- Theatre
- Film
- Yoga
- Horse-riding
Bethan Hughes
Llandegfan,Anglesey
Summary
Dedicated Secondary Drama Teacher and qualified Primary School Teacher with experience in KS2-5 education. Consistent contribution to wider school life though productions, cross-curricular planning and pastoral involvement. Teaching experience includes teaching disadvantaged children, ESL students and pupils with ALN. Background in factual and wildlife television and yoga instruction fosters creative engagement strategies. Committed to inspiring confidence, a love of learning and curiosity in students.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Drama Teacher
St Gerard's School Trust
Bangor, Gwynedd
09.2021 - Current
- Taught Drama across Years 3–13 in a small independent school setting.
- Delivered engaging and effective GCSE and A Level Drama courses (WJEC), achieving results from B–A*.
- Adapted teaching approaches to support students with ALN and pastoral needs within a diverse cohort.
- Provided KS3 English teaching during maternity cover in 2024.
- Directed and produced an annual Junior School musical, Senior School play, and a Nativity/service in Bangor Cathedral in collaboration with the Music Department.
- Worked collaboratively across departments as a single-teacher department, including organising the annual school Eisteddfod with the Welsh Department.
- Collaborated with the History Department to produce the annual Remembrance Assembly.
- Organised educational theatre trips to venues including Shakespeare Playhouse North and theatres in Liverpool, Manchester, and London to enhance student participation and creativity.
- Actively pursued CPD opportunities and facilitated student participation in the National Theatre Student Conference.
- Encouraged student growth by fostering an inclusive environment for peer learning and experimentation in drama activities.
Year 3 Class Teacher (job share)
Stebon Primary School
Tower Hamlets
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Planned and prepared fun, well-structured lessons across the year group (3 classes) in keeping with the thematic curriculum.
- Collaborated with job share colleague to maintain consistency in lesson delivery and pupil engagement.
- Leveraged interactive whiteboard effectively and trained TA to enhance student learning experiences.
- Explored ways of teaching outside the classroom to enhance pupils’ learning and enjoyment, such as a daily mental maths starter in the playground.
- Organised and delivered a phase-wide push to improve times tables learning, which included training for teachers and parents and a tournament.
- Continually assessed children and supported those making less progress.
- Contributed to a dedicated team of teachers focused on improving attainment and wellbeing for a diverse student population, including those from Bangladeshi backgrounds and pupil premium recipients.
Interventions teacher Year 2
Stebon Primary School
Tower Hamlets
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Planned and delivered targeted maths and English lessons for higher attaining Year 2 pupils, enhancing their SATs performance.
- Delivered lessons during teacher absences to uphold high learning standards.
- Guided Year 6 pupils in focused writing sessions, improving their writing proficiency and confidence.
- Facilitated an extra-curricular book club, engaging higher attaining Year 5 and 6 children and fostering a love for reading.
- Supported students as a reader in SATs assessments.
Interventions teacher Years 3&4
Stebon Primary School
Tower Hamlets
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Planned and delivered targeted reading support for Year 4 pupils with low literacy levels, fostering confidence and engagement in reading.
- Planned and delivered Numicon-supported maths lessons for children with severe SEN; training TAs to effectively support learning in class.
- Collaborated with two newly qualified Year 4 class teachers to enhance lesson planning and instructional strategies.
NQT Year 4 Class teacher
Stebon Primary School
Tower Hamlets
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Ensured lessons challenged all pupils while providing accessibility for children with SEN, fostering inclusive learning environment.
- Planned and resourced differentiated lessons to meet diverse learning needs across year group.
- Used Pie Corbett’s storytelling approach to increase literacy attainment.
- Delivered exciting experiences to support pupils’ learning, such as an automaton workshop to support our reading of ‘The Invention of Hugo Cabret’ during the ‘Rise of the Robots’ themed term.
- Achieved Bronze Award in Sapere P4C training, enhancing ability to promote philosophical discussions among children.
Salaried Trainee Teacher
Bygrove Primary School
Tower Hamlets
09.2014 - 07.2015
- Completed teacher training with LETTA Trust and University of Cumbria, actively teaching Year 6 class from first week while leveraging feedback and peer observations for professional growth.
- Implemented formative assessment and growth mindset strategies, enhancing pupils' engagement and learning outcomes.
- Planned and led extra-curricular film club for Year 5&6 pupils, fostering creativity and teamwork among participants.
- Acted as a reader in SATs assessments.
Freelance qualified yoga teacher
11.2012 - 09.2014
- Led daily yoga classes for beginners and advanced students, focusing on improving flexibility, strength, and mental well-being.
- Conducted one-on-one yoga sessions, tailoring instruction to specific needs of clients for enhanced personal development.
- Conducted private and community yoga lessons for diverse groups, including City executives and East London Brownies, fostering wellbeing and mindfulness across varying skill levels.
- Promoted the philosophy of yoga as a lifestyle, incorporating teachings on diet, mindfulness, and self-care into sessions.
TV Researcher /Assistant Producer/Producer
BBC, Betty and Maverick TV
07.2002 - 10.2012
- Researched and coordinated teams of assistant producers, researchers, and runners to establish filming for programmes including ‘Countryfile’, ‘Country House Rescue’, and ‘The Food Hospital’.
- Scripted and produced programme edits, enhancing narrative flow and viewer engagement.
Education
PGCE -
University of Cumbria
London, ENG01-2015
200 hours Yoga Teacher Training -
Yogashala Ibiza
01-2012
BA (Hons) 2.1 -
University of Bristol
01-2002
A Levels - English A, Drama & Television A, French B, AS Level Music B
Ysgol David Hughes
Menai Bridge01-1999
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Assessment
- Rigorous Planning
- Organised
- Efficient
- Highly Motivated
- Adaptable
- Relationship Building
- Approachable
- Teamwork
References
Available on request
Interests
Timeline
Drama Teacher
St Gerard's School Trust
09.2021 - Current
Year 3 Class Teacher (job share)
Stebon Primary School
08.2018 - 12.2019
Interventions teacher Year 2
Stebon Primary School
01.2018 - 07.2018
Interventions teacher Years 3&4
Stebon Primary School
08.2016 - 12.2017
NQT Year 4 Class teacher
Stebon Primary School
08.2015 - 07.2016
Salaried Trainee Teacher
Bygrove Primary School
09.2014 - 07.2015
Freelance qualified yoga teacher
11.2012 - 09.2014
TV Researcher /Assistant Producer/Producer
BBC, Betty and Maverick TV
07.2002 - 10.2012
PGCE -
University of Cumbria
200 hours Yoga Teacher Training -
Yogashala Ibiza
BA (Hons) 2.1 -
University of Bristol
A Levels - English A, Drama & Television A, French B, AS Level Music B
Ysgol David Hughes