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Darren Locke

Madeley,Cheshire

Summary

Accomplished professional with a strong background in strategic leadership and visioning, effective delegation, and staff management. Demonstrates resilience and perseverance in achieving quality assurance and safeguarding procedures. Known for communication excellence and initiative-taking, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety as a first-aid certified individual. Career goals include leveraging skills to drive organisational success and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Headteacher

Cheshire East Council
Crewe, Cheshire East
09.2009 - Current
  • Boosted school's profile, securing higher quality staff and student engagement
  • Introduced modern educational strategies to improve learning outcomes
  • Implemented National curriculum, maintaining continuous resource availability for teachers and students
  • Expertly managed daily operations for over 30 staff
  • Organised successful school events, boosting student engagement and participation
  • Worked with local organisations to enhance student enrichment programmes
  • Managed school budget effectively, optimising resource allocation
  • Enhanced community engagement methods to increase programme outreach
  • Cultivated and sustained strong working relationships with stakeholders
  • Led and managed daily school operations
  • Served as Designated Safeguarding Lead
  • Led school through five successful OFSTED inspections

Deputy head teacher

Staffordshire County Council
Stafford, Staffordshire
09.2004 - 08.2009
  • Supported head teacher in revising and implementing upgraded School Development Plans.
  • Built on subject expertise to enhance department teachings.
  • Collaborated with parents for enhanced student progress.
  • Led staff meetings to improve team cohesion and collaboration.
  • Increased parent engagement by organising regular communication channels and meetings.
  • Developed programme structures and courses complying with statutory requirements.
  • Maximised student engagement, mentoring staff to implement diversified teaching methods.
  • Enhanced school reputation by implementing effective teaching strategies.
  • Worked with thehead teacher to deliver appropriate professional development programmes for staff.
  • Took a lead role in managing student behaviour across the school following set school policies for discipline.
  • Implemented safeguarding policies, ensuring pupil safety at all times.
  • Spearheaded community fundraisers and cultivated partnerships to increase programme revenue.
  • Collaborated with parents and carers to support and improve student development.
  • Organised after-school activities, promoting holistic child development.

Senior teacher

Stoke-On-Trent City Council
Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent
05.2000 - 08.2004
  • Administered standardised tests, ensuring compliance with educational standards.
  • Integrated real-world examples into lessons to make content relatable for students.
  • Led parent-teacher meetings, improving communication and engagement.
  • Stayed current on applicable codes and guidelines to maintain compliant programme operations.
  • Facilitated professional development workshops for staff members.
  • Developed curriculum for enhanced student learning.
  • Invested time in personal and professional development through relevant courses and seminars.
  • Spearheaded community fundraisers and cultivated partnerships to increase programme revenue.
  • Coordinated after-school activities, fostering student creativity and teamwork.
  • Participated actively in parent-teacher associations, enhancing community relationships.

Primary class teacher

Cheshire East Council
Crewe, Cheshire East
09.1994 - 04.2000
  • Identified SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for Year 3 cohorts, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the curriculum.
  • Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.
  • Supervised sports, excursions and other extra-curricular activities.
  • Cultivated a welcoming, positive classroom environment, encouraging children to express opinions, thoughts and feelings.
  • Organised and participated in school events, outings and activities happening during weekends and evenings.
  • Collaborated with teaching teams to implement improved learning schemes.
  • Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Primary Education, PE and Geography specialisms

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
09.1990 - 06.1994

Diploma of Higher Education - Primary Education, PE and Geography specialisms

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
09.1990 - 06.1992

A-Levels - Psychology, Geography and PE

Newcastle-under-Lyme College
Newcastle-under-Lyme
09.1988 - 06.1990

Skills

  • Team delegation and oversight
  • Quality Review and Assurance
  • Team leadership
  • Resilience and Determination
  • Safeguarding procedures
  • Effective communication skills
  • First-aid qualification
  • Strategic Leadership and Vision Development
  • Proactive initiative management

Affiliations

  • watching Port Vale FC
  • Walking
  • Playing Sport

Accomplishments

National Professional Qualification in Headship

Safeguarding Training - including safer recruitment, neglect and KCSIE

Mental Health First Aider

Qualified Fire Marshall Training

Defibrillator Training

Fully qualified First Aider Designated

Safeguarding Lead Training

IOSH for Leaders Managing Safely Training


References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Headteacher

Cheshire East Council
09.2009 - Current

Deputy head teacher

Staffordshire County Council
09.2004 - 08.2009

Senior teacher

Stoke-On-Trent City Council
05.2000 - 08.2004

Primary class teacher

Cheshire East Council
09.1994 - 04.2000

Bachelor of Education - Primary Education, PE and Geography specialisms

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.1990 - 06.1994

Diploma of Higher Education - Primary Education, PE and Geography specialisms

Manchester Metropolitan University
09.1990 - 06.1992

A-Levels - Psychology, Geography and PE

Newcastle-under-Lyme College
09.1988 - 06.1990

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