2

Neath Port Talbot CBC
Neath, Neath Port Talbot
09.2010 - 07.2012
  • Developed and led curriculum for GCSE Science and Maths, addressing needs of pupils at risk of NEET.
  • Co-facilitated tailored alternative learning based on individual student ability levels.
  • Fostered strong relationships to engage and motivate pupils, enhancing self-worth in an inclusive setting.
  • Assessed student progress and delivered constructive feedback focused on boosting low self-esteem.
  • Supported colleagues in enhancing session delivery to improve pupil engagement.

Peripatetic Support Teacher

Neath Port Talbot CBC
Neath , Neath Port Talbot
09.2001 - 09.2002

Supported schools and pupils in overcoming daily challenges.

Completed individual sessions with pupils to enhance self-esteem.

Facilitated reviews to rebuild relationships among parents, pupils, and schools.

Upskilled staff in managing pupil behaviour and setting expectations.


Supply Teacher

Neath Port Talbot CBC
Neath, Neath Port Talbot
09.2000 - 09.2001
  • Supported and fostered relationships within secondary mainstream environments to engage pupils effectively.
  • Participated in professional development programmes for skill enhancement.
  • Maintained high expectations for all pupils.
  • Covered curriculum and provided support during absence of regular teachers.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Middle Leadership

UTWTSD
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
06.2012 - 06.2014

BA(Ed) - Primary Education with Biology

University of Exeter
Exeter
09.1996 - 06.2000

Skills

The ability to adapt information for both colleagues and students of all abilities to engage

Focus on environmental impact on pupil learning and engagement

Ability to use change management strategies to promote cultural and organisational change

Collaborative practitionner with colleagues and health based stakeholders with an ability to refocus and use strategies to prioritise aims and objectives within timescales

Approachable but with an understanding of radical candour promoting safe trusting environment with colleagues

Organised and driven to make the best possible adjustments for the individuals we teach within wider environments

Promote Core value of well-being of leaders, teachers, auxillary staff, pupils and families




Affiliations

  • Self care and fitness, Dog Walking, Skiing, Reading, Travel and days out with the family..

Accomplishments

Duke of Edinburgh Award - Gold Level

Coaching and Mentoring Leadership course in the LA.


Languages

Dutch
Intermediate
British Sign Language
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher / SLT

Ysgol Maes y Coed Special School
09.2013 - Current

Diploma of Higher Education - Middle Leadership

UTWTSD
06.2012 - 06.2014

Teacher of GCSE Maths, Science and Numeracy L1/2

Neath Port Talbot CBC
09.2010 - 07.2012

Teacher

Ty Afan Secondary and Primary PRU
09.2002 - 07.2013

Peripatetic Support Teacher

Neath Port Talbot CBC
09.2001 - 09.2002

Supply Teacher

Neath Port Talbot CBC
09.2000 - 09.2001

BA(Ed) - Primary Education with Biology

University of Exeter
09.1996 - 06.2000
Alison Rodenburg