Clare Longhurst
Windsor,Berkshire
Summary
A professional with extensive experience in managing diverse interactions with parents, customers, and colleagues, demonstrating high-level diplomacy across various communication channels. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of IT systems and office equipment, ensuring data accuracy and up-to-date filing systems. Skilled in high-pressure environments, adept at multitasking and prioritising tasks while responding to emergencies. Holds a broad understanding of medical terminology and practices from multiple perspectives, coupled with a strong awareness of health and safety standards. Maintains confidentiality in all situations and upholds high standards with flexibility to adapt as needed. Eager to acquire new skills that enhance professional growth.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work history
Headteacher - Special Educational Needs
Lindon Bennett School
Hounslow, Middlesex
2013.09 - 2025.04
- Oversight of strategic and operational management of the school and it's staff.
Deputy Headteacher
Arbor Vale School
Slough, Berkshire
2003.01 - 2013.08
- Teacher in charge of the Early Years Autism Base
- Head of Primary Autism
- Director of Inclusive/Personalised Learning
- Assistant Headteacher
Middle/Senior Leader
The Castle School
Newbury, West Berkshire
1997.09 - 2002.12
- Head of Early Years
- Assistant Head
Samaritan Volunteer
Samaritans
1993.10 - 1998.12
- Listener
- Leaders
- Secretary
- Prison Co-ordinator
Special Needs Classteacher
Frank Wise School
Banbury, Oxfordshire
1991.09 - 1997.08
- Primary SEND Classteacher
Carer/Nursing Auxiliary
Agency
Newbury/Sheffield
1987.08 - 1991.08
Care work in nursing/care homes, hospitals, community settings and family homes.
Live-In nanny for a little girl with complex needs
The Bland Family
Newbury, West Berkshire
1986.09 - 1987.07
Day-to-day care for a little girl with profound multiple learning difficulties including epilepsy and her newborn baby brother.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Teaching Children with Severe Learning Difficulties
Birmingham University - Westhill College
Birmingham 1987.09 - 07/1991
Skills
- I am very used to dealing with both
parents/customers, other professionals and
colleagues with a high level of diplomacy in vastly
differing situations, both face to face, via email and
over the telephone - I have an extensive knowledge of using many
different IT systems and office equipment and have
always been quick to become very familiar with
any new systems, and am very aware of the
importance of all data and filing systems being
both accurate and up to date - I am used to working in a high pressure
environment where I have had to use my own
initiative, as well as being part of a team - to both
multitask and prioritise the order in which tasks are
completed, including responding to emergency
situations - Throughout my career and as a parent/carer, I have acquired quite an extensive knowledge from differing perspectives of both medical terminology, different medical conditions and medical/health practices
- I have a high level of general health and safety
awareness - I am very aware of the need for confidentiality in
all situations - I pride myself on having high standards yet being
willing to be flexible as needed and am keen to learn any new skills that might be needed
Affiliations
- Cooking, Gardening, Pets, DIY, Knitting, Crochet
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Headteacher - Special Educational Needs
Lindon Bennett School
2013.09 - 2025.04
Deputy Headteacher
Arbor Vale School
2003.01 - 2013.08
Middle/Senior Leader
The Castle School
1997.09 - 2002.12
Samaritan Volunteer
Samaritans
1993.10 - 1998.12
Special Needs Classteacher
Frank Wise School
1991.09 - 1997.08
Bachelor of Education - Teaching Children with Severe Learning Difficulties
Birmingham University - Westhill College
1987.09 - 07/1991
Carer/Nursing Auxiliary
Agency
1987.08 - 1991.08
Live-In nanny for a little girl with complex needs
The Bland Family
1986.09 - 1987.07