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Education
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Certification
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Devon Gareth Campleman

Devon Gareth Campleman

Haslemere,Surrey

Summary

Enthusiastic and dedicated education professional with over five years’ experience in boarding, pastoral care, and sport across both independent and state boarding school settings. Currently completing a PGCE in Physical Education, with a strong foundation in safeguarding, student wellbeing, and co-curricular involvement. Proven ability to lead boarding routines, manage pastoral responsibilities, and support teaching across a range of sports and age groups. Approachable, reliable, and committed to creating inclusive environments where all pupils feel supported and encouraged to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Assistant House Parent

The Royal School
Haslemere, Surrey
10.2022 - Current
  • Dispense medication to pupils in the morning and evenings.
  • Supervise meals during the week and weekends, ensuring proper eating etiquette is achieved.
  • Supervise prep club for boarders and day pupils, providing guidance as needed.
  • Design topic posters in boarding house each term.
  • Ensured adherence to school rules, promoting discipline among students.
  • Conducted fire drills on a regular basis; ensured preparedness during emergencies.
  • Supervise boarders for evening activities, such as sports hall, use of gym and games in common room.
  • Led extra-curricular activities to promote physical health and team spirit.
  • Provide support and be approachable to pupils, parents and staff.
  • Administered first-aid to students when necessary, ensuring their well-being.
  • Supported cleaning staff in maintaining cleanliness of boarding house; encouraged hygiene habits among students.
  • Performed administrative tasks as required; ensured smooth day-to-day running of the boarding house.
  • Monitoring pupils overall health and wellbeing.


PE Department roles:

  • Lead/assist in the running of games sessions for years 7-10.
  • Tasked with pinning match day sheets up on notice board.
  • Travel with teams to various sporting fixtures to coach/referee or umpire.
  • Running of various extra-curricular activities such as cricket an indoor hockey.
  • Demonstrate skills/techniques needed for the various sports undertaken at school.
  • Plan and organise fixtures for each school term.
  • Support students to reach their full potential in PE activities by celebrating successes and providing ongoing encouragement.
  • Encouraged regular exercise habits for improved health and well-being of students.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment with effective classroom management strategies.
  • Participated in professional development programmes; kept abreast with latest teaching techniques.
  • Leveraged technology in PE lessons, enhancing student engagement and understanding.
  • Coordinated with parents regularly about children's progress in PE classes; ensured ongoing communication about development areas.

Grad Gap Student

Cumnor House Sussex
Danehill, West Sussex
01.2022 - 09.2022
  • Supervise boarders during dinner and evening activities.
  • Work closely with the grounds and maintenance team across the school.
  • Work closely with the PE department with running and assisting of games lessons.
  • Travel to matches with various sports teams to provide support for staff, coach and/or even umpire/referee.
  • Provide support to year 4 children in math lessons.
  • Provide cover for teachers away/absent.
  • Run errands for the school office.
  • Be on duty for pre-prep lunch times and breaks.
  • Responsible for reporting any issues or inappropriate behaviour to a member of the safeguarding team.
  • Be there for any pupil wishing to confide in me on difficult issues.
  • Responsible for keeping children motivated and active during games lessons and matches.
  • Providing positive feedback and encouragement to children in sporting and academic environments.

Gap Student

Cumnor House Sussex
Danehill, West Sussex
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Supervise boarders during dinner and evening activities.
  • Work closely with the grounds and maintenance team across the school.
  • Work closely with the PE department with running and assisting of games lessons.
  • Travel to matches with various sports teams to provide support for staff and/or even umpire/ref those matches.
  • Be on duty for pre-prep lunch times and breaks.
  • Responsible for reporting any issues or inappropriate behaviour to a member of the safeguarding team.
  • Be there for any pupil wishing to confide in me on difficult issues.
  • Responsible for keeping children motivated and active during games lessons and matches.
  • Providing positive feedback and encouragement to children in sporting and academic environments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Science with English Studies

University of Stellenbosch
South Africa
01.2018 - 12.2021

National Senior Certificate - College Education

Bishops Diocesan College
South Africa
01.2012 - 12.2016

Skills

  • Hard working, thoughtful and reliable
  • Punctual and good time management skills
  • Good communication skills and works well with others
  • IT Proficiency
  • Resilient under pressure
  • Assistant House parent at Summer Boarding Course (2 years)
  • TICTA Emergency first aid at work certificate

Certification

  • Cricket South Africa Level One Coaching.
  • Introduction to Football Level One (FA).
  • TICTA Emergency first aid at work certificate.
  • Physical Education CPD for Teachers (The FA).
  • Introduction to Hockey Coaching Workshop.
  • Introduction to Umpiring Course (Hockey).


Languages

English
Native language
Afrikaans
Intermediate

Affiliations

  • Duke of Edinburgh
  • Hiking/expeditions
  • Water sports (paddleboarding)
  • Parkruns
  • Different languages

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant House Parent

The Royal School
10.2022 - Current

Grad Gap Student

Cumnor House Sussex
01.2022 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Science with English Studies

University of Stellenbosch
01.2018 - 12.2021

Gap Student

Cumnor House Sussex
01.2017 - 12.2017

National Senior Certificate - College Education

Bishops Diocesan College
01.2012 - 12.2016
Devon Gareth Campleman