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Anna McCann

Chatham,Kent

Summary

Education professional with expertise in Ofsted regulations and education law. Proven ability in designing effective professional development programs and implementing trauma-informed practices for special educational needs. Skilled in lesson observation, feedback, and de-escalation techniques, committed to creating inclusive learning environments that enhance student engagement and success.

Seasoned professional in educational sector, specialising in leadership and school administration. Eager to bring innovative strategies to improve academic results and foster positive learning environment. Gifted in fostering collaborative relationships with all school stakeholders and implementing robust educational programmes to enhance student engagement and achievement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Assistant Headteacher/SENCO

Serenity School
Maidstone, Kent
09.2024 - Current
  • Advocated for continuous professional development for staff members resulting in improved teaching quality.
  • Bolstered staff morale with regular team-building activities.
  • Established comprehensive safeguarding policies to ensure pupil wellbeing at all times.
  • Implemented new learning strategies, promoting academic improvement across all year groups.
  • Led parent-teacher meetings, fostering open dialogue regarding student progress and concerns.
  • Identified areas of improvement through rigorous assessment procedures resulting in raised attainment levels.
  • Promoted positive behaviour amongst students by introducing effective disciplinary measures.
  • Supported SEN pupils throughout their learning journey, ensuring equal access to opportunities for all students.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with parents for improved student support.
  • Promoted inclusive culture, exemplary behaviour and high attendance rates through staff training.
  • Monitored, evaluated and improved quality of teaching in teaching and support setting through lesson observations and support teachers in person.

SENCO

Hillview School for Girls
Tonbridge, Kent
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Inclusion Centre Manager

The Robert Napier School
Gillingham, Kent
06.2023 - 04.2024

Running the inclusion centre arranging work and interventions to students for their time at the inclusion unit.

Maintaining records of students attending and co-ordinating work from teachers.

SENCO ( Maternity cover)

The John Wallis Church of England School
Ashford, Kent
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Executed day-to-day duties with accuracy and efficiency, contributing to smooth operations.
  • Acquired and utilised new skills to enhance daily tasks, facilitating improved workflow.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect and friendliness while assisting colleagues.
  • Lead EHCP reviews with parents and external agencies.
  • Applied for EHCPs collating information from teachers to support applications.

Lead Teacher

Compass Coastal Park
Folkestone, Kent
12.2020 - 06.2022
  • Enhanced student engagement with innovative lesson planning.
  • Ensured adherence to national education standards whilst delivering curriculum content effectively.
  • Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring materials were readily available.
  • Reinforced school values amongst students through daily interactions and teachings.
  • Utilised formative assessments, facilitating personalised instruction approaches for students' needs.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher meetings to discuss children's academic progress and behavioural issues.

Education

QTS - English

Equalitas
Kent
09.2001 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Politics/English

University of Greenwich
City of london
10.1995 - 06.2000

A-Levels - A level equivalents/ International Baccalaureate

Laajasalon Lukio
Finland
08.1983 - 05.1986

Skills

  • Knowledge of ofsted regulations
  • Knowledge in education law
  • Pedagogical knowledge
  • Professional development programmes design
  • Special educational needs experience
  • PRICE trainer for current education setting with good knowledge of de-escalation techniques
  • Experience of trauma informed practise
  • Inclusion strategies
  • Lesson observation and feedback
  • Pupil engagement
  • Curriculum development

Affiliations

  • Literature, cinema, theatre, learning new languages and cultures.

Timeline

Assistant Headteacher/SENCO

Serenity School
09.2024 - Current

SENCO

Hillview School for Girls
04.2024 - 07.2024

Inclusion Centre Manager

The Robert Napier School
06.2023 - 04.2024

SENCO ( Maternity cover)

The John Wallis Church of England School
06.2022 - 06.2023

Lead Teacher

Compass Coastal Park
12.2020 - 06.2022

QTS - English

Equalitas
09.2001 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Politics/English

University of Greenwich
10.1995 - 06.2000

A-Levels - A level equivalents/ International Baccalaureate

Laajasalon Lukio
08.1983 - 05.1986
Anna McCann