Emma Collett
Dorchester,Dorset
Summary
An accomplished professional with extensive expertise in leadership and strategic visioning, adept at fostering positive collaborative networks and problem-solving skills. Demonstrating proficiency in digital learning tools and excel in crisis handling, safeguarding procedures, and creative, innovative project management. Modelling exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise, manage and lead multiple calendars and projects simultaneously, and to create and manage procedural policies and rotas. A proven track record in initiative project development strategies, responsive management, and efficient resource allocation. Skilled in financial budgeting, marketing strategies, and improvement planning, with a focus on key performance indicators. Committed to professional development coaching and dedicated to enhancing staff motivation and performance through effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Deputy Headteacher, SENDCO, Safeguarding Lead, Community Relations Officer, and Senior Mental Health Lead
Cheselbourne Village School
Dorchester, Dorset
09.2018 - 07.2026
- Lead and manage 12 staff and interventions rotas effectively to support over 50 pupil outcomes.
- Lead and oversee provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
- Liaise with multiple external agencies and educational settings to facilitate communication and outcomes for pupils.
- Work directly with inclusion leads to ensure correct education settings and outcomes for multiple children.
- Write multiple policies, manage and lead on safeguarding legislations and chair staff, governor and agency meetings.
- Lead whole-school assemblies, multiple community events and parent consultations to engage the community, resulting in increased pupil numbers.
- Review, set and manage budgets for various subjects and the whole school.
- Communicate vision and policies to staff to ensure alignment, negotiate on values and monitor them to improve outcomes.
- Organise and lead community and charity events to foster school spirit and raise funds.
- Coordinate and lead mental health and wellbeing days and events to promote staff, parents, governors and pupil welfare.
- Coordinate and lead whole school and community events, creating innovative and forward-thinking projects to engage and foster interest.
- Lead and deliver safeguarding and safety protocol training to staff using case studies for practical learning.
- Act as a liaison between governors and staff, representing their interests.
- Prepare agendas and record minutes for multiple official school and community meetings.
Key Stage Lead, Class Teacher, Computing and History Subject Lead
St. Peter's R.C. Primary School
Winchester, Hampshire
09.2010 - 08.2018
- Coordinated and led the whole school computing policy, sharing strong ICT skills and leading staff training on areas needed for school growth.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by maintaining strong classroom discipline, negotiating staff rotas and monitoring and responding to feedback.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each student's academic progress and attendance, alongside maintaining a key stage calendar of events.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues and led planning for whole school events and development projects.
- Developed engaging lesson and project plans aligned with the national curriculum and legal requirements.
- Promoted inclusion within the classroom and school, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners and staff.
- Communicated effectively with parents, governors, and the school leadership team regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
Education
Level 7 Senior Leadership Apprenticeship - Management and Leadership
Chartered Management Institute
London 08.2024 - 04.2026
Certificate of Higher Education - National Awards for Special Educational Needs Co-Ordination
University of Exeter
Exeter 09.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with QTS and a specialism in Religious Education and museum studies
University of Winchester
Winchester 09.2006 - 09.2009
A Level - English Language and Literature
St. Joseph's High School
Newport, S. Wales 09.2004 - 06.2005
A Level - Religious Education
St. Joseph's High School
Newport, S. Wales 09.2004 - 06.2005
A Level - Sociology
St. Joseph's High School
Newport, S. Wales 09.2004 - 06.2005
Skills
- Leadership expertise
- Communication
- Strategic visioning and problem solving
- Collaborative networking
- Advanced organising
- Resilience and perseverance
- Safeguarding regulations knowledge
- Project management experience
- Staff motivation and management
- Financial budgeting and resource delegation
REFERENCES
- Christopher, Perry, Current Headteacher, headteacher@cheselbourne.dorset.sch.uk, 01258 837306
- Jyotsna, Chaffey, Previous Headteacher, jyotsna.chaffey@gmail.com
- Georgios, Sotiriadis, Personal, georgesotir@yahoo.gr, 07795537498
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
I am an avid reader with a broad interest across multiple genres. During the school summer holidays, I work as an editor and beta reader for a group of independent authors, providing editing, appraisal, and constructive feedback. I also enjoy visiting the theatre, particularly plays and musicals across a variety of genres, and I like taking part in murder mystery nights with friends. Outside of work, I value spending time with my family, including taking my two children and our dog on walks around our local area and historical sites.
AWARDS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AND HONOURS
Volunteer, community fundraising lead for local area and school, raising over £4,000 in the last two years, Safeguarding Children Level 3, Pan-Dorset SCP Multi-Agency Training, November 2025, Safer Working Practices and Prevent Training, Pan-Dorset SCP Multi-Agency Training, January 2026, Senior Leader Management Training, Dorset Area School Partnership, January 2020, Middle Leader Management Training, Hampshire County Council, June 2015
Timeline
Level 7 Senior Leadership Apprenticeship - Management and Leadership
Chartered Management Institute
08.2024 - 04.2026
Certificate of Higher Education - National Awards for Special Educational Needs Co-Ordination
University of Exeter
09.2022 - 07.2023
Deputy Headteacher, SENDCO, Safeguarding Lead, Community Relations Officer, and Senior Mental Health Lead
Cheselbourne Village School
09.2018 - 07.2026
Key Stage Lead, Class Teacher, Computing and History Subject Lead
St. Peter's R.C. Primary School
09.2010 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with QTS and a specialism in Religious Education and museum studies
University of Winchester
09.2006 - 09.2009
A Level - English Language and Literature
St. Joseph's High School
09.2004 - 06.2005
A Level - Religious Education
St. Joseph's High School
09.2004 - 06.2005
A Level - Sociology
St. Joseph's High School
09.2004 - 06.2005