Anna Martin
Newton Abbot,Devon
Summary
Experienced educator and senior leadership professional with over two decades of expertise in curriculum design, data-driven strategies, and whole-school improvement planning. Proven success in leading mathematics initiatives, driving pupil attainment through targeted interventions, and enhancing teaching practices to ensure consistency across year groups. Skilled in coaching and mentoring colleagues, preparing pupils for KS2 SATs with tailored strategies, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Adept at analysing assessment data to inform strategic decisions and delivering measurable outcomes aligned with national standards. Committed to advancing educational excellence through innovative leadership and collaborative staff development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Senior Leadership Team and Maths Lead
Lift Barton Hill
Torquay, Devon
09.2012 - Current
- Led mathematics across the school, driving the development and implementation of a new curriculum aligned with national expectations.
- Drove an upward trend in pupil attainment and progress in maths through implementation of targeted interventions and provision of staff support.
- Analysed assessment data to identify gaps and inform whole-school strategies.
- Enhanced maths teaching practices and ensured consistency across year groups.
- Facilitated preparation of Year 6 pupils for KS2 SATs, ensuring strong outcomes through tailored learning strategies.
- Spearheaded whole-school improvement planning and monitoring initiatives.
Teacher
Kirton Primary School
Kirton, Boston, Lincolnshire
01.2007 - 02.2012
Teacher
Upton Primary School
Upton, Pontefract, West Yorkshire
01.2002 - 12.2006
Education
PGCE Primary
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield2001
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
Middlesex University
London2000
A-Levels - Food and Nutrition, Religious Studies
Newton Abbot Sixth Form
Newton Abbot, DEV1996
GCSEs -
Knowles Hill School
Newton Abbot, DEV1994
Skills
- Curriculum design and implementation
- Data analysis and raising attainment
- Leadership and staff development
- KS2 SATs preparation and intervention strategies
- Classroom management and behaviour for learning
- Whole-school improvement planning
- Coaching and mentoring colleagues
Certification
- National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership - gained 2006
- National Professional Qualification for Headship - awaiting outcome August 2028
Timeline
Teacher, Senior Leadership Team and Maths Lead
Lift Barton Hill
09.2012 - Current
Teacher
Kirton Primary School
01.2007 - 02.2012
Teacher
Upton Primary School
01.2002 - 12.2006
PGCE Primary
University of Hertfordshire
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
Middlesex University
A-Levels - Food and Nutrition, Religious Studies
Newton Abbot Sixth Form
GCSEs -
Knowles Hill School