Elizabeth Cheshire
Chichester,West Sussex
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in Biology and Environmental Science, specialising in practical and experiential learning. Skilled in resource creation, hands-on teaching, and SEND-inclusive strategies, ensuring effective curriculum delivery. Proficient in behaviour management, safeguarding, and compliance with assessment standards such as BTEC and AQA UAS. Strong communication and group leadership abilities complement organisational resilience and professionalism. Committed to fostering an inclusive educational environment that supports diverse learning needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Education Officer
Staunton Farm, Hampshire County Council
Havant, Hampshire
2025.08 - 2026.01
- Deliver BTEC Tech Award Animal Care Level 1 & 2 to Year 10 and 11 students
- Teach classroom-based theory and lead practical, real-world learning on a working farm
- Deliver Animal Wellbeing, Nature Wellbeing and AQA Unit Award Scheme programmes
- Guide and assess learners through written, practical assessments and formal examinations
- Mark and submit work in line with awarding body requirements and deadlines
- Support students with SEND and act as SEND lead for the setting
- Create calm, safe and engaging learning environments with clear routines and expectations
Director
Wittering Surf Ltd & Drift In Café
East Wittering, West Sussex
2009.01 - 2026.01
- Founded and ran multiple hospitality and retail businesses
- Trained and managed staff of all ages and abilities
- Developed strong skills in leadership, communication and organisation
- Currently retain a strategic oversight role
- Strategic role from 2013
- Fostered a positive work environment, increased employee morale.
Lecturer in Animal Care (Pathways Department)
City of Portsmouth College
Cosham, Portsmouth
2025.02 - 2025.07
- Taught Animal Care to post-16 students resitting GCSEs
- Supported learners with a wide range of additional needs and barriers to learning
- Adapted lessons and teaching styles to build confidence and engagement
- Worked collaboratively within an FE setting to support student progression
- Invigilation of GCSE examinations
- Part-time
Education
BA (Hons) - Environmental Science with Geography
University of Chichester
Chichester 2000.09 - 2002.06
A Levels -
Chichester College
Chichester, West Sussex 1996.09 - 1998.07
GCSEs -
Bognor Regis Community College
Skills
- Biology & Environmental Science
- Practical and experiential learning
- Resource creation
- Hands-on
- SEND-inclusive teaching strategies
- Behaviour management & safeguarding
- Assessment & awarding body compliance (BTEC, AQA UAS)
- Curriculum delivery (KS3–KS4 equivalent)
- Communication & group leadership
- Organisation, resilience & professionalism
Certification
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in the Classroom – High Speed Training (2026)
- Emergency First Aid at Work – Level 3
- Prevent Duty Training
Affiliations
- Hobby Farm owner
Governance & Advisory Roles
- Birdham Preschool (Charity), Trustee, 2024 - Present
Support governance, safeguarding and operational continuity; stepped into an operational role during staffing challenges.
- Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), Public Advisory Group Member, 2023 - Present
Contribute to ensuring public-facing information is clear, accessible and transparent.
Additional information
- DBS checked and registered with the Update Service
- Full UK driving licence
- Actively seeking salaried teacher training / QTS pathway
Timeline
Education Officer
Staunton Farm, Hampshire County Council
2025.08 - 2026.01
Lecturer in Animal Care (Pathways Department)
City of Portsmouth College
2025.02 - 2025.07
Director
Wittering Surf Ltd & Drift In Café
2009.01 - 2026.01
BA (Hons) - Environmental Science with Geography
University of Chichester
2000.09 - 2002.06
A Levels -
Chichester College
1996.09 - 1998.07
GCSEs -
Bognor Regis Community College