David Harkness
WORCESTER,County (optional)
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in assessment design and evaluation, subject specialisation, lesson planning, and behavioural management. Demonstrates a strong ability to create effective learning environments and develop comprehensive educational programmes. Committed to fostering student success through innovative teaching strategies and continuous improvement. Aims to contribute to the advancement of educational standards and practices.
Talented Science Teacher skilled in building staff and student relationships for positive, productive learning environments. Plans and prioritises to achieve workload within agreed timeframes. Aids positive learning outcomes through supportive teaching and mentoring.
I had a serious road accident in October 2021. The injuries from this and their treatment meant I was unable to work until September 2025 when I was able to work as a supply teacher at Haybridge School, covering for an ill Science teacher.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Science Teacher
Haybridge Highs SSchool
Hagley, Worcestershire
2005.09 - 2023.07
- Worked with head of science to develop, implement and monitor schemes of work, course delivery and pupil survey in line with school policy.
- Differentiated lessons when necessary to give all students access to curriculum regardless of disability, English proficiency or instructional level.
- Modified educational courses to account for exam and curricula changes.
- Maintained updated curriculum knowledge for expert student guidance.
Science Teacher
Burntwood School for Girls
Tooting, London
1999.09 - 2005.07
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular links in lessons.
- Achieved target exam results for department attainment.
- Assisted weaker students after school hours, offering personalised support for better understanding of topics covered in class.
- Fostered interest in science by implementing interactive experiments.
Education
PGCE - Science (Biology)
Institute of Education
London 1998.09 - 1999.06
Bachelor of Arts - Physiological Science
Oxford University
Oxford 1991.10 - 1994.06
A-Levels -
Hartlepool Sixth Form College
Hartlepool 1989.09 - 1991.07
GCSEs -
High Tunstall School
Hartlepool 1984.09 - 1989.07
Skills
- Assessment design and evaluation
- Subject specialisation
- Lesson planning
- Behavioural Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Science Teacher
Haybridge Highs SSchool
2005.09 - 2023.07
Science Teacher
Burntwood School for Girls
1999.09 - 2005.07
PGCE - Science (Biology)
Institute of Education
1998.09 - 1999.06
Bachelor of Arts - Physiological Science
Oxford University
1991.10 - 1994.06
A-Levels -
Hartlepool Sixth Form College
1989.09 - 1991.07
GCSEs -
High Tunstall School
1984.09 - 1989.07