Catherine Burnside
Chelmsford,Essex
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in governance knowledge and education advocacy. Demonstrates exceptional skills in board meeting coordination and legislative knowledge, effectively engaging stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives. Committed to advancing educational policies and fostering collaborative environments for impactful decision-making.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Director of Governance & Compliance
SEAX Trust
Brentwood, Essex
08.2018 - Current
- Oversaw governance operations at Trust and local level.
- Advised board members on strategic compliance with statutory frameworks.
- Organised governance meeting calendar to ensure timely discussions.
- Facilitated recruitment of Trustees, members, and governors through electronic elections.
- Ensured successful induction of Trustees, members, and governors.
- Arranged external reviews of governance and facilitated Board self-reflection sessions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of governance in education sector.
- Clerked all governance meetings, including panels for complaints and exclusions.
Clerk to Governors
Juniper Clerks (previous EES for Schools)
Chelmsford, Essex
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Maintained accurate minutes for meetings at seven schools across Essex.
- Collaborated with Chairs of Governors and Headteachers to collate agendas.
- Advised Boards on compliance with statutory frameworks to ensure governance integrity.
Supply Teacher
Prospero Education
Chelmsford, Essex
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Demonstrated professionalism whilst interacting with students, staff and parents alike.
- Delivered lesson content clearly, enhancing students' comprehension of subjects.
- Provided day to day cover in primary schools across Essex
Teacher of History and Politics
The Campion School
Hornchurch, Havering
09.2014 - 04.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
Teacher of History
The Bishop Stortford High School
Bishop Stortford, Hertfordshire
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Taught Key Stage 3 to 5
- Tailored teaching style according to individual student needs, ensuring academic success for all learners.
- Conducted field trips to museums and historical sites, promoting a tangible connection to course content.
- Fostered critical thinking skills, enhancing analytical capabilities of students.
- Updated knowledge through continuous professional development courses; enriched teaching quality as a result.
Education
Level 4 Certificate - Academy Governance
The Chartered Governance Institute
London, UK 11.2018 - 11.2019
Postgraduate Certificate of Education - History
Institute of Education, University College London
London, UK 09.2012 - 08.2013
Master of Arts - Modern History
Kings College London
London, UK 09.2008 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - History
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham 09.2005 - 08.2008
A-Levels - History, Government & Politics, English Literature
Ilford Ursuline High School
Ilford 09.2003 - 08.2005
GCSEs - 9 GCSEs inc. English and Maths
Ilford Ursuline High School
Ilford, UK 09.2002 - 08.2003
Skills
- Governance knowledge
- Education advocacy
- Board meeting coordination
- Legislative knowledge
- Stakeholder engagement
Affiliations
- Volunteers at two schools as parent governor, serving on panels and as SEND Link
- Listening to podcasts
- Crochet
- Reading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Level 4 Certificate - Academy Governance
The Chartered Governance Institute
11.2018 - 11.2019
Director of Governance & Compliance
SEAX Trust
08.2018 - Current
Clerk to Governors
Juniper Clerks (previous EES for Schools)
04.2016 - 08.2018
Supply Teacher
Prospero Education
04.2015 - 09.2015
Teacher of History and Politics
The Campion School
09.2014 - 04.2015
Teacher of History
The Bishop Stortford High School
09.2013 - 09.2014
Postgraduate Certificate of Education - History
Institute of Education, University College London
09.2012 - 08.2013
Master of Arts - Modern History
Kings College London
09.2008 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - History
Royal Holloway, University of London
09.2005 - 08.2008
A-Levels - History, Government & Politics, English Literature
Ilford Ursuline High School
09.2003 - 08.2005
GCSEs - 9 GCSEs inc. English and Maths
Ilford Ursuline High School
09.2002 - 08.2003