Elaine Hughes

Glasgow

Summary

Dynamic and proactive professional with a proven track record at Sharjah English School, adept at organizing and updating school policies, and coordinating staff logistics. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering positive learning environments as a Secondary Teaching Assistant at Rashid School For Boys Dubai. Skilled in communication and problem-solving, significantly improving organisational processes.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

PA to Principal

Sharjah English School

09.2016 - 05.2024

Organising Principal's diary
Arranging meetings
Updating, reviewing. changing school policies
Attending Board meetings
Liaising with Board members
Taking minutes of board meetings
Ensuring all new employee hires follow our safer recruitment process
Liaising with other departments when necessary
Arranging flights, and collection of new staff from the airport
Coordinate accommodation for new staff
Prepare new and update current contracts for staff
Cover reception area when necessary
Liaise with other PA's
Liaise with Heads and deputy Heads of school to coordinate any changes to policy or running of the school
Prepare necessary spreadsheets/documents for the Principal.
Arrange whole school staff breakfast and lunch during inset week
Event Planning

Secondary Teaching Assistant

Rashid School For Boy Dubai

08.2001 - 07.2012

Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
One to one learning either within or outside of classroom

Education

No Degree -

Johnstone High School

Johnstone, Scotland

Skills

People Person
Excellent verbal and written communication
Organised

Problem solver
Attention to detail
Pro Active

Additional Information

I have lived overseas for 27 years with my family. I am returning to be closer to my children and grandchildren.

I was very involved with my son's rugby club and took on the team manager role for the under 16's team. This was a voluntary position that required good organisation and communication skills.

My role as Personal Assistant to the Principal was a very varied and wide brief that allowed me to learn new skills and build on the skills I already had,

I have gaps in my employment due to my sons retuning to the UK to further their rugby careers I needed to be able to travel back and forth between the UK and the UAE for my children.

My references

Darren Coulson

Principal

dcoulson@sharjahenglishschool.org

Shiobhain Brady

Vice Principal and Head of Primary School

sbrady@sharjahenglishschool.org

Anthony Piper

Head of Secondary School

apiper@sharjahenglishschool.org

Rashid School for boys has since closed and I do not have any contact addresses.

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