April Inglis
Winchester,Hampshire
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in curriculum design, digital content delivery, and educational assessment. Demonstrates proficiency in safeguarding practices, pastoral responsiveness, team collaboration, and project management. Proven track record in performance evaluation, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement. Dedicated to mentoring students and enhancing educational outcomes through innovative strategies.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Lecturer-Foundation
Eastleigh College
01.2018 - 07.2025
- Provided feedback on student work, improved academic performance.
- Enhanced learning outcomes with engaging digital and in class curriculum design and delivery mapped to known and emerging cohort and individual needs.
- Lectured on complex academic and wellbeing subjects for better student understanding and outcomes.
- Responded to specific learner needs, liaising regularly with safeguarding leads and multi agencies to optimise pastoral care and seek opportunities for improved service offerings.
- Developed and delivered a Social Enterprise student led business project that has provided hygiene station across college sites and won an award within the first year.
Tutorial Co-ordinator and content lead
Eastleigh College
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Identified gaps in existing content, leading to comprehensive coverage on all relevant topics.
- Nominated for
- Design and delivery of digital and in person tutorial content that covered established, responsive and emerging RSE and wellbeing themes appropriate to cohort demographics.
- Designed delivery material and quality assured completion of Level 1 Awards in mental health, sexual health and stress management for all 16-19 learners on 3 years rotations.
Dance Level 2 and 3 Course Manager
Eastleigh College
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Closure of curriculum offer.
- Fostered an engaging learning environment to motivate students.
- Developed a comprehensive curriculum for improved student understanding.
- Implemented regular assessments to monitor student progress.
- Worked in tandem with other staff members for coordinated academic planning.
- Choreographed and directed multiple performances and won various competitive awards.
External Verifier/specification writer
Pearson Edexcel
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Maintained confidentiality whilst dealing with sensitive student information and records.
- Oversaw validation processes for new courses, guaranteeing institutional standards met consistently.
- Contributed to annual reports based on observations and findings from examinations process.
- Met regularly with academic staff, discussing potential areas for curriculum enhancement.
- Verified accuracy of grade calculations, ensuring fairness in marking system.
- Fulfilled role as independent arbitrator to resolve disputes over marks or grading decisions.
Head of Performing Arts
Andover College
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Promoted health and safety measures within the department, preventing injuries during rehearsals and performances.
- Streamlined audition process, ensuring fair opportunities for all participants.
- Collaborated with other lecturers to share best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment through open discussions.
- Mentored students during their final year project, ensured successful completion.
- Developed comprehensive course curriculum by aligning with university standards.
- Contributed to departmental meetings and committees for strategic decision-making.
Performing Arts Lecturer
Eastleigh College
01.2001 - 01.2008
- Provided feedback on student work, improved technical, performance and creative academic achievement.
Head of third year research methodologies and dissertation supervisor
University of Winchester
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Assisted students for better project management, resulting in high-quality dissertation s on diverse topics within dance studies.
- Fostered an environment conducive to innovation and learning amongst undergraduate learners which led to several breakthroughs in ongoing research project s.
Performing Arts centre co ordinator/Dance lecturer
South East Essex College
01.1999 - 01.2001
Education
PGCE (PCET) -
University of Greenwich
London 09.1999 - 06.2001
B.A (Hons) - Dance Studies with Drama Studies
University of Winchester
09.1996 - 07.1999
BTEC First and National Diploma's - Performing Arts
Eastleigh College
09.1992 - 06.1996
GCSE - English
Henry Beaufort School
09.1987 - 08.1992
GCSE - Drama
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
GCSE - French
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
GCSE - German
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
GCSE - Maths
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Digital content delivery
- Educational assessment
- Safeguarding practices
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Performance evaluation
- Quality assurance
- Stakeholder engagement
- Mentoring students
Custom
- Level 2 PDA Awareness
- Kahoot Certified Creator
- Level 3 Mindfulness Practitioner
- Level 3 Child Psychology
- Level 2 Autism Awareness
- Nearpod Advanced Practice
- Brook Advisory training in Substance Misuse, Sexual Health and Domestic Violence
- Mandatory training and updates in safeguarding, advanced Behavioural Management, Fire Safety, EHCP Review Writing, Data Protection and Prevent
Accomplishments
Winner South Hampshire college group Collaborative Project 2025
Winner South Hampshire college group Teacher of the Year
Finalist
Timeline
Tutorial Co-ordinator and content lead
Eastleigh College
01.2019 - 01.2024
Lecturer-Foundation
Eastleigh College
01.2018 - 07.2025
Dance Level 2 and 3 Course Manager
Eastleigh College
01.2009 - 01.2019
Head of Performing Arts
Andover College
01.2008 - 01.2009
External Verifier/specification writer
Pearson Edexcel
01.2007 - 01.2010
Head of third year research methodologies and dissertation supervisor
University of Winchester
01.2003 - 01.2005
Performing Arts Lecturer
Eastleigh College
01.2001 - 01.2008
PGCE (PCET) -
University of Greenwich
09.1999 - 06.2001
Performing Arts centre co ordinator/Dance lecturer
South East Essex College
01.1999 - 01.2001
B.A (Hons) - Dance Studies with Drama Studies
University of Winchester
09.1996 - 07.1999
BTEC First and National Diploma's - Performing Arts
Eastleigh College
09.1992 - 06.1996
GCSE - English
Henry Beaufort School
09.1987 - 08.1992
GCSE - Drama
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
GCSE - French
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
GCSE - German
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
GCSE - Maths
Henry Beaufort School
01.1987 - 01.1992
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