Andy Gill
Kingsbridge,Devon
Summary
Dedicated secondary school Music and Maths teacher with a strong foundation in education and communication, currently transitioning to financial advice. Proven ability to build relationships and engage clients, supported by ongoing studies towards CII R0 qualifications. Committed to leveraging teaching skills in a client-focused financial services role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Secondary School Teacher of Music
Kingsbridge Community College
Kingsbridge, Devon
2024.09 - Current
- Teach Music across KS3–KS5 and Maths across KS3–KS4 to a wide range of students
- Deliver engaging lessons and communicate complex information clearly and effectively
- Build strong professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Contribute to safeguarding and student welfare responsibilities
- Assist with departmental organisation, budgeting processes, and administrative planning
- Led school musical as Musical Director, including managing rehearsals, leading musicians, and coordinating invoices and payments for external band members
- Contributed to strong academic outcomes within the department
Teacher of Music
Prenton High School for Girls
Prenton, Merseyside
2020.09 - 2024.07
- Planned and delivered Music lessons across multiple key stages
- Developed excellent communication and behavioural management skills
- Worked collaboratively within teaching teams to support student achievement and wellbeing
- Organised performances, extracurricular activities, and departmental events
- Maintained accurate administrative records and supported departmental planning
Private Music Teacher
Self employed
Spital, Merseyside
2017.09 - 2022.07
- Ran a successful private music tuition business teaching piano, guitar, music theory, and GCSE Music.
- Developed and maintained a client base through networking and referrals
- Managed all business administration including scheduling, invoicing, income/expenditure tracking, and self-assessment tax returns
- Built long-term client relationships with students and parents
- Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, and business development skills
Education
PGCE with QTS in Secondary Education, Music - Education
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool 08/2018 - 06/2019
Bachelor of Arts - Music and Popular Music
University of Liverpool
Liverpool 09/2015 - 07/2018
A-Levels - English Language, Maths, Music
Wirral Grammar School for Boys
Wirral 09/2013 - 07/2015
GCSEs - Maths, English Language
St. Anselm's College
Birkenhead, Wirral 09/2011 - 07/2013
Skills
Communication & Presentation
Relationship Building
Client Engagement
Commercial Awareness
Organisation & Administration
Leadership & Team Management
Networking & Business Development
Microsoft Office Skills
Budgeting & Financial Organisation
Public Speaking
Safeguarding & Professional Responsibility
Investment Knowledge
Affiliations
- Strong personal interest in investment markets and personal finance, including knowledge of the FTSE 250 and long-term financial planning Regular tennis player and competitive poker player, demonstrating analytical thinking and decision-making under pressure Full experience working in customer-facing environments including retail and hospitality roles
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Secondary School Teacher of Music
Kingsbridge Community College
2024.09 - Current
Teacher of Music
Prenton High School for Girls
2020.09 - 2024.07
Private Music Teacher
Self employed
2017.09 - 2022.07
PGCE with QTS in Secondary Education, Music - Education
Liverpool John Moores University
08/2018 - 06/2019
Bachelor of Arts - Music and Popular Music
University of Liverpool
09/2015 - 07/2018
A-Levels - English Language, Maths, Music
Wirral Grammar School for Boys
09/2013 - 07/2015
GCSEs - Maths, English Language
St. Anselm's College
09/2011 - 07/2013