Amanda J. Kaddu
Southend on Sea,Essex
Summary
Experienced and reliable teaching professional with a strong background in curriculum development and differentiated instruction of Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 English Language and Literature. Friendly, open and approachable leader with proven success in innovative teaching methods to enhance student engagement and academic performance. Offers developed organisational skills to support the team and a commitment to advancing educational excellence through teacher training and mentoring initiatives. Maintains ethical standards, adheres to safeguarding policies and promotes diversity to create an inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher of English
OCTAVIA HOUSE SCHOOLS
South Woodham, Essex
2025.04 - 2026.06
- Planned and delivered KS3 English lessons adapted for neurodiverse SEND and SEMH learners, which increased academic progress.
- Planned and delivered engaging KS4 Functional Skills English lessons, to prepare them for examinations and enhance their chances of exam success.
- Integrated therapeutic approaches with teaching, which improved pupils' social, emotional skills and attendance.
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
NORTH EAST LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST (NELFT)
2024.01 - 2025.04
- Conducted Initial Assessments and developed comprehensive care plans in line with individual patients' needs and preferences.
- Completed Risk Assessments to safeguard individuals from harm.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring all clients received timely care.
- Delivered 1:1 and group CBT treatments, parent groups, psychoeducation and workshops, contributing to a reported success rate of 82% in Southend, Essex and Thurrock.
- Maintained meticulous records of patients' progress and observed strict confidentiality protocols whilst dealing with sensitive client information.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and liaised with social services to secure necessary support systems for vulnerable individuals.
- Supervised junior staff and oversaw their caseloads to maintain quality of care.
- Onboarded new schools and liaised with school senior leaders to integrate the service into their setting, contributing to 144 schools in total acorss the service.
- Facilitated staff training in educational settings to raise awareness of mental health.
- Adhered to information governance, GPDR and all statutory guidance for working with young people.
Role Model
ROLE MODELS
London
2020.07 - 2024.05
- Delivered online life-skills courses to children, aged between 6 and 13 years old across the UK and worldwide.
- Co-facilitated in-person life skill programmes during the school holidays.
- Provided professional and positive brand representation.
CYP-IAPT Trainee CBT Therapist
NORTH EAST LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST (NELFT)
2023.01 - 2023.12
- Conducted Initial Assessments and created personalised care plans in line with clients' needs and preferences to promote positive behaviour change.
- Completed Risk Assessments to safeguard against all forms of harm.
- Adapted therapy depending on the client's unique circumstances, leading to more personalised care.
- Worked closely with families, providing them necessary support, guidance and psychoeducation.
- Attended university, completed assignments and kept abreast of latest research, ensuring best practice standards were upheld.
- Participated in weekly supervision, monthly safeguarding supervision and completed all mandatory training to facilitate best practice.
- Practiced confidentiality, equality and diversity policies to adhere to professional practice standards in accordance with ethical guidelines.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop holistic treatment plans.
- Positively contributed to embedding the service within schools across my locality, forging strong, collaborative relationships between education and healthcare.
Education Mental Health Practitioner
NORTH EAST LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST (NELFT)
2022.01 - 2022.12
- Completed Initial Assessments and Risk Assessments with young people in educational settings.
- Developed comprehensive care plans in line with individual patients' needs and preferences.
- Delivered evidence-based, 1:1 high-intensity CBT therapy as well as low-intensity CBT manuals, depending on need.
- Planned and delivered group therapy to parents/carers, children and young people in educational settings.
- Measured and evaluated impact of all interventions using online assessment tools and qualitative feedback.
- Attended triage meetings with CAMHS, HCRG and school nursing.
- Planned and delivered outcome-focused interventions, promoting independence, social inclusion and recovery.
- Kept patient health records up-to-date and accurate.
- Participated in regular case reviews, ensuring updated treatment strategies were implemented.
Secondary English Tutor
THE TUITION POD
, Essex
2020.03 - 2021.02
- Planned and delivered individualised English tuition (online and in-person) to KS3 and KS4 pupils to address gaps in understanding.
- Sessions were targeted to meet tutees' individual needs/level and the exam board they were being entered for so pupils were prepared for examinations. This resulted in improved test scores.
- Coordinated with parents/carers to ensure consistent improvement.
- Utilised multimedia resources to enhance the learning experience of pupils,.
- All KS4 pupils either achieved or surpassed their target GCSE grades at the end of their tuition.
Teacher of English and Media Studies/KS3 Coordinator for English
THE KING EDMUND SCHOOL
Rochford, Essex
2016.09 - 2020.02
- Developed differentiated, accessible KS3 and KS4 English and Media lessons and English Language A Level lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
- Applied various instructional approaches, experiential learning and self-assessment to increase retention and understanding and adapted diverse teaching methods to boost student focus.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
- Prepared students for standardised tests by tracking progress using formative and summative assessments, contributing to their successful performance.
- Liaised with parents regularly for better student progress tracking.
- Performed pastoral duties, as a form tutor.
Teacher of English, GCSE Media, GCSE Film Studies and A Level Media Studies
SHENFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Shenfield, Essex
2012.01 - 2016.07
- Developed high-quality KS3, KS4, KS5 English lessons, GCSE Media lessons and KS5 Media and Film studies lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
- Prepared students for standardised tests by tracking progress using formative and summative assessments, contributing to their successful performance.
- Liaised with parents regularly for better student progress tracking.
- Performed pastoral duties, as a form tutor.
Secondary English Tutor
KING JOHN SCHOOL
Benfleet, Essex
2011.10 - 2011.12
- Enhanced pupil comprehension by creating engaging, individualised tuition lessons to selected KS3 and KS4 pupils who required skills interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers to address gaps in pupil knowledge and increase their understanding for enhanced performance.
- Developed individual learning strategies to improve written communication skills and prepare them for examinations.
NQT (Secondary English), Instructor of English, Cover Supervisor
JAMES HORNSBY HIGH SCHOOL
Laindon, Essex
2010.09 - 2011.07
- Attended university days and training events to develop pedagogical practices and obtain Qualified Teacher Status.
- Compiled folders of evidence to demonstrate proficiency in the Teacher’s Standards.
- Planned and delivered effective KS3 and KS4 English lessons for inclusive education of special needs pupils, EAL pupils and promote improved academic confidence.
- Positively contributed to staff meetings and curriculum planning events.
- Completed summative and formative assessments to track progress and. ensure strong academic outcomes.
- Communicated with parents/carers via reports and parent evenings.
- Supervised classes during short-term teacher absences.
Education
NCFE CACHE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE - Understanding Autism
West Lancashire College
Skelmersdale 2025.02 - 2025.04
Postgraduate Diploma - Children and Young Person IAPT Therapy
University College London (UCL) With Anna Freud National Centre For Children And Families
London 2023.01 - 2023.12
Post-Graduate Diploma - Brief Evidence-Based Psychological Treatments for the Education Setting
UNIVERSITY OF READING
Reading 2021.01 - 2021.12
GTP - SECONDARY ENGLISH
University of Essex, Southend Teacher Training Partnership
Southend-on-Sea 2009.01 - 2010.01
MA - Applied Linguistics: Sociocultural Approaches
GOLDSMITH'S COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
London 2006.01 - 2007.01
First Class Honours - Language and Education (LANED)
UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON
Barking 2003.01 - 2006.01
Associate Degree - Applied Arts (Fine Arts)
BARBADOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Barbados 2001.01 - 2003.01
A Level - General Studies (B); AS Level Art (A); AS Level English Literature (B)
HAVERING SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
Hornchurch 2000.01 - 2001.01
GCSEs - Art (A); English Language (A); English Literature (B); Mathematics (B); Chemistry (A); Physics (C); Biology (D); Graphic Products (A); History (B); Spanish (B)
MARSHALL’S PARK SCHOOL
Romford 1995.01 - 2000.01
Skills
- Literate in Microsoft Office Applications and Zoom Conference
- Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 English teaching
- Literacy promotion, punctuation mastery, English grammar expertise and technical writing
- Smart classroom technology and Interactive Whiteboard usage
- Differentiation/special needs accommodation and support
- Instructional design and curriculum development
- Student motivation techniques, classroom management and student behaviour management
- Examination preparation methods, academic marking and pupil assessment
- Constructive feedback giving
- Public speaking competence and engaging presentation style
- Peer collaboration, teacher training and mentoring
- Parent-Teacher liaison and reporting
- Record-keeping efficiency
- Upholding ethical standards, education policies and knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Pastoral care
- Patience and empathy
REFEREES
- People Coordinator, people@ohs.uk, 020 3651 4396, OCTAVIA HOUSE SCHOOLS
- Human Resources, references&IDbadges@nelft.nhs.uk, 0300 555 1200, NORTH EAST LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST (NELFT).
- Both referees can be contacted prior to interview.
HOBBIES
Yoga / meditation, Walking and going to the gym, Salsa dancing, Reading, Learning Spanish
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
I have an up-to-date, enhanced DBS (I am on the update scheme). I have my own car and am able to travel for work.
Timeline
Teacher of English
OCTAVIA HOUSE SCHOOLS
2025.04 - 2026.06
NCFE CACHE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE - Understanding Autism
West Lancashire College
2025.02 - 2025.04
Senior Mental Health Practitioner
NORTH EAST LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST (NELFT)
2024.01 - 2025.04
Postgraduate Diploma - Children and Young Person IAPT Therapy
University College London (UCL) With Anna Freud National Centre For Children And Families
2023.01 - 2023.12
CYP-IAPT Trainee CBT Therapist
NORTH EAST LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST (NELFT)
2023.01 - 2023.12
Education Mental Health Practitioner
NORTH EAST LONDON FOUNDATION TRUST (NELFT)
2022.01 - 2022.12
Post-Graduate Diploma - Brief Evidence-Based Psychological Treatments for the Education Setting
UNIVERSITY OF READING
2021.01 - 2021.12
Role Model
ROLE MODELS
2020.07 - 2024.05
Secondary English Tutor
THE TUITION POD
2020.03 - 2021.02
Teacher of English and Media Studies/KS3 Coordinator for English
THE KING EDMUND SCHOOL
2016.09 - 2020.02
Teacher of English, GCSE Media, GCSE Film Studies and A Level Media Studies
SHENFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
2012.01 - 2016.07
Secondary English Tutor
KING JOHN SCHOOL
2011.10 - 2011.12
NQT (Secondary English), Instructor of English, Cover Supervisor
JAMES HORNSBY HIGH SCHOOL
2010.09 - 2011.07
GTP - SECONDARY ENGLISH
University of Essex, Southend Teacher Training Partnership
2009.01 - 2010.01
MA - Applied Linguistics: Sociocultural Approaches
GOLDSMITH'S COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
2006.01 - 2007.01
First Class Honours - Language and Education (LANED)
UNIVERSITY OF EAST LONDON
2003.01 - 2006.01
Associate Degree - Applied Arts (Fine Arts)
BARBADOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
2001.01 - 2003.01
A Level - General Studies (B); AS Level Art (A); AS Level English Literature (B)
HAVERING SIXTH FORM COLLEGE
2000.01 - 2001.01
GCSEs - Art (A); English Language (A); English Literature (B); Mathematics (B); Chemistry (A); Physics (C); Biology (D); Graphic Products (A); History (B); Spanish (B)
MARSHALL’S PARK SCHOOL
1995.01 - 2000.01