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Anthony Lucas

Salisbury,Wiltshire

Summary

Dedicated educator with extensive expertise in curriculum development and pedagogical leadership. Proven track record in delivering GCSE and A-Level courses, complemented by strong skills in student assessment analysis and classroom management. Known for the ability to motivate students through engaging mathematics revision booster sessions, demonstrating patience and understanding. Committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that supports academic excellence and personal growth.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of Mathematics

MLP Wyvern St Edmund's
Salisbury, Wiltshire
2017.10 - Current
  • Facilitated study groups that supported students in preparing for exams.
  • Developed lesson plans tailored to individual learning preferences to aid in understanding.
  • Administered assessments regularly to help gauge student progress and provide feedback.
  • Set high expectations for academic progress and classroom behaviour through well-focused teaching and discipline.
  • Assessed and recorded pupils' progress to monitor academic progress and challenges.
  • Identified clear teaching and learning objectives and determined appropriate delivery methods.
  • Catered to different learning styles using diverse teaching methods and formats.
  • Built comprehensive understanding of mathematical concepts, methods, and vocabulary.
  • Raised standards and attainment levels with test-centric approach.
  • Assigned homework and out-of-class activities to underscore course concepts.
  • Reviewed assessment information and learning modalities to inform curriculum development.
  • Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
  • Exceeded target exam results for department attainment.

Deputy Head Teacher

The Grange School
Christchurch, Dorset
2004.01 - 2017.10
  • Managed teaching and learning development to better student attainment standards.
  • Monitored and evaluated classroom practice throughout school and recommended improvements.
  • Created strategic plans aligning with school mission and vision.
  • Liaised with governing bodies, strengthening school's external relations.
  • Oversaw resource allocation to enhance teaching-learning process effectively.
  • Managed disciplinary issues, ensuring safe and respectful learning environment.
  • Coordinated teacher training sessions for professional growth and development.
  • Developed curriculum for improved student performance and meet national targets.
  • Deputised in head teacher's absence to lead high-achieving teaching staff.
  • Helped head teacher develop accurate account of school performance to governors, parents and other stakeholders.
  • Supported head teacher in revising and implementing upgraded School Development Plans.
  • Recruited and hired qualified staff to build successful education team.

Head of Mathematics

St Edmund's Girls' School
Salisbury, Wiltshire
2000.09 - 2023.12
  • Facilitated higher pass rates through use of innovative teaching methods.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and provide professional development opportunities.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication about students' progress.
  • Enhanced learning environment for more effective teaching.
  • Supported fellow staff during inspection periods; elevated school's official rating performance.
  • Increased student interest in mathematics by implementing engaging lesson plans.
  • Established clear objectives for all lessons and projects to maintain high performance standards.
  • Developed and executed training programmes for junior staff members, boosted team competency levels.
  • Coordinated after-school mathematics club activities, increased student participation in mathematical challenges.
  • Led team of educators for consistent teaching approach across department.
  • Carried out regular assessment of pupil progress, identified areas for improvement.
  • Reviewed and revised school's mathematics curriculum, ensured alignment with national standards and in doing so improved overall quality of education.
  • Managed departmental resources efficiently to promote optimal use.
  • Provided clear structures for lessons maintaining pace, motivation and challenge.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
  • Set high expectations for academic progress and classroom behaviour through well-focused teaching and discipline.
  • Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments.
  • Raised standards and attainment levels with test-centric approach.
  • Implemented Assessment for Learning strategies and encouraged self-assessment.
  • Reviewed assessment information and learning modalities to inform curriculum development.

Deputy Head of Mathematics

Lychettt Minster School
Lychett Minster, Dorset
1997.09 - 2000.08
  • Prepared students for A-Level examinations, resulting in successful outcomes.
  • Assisted in developing assessment system for KS3.
  • Supported head of department in managing large team of maths teachers.

Teacher of Mathematics and Head of Year

City of Portsmouth Boys' School
Portsmouth, Hampshire
1993.09 - 1997.08

Taught GCSE mathematics from probationary year.

  • Maintained detailed records of each student's progress throughout the academic year.
  • Implemented innovative teaching techniques to facilitate student learning.

Appointed Head of Year within two years.

  • Partnered with parents for consistent communication about children's progress, contributing towards home-school collaboration.

Heat Exchange Engineering Procurer

Poole Process Equipment
Poole, Dorset
1990.09 - 1992.09

Sources resources and competitively quoted for provision of heat exchangers built to exacting technical specifications.

Trainee Accountant

KPMG Peat Marwick McLIntock
Manchester, Greater Manchester
1988.10 - 1990.08

Worked as part of an audit team verifying client annual accounts.

Accounts Clerk

Deloitte Haskins & Sell
Chester, Cheshire
1984.09 - 1985.09

Prepared VAT Returns and sole trader annual accounts.

Education

BSc - Engineering

University College London
London
1983.10 - 1984.07

PGCE - 11 - 18 Secondary Mathematics

Southampton University
Southampton
1992.09 - 1993.08

A Levels - Further Pure Maths, Further Applied Maths, Physics, General Studies

Heber High School
Malpas, Cheshire
1981.09 - 1983.07

BSC Hon.s - Accounting & Financial Analysis

University of Warwick
Warwickshire
1985.10 - 1988.06

Skills

Expertise in Curriculum

  • GCSE delivery
  • A-Level teaching experience
  • Pedagogical leadership
  • Student assessment analysis
  • Ability to motivate students
  • Classroom management
  • Mathematics revision booster sessions
  • Patience and understanding

Timeline

Teacher of Mathematics

MLP Wyvern St Edmund's
2017.10 - Current

Deputy Head Teacher

The Grange School
2004.01 - 2017.10

Head of Mathematics

St Edmund's Girls' School
2000.09 - 2023.12

Deputy Head of Mathematics

Lychettt Minster School
1997.09 - 2000.08

Teacher of Mathematics and Head of Year

City of Portsmouth Boys' School
1993.09 - 1997.08

PGCE - 11 - 18 Secondary Mathematics

Southampton University
1992.09 - 1993.08

Heat Exchange Engineering Procurer

Poole Process Equipment
1990.09 - 1992.09

Trainee Accountant

KPMG Peat Marwick McLIntock
1988.10 - 1990.08

BSC Hon.s - Accounting & Financial Analysis

University of Warwick
1985.10 - 1988.06

Accounts Clerk

Deloitte Haskins & Sell
1984.09 - 1985.09

BSc - Engineering

University College London
1983.10 - 1984.07

A Levels - Further Pure Maths, Further Applied Maths, Physics, General Studies

Heber High School
1981.09 - 1983.07
Anthony Lucas