Debbi Ledwith
Kingsclere, Newbury,Berkshire
Summary
Accomplished professional who demonstrates strong organisational leadership and multi-tasking ability. Proven track record in student and parent relationships, staff development, recruitment and enrolment, as well as marketing and publicity. Committed to fostering positive parent communication, networking and effective student liaison to enhance creative learning.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Principal
Razzamataz Theatre School
Newbury, Berkshire
2015.09 - Current
- Fostered positive school culture for enhanced student morale and motivation.
- Established strong relationships with local community organisations, promoting positive public image of the school.
- Managed all administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations within the school.
- Conducted performance evaluations of teachers; provided constructive feedback for growth improvement.
- Maintained compliance and accuracy across recordkeeping and financial areas.
- Recruited and hired qualified staff to build successful education team.
Head of Performing Arts
Vyne Community School
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2001.09 - 2021.07
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
HR Assistant
BACS
Harrow, Middlesex
1998.08 - 2001.07
Performer
Mavis Wright Management
UK wide
1998.08 - 2000.08
Music Teacher
Chipping Norton School
Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
1992.09 - 1997.07
Music teacher
King Alfred Secondary School
Burnham on Sea, Somerset
1989.09 - 1990.07
Education
Diploma in Musical Theatre - Musical Theatre
Royal Academy of Music
London 1997.09 - 1998.07
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Music / Performing Arts
University of Reading
Reading 1990.09 - 1991.07
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
Cardiff 1986.09 - 1989.07
Skills
- Organisational leadership
- Efficient timetable management
- Multi-tasking ability
- Budget creation
- Strategic leadership
- Student and parent relationships
- Networking
- Staff development
- Recruitment and enrolment
- Parent communication
- Marketing and publicity
- Strong and effective teacher
- Triple threat performer
Affiliations
- Singing, performing, reading, logic problems, jigsaw puzzles, circuit training
Accomplishments
Franchisee of the Year 2022
British Business Awards 'Microbusiness of the Year' Finalist 2022
National Business Women's Awards Finalist 2024
Timeline
Principal
Razzamataz Theatre School
2015.09 - Current
Head of Performing Arts
Vyne Community School
2001.09 - 2021.07
HR Assistant
BACS
1998.08 - 2001.07
Performer
Mavis Wright Management
1998.08 - 2000.08
Diploma in Musical Theatre - Musical Theatre
Royal Academy of Music
1997.09 - 1998.07
Music Teacher
Chipping Norton School
1992.09 - 1997.07
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Music / Performing Arts
University of Reading
1990.09 - 1991.07
Music teacher
King Alfred Secondary School
1989.09 - 1990.07
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
1986.09 - 1989.07