Beth Cooke
Kidderminster
Summary
A professional with strong writing skills tailored to diverse purposes, able to fit seamlessly into new teams. Demonstrates good listening skills, complemented by confidence in speaking with new people. Currently looking for new employment which will help with a better work-life balance and which will make a real difference for people's lives, working with colleagues with the same passion and drive.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Primary school teacher
Foley Park Academy
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
2023.09 - Current
- Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a conducive space for learning.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Encouraged open communication amongst pupils fostering respect for diversity.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
- Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Communicated with parents and other schools regarding children's attainment and progress
- Followed safeguarding procedures in order to keep children safe.
Primary assistant teacher
Birchen Coppice Academy
Kidderminster, Worcestershire
2020.09 - 2023.08
- Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a conducive space for learning.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Encouraged open communication amongst pupils fostering respect for diversity.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
- Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Communicated with parents and other schools regarding children's attainment and progress
- Followed safeguarding procedures in order to keep children safe.
Primary school teacher
Fibbersley Park Academy
Willenhall, Walsall
2017.09 - 2020.08
- Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a conducive space for learning.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Encouraged open communication amongst pupils fostering respect for diversity.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
- Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Communicated with parents and other schools regarding children's attainment and progress
- Followed safeguarding procedures in order to keep children safe.
Insurance claims handler
Zurich Insurance
Birmingham, West Midlands
2011.03 - 2017.08
- Liaised effectively with other departments to streamline processes.
- Communicating by phone and email with solicitors, policy holders and third parties, maintaining professionalism throughout.
- Identified fraudulent activities by conducting detailed reviews of each claim submitted.
- Managed high volumes of cases to ensure smooth workflow.
- Addressed customer queries promptly.
Various admin/reception roles
Reed Employment
London
2008.01 - 2011.03
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills and procedures.
- Supported various teams by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Dealing with the public face-to-face and by telephone, answering any queries they may have.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English and Theatre Studies
University of Wales, Bangor
Bangor, Wales 2002.09 - 2005.07
Qualified Teacher Status
Victoria Academies Trust
Smethwick, Sandwell 2016.09 - 2017.07
Skills
- Good listening skills, both with school children and staff members
- Confident speaking with new people
- Strong writing skills, tailored to the purpose required
- Able to fit into new teams easily
Timeline
Primary school teacher
Foley Park Academy
2023.09 - Current
Primary assistant teacher
Birchen Coppice Academy
2020.09 - 2023.08
Primary school teacher
Fibbersley Park Academy
2017.09 - 2020.08
Qualified Teacher Status
Victoria Academies Trust
2016.09 - 2017.07
Insurance claims handler
Zurich Insurance
2011.03 - 2017.08
Various admin/reception roles
Reed Employment
2008.01 - 2011.03
Bachelor of Arts - English and Theatre Studies
University of Wales, Bangor
2002.09 - 2005.07