FRANKIE MATTS
Swinton,Greater Manchester
Summary
Dedicated educational professional with expertise in student transition, project coordination, and strategic planning. Drives school improvement projects and curriculum development through effective stakeholder engagement and data analysis. Develops tailored lesson plans that foster inclusive learning environments and enhance student performance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Class Teacher/Phase Leader/Assistant Headteacher
The Deans Primary School
Manchester
2015.09 - Current
- As Acting Assistant Headteacher, developed experience of whole-school leadership, strategic decision-making and organisational improvement.
- Provide leadership within a mainstream education setting, contributing to school improvement priorities and translating strategic objectives into practical actions.
- As Phase Leader, coordinated colleagues around shared priorities, monitored progress and ensured actions were implemented and reviewed.
- Led cycle to identify needs, gather evidence, implement change and evaluate impact on learner outcomes.
- Analysed individual and cohort-level assessment data to identify p
- Contributed to governing body discussions around school improvement and strategic priorities.
- Led the development of a whole-school PE curriculum, translating strategic aims into consistent practice.
- Delivered ongoing CPD to colleagues, clarifying improvement priorities and facilitating implementation of new approaches.
- Taught across every primary year group, developing a broad understanding of learner needs and transition between educational stages.
- Supported pupils through changes in expectations, curriculum, routines and levels of independence, identifying barriers and putting appropriate support in place.
- Worked closely with pupils, families and colleagues to ensure learners feel prepared, supported and included during periods of change.
- Developed individual learning plans and SMART targets to enhance learner progress and promote independence.
- As Philosophy for Children Lead, created opportunities for pupils to express their views, debate issues and contribute to decision-making.
- Supported pupils to present their ideas at Liverpool John Moores University, giving them experience of communicating with a wider academic audience.
- Led inclusive practice, identifying barriers to participation and implementing reasonable adjustments and creative solutions.
- As PE Lead, promoted meaningful participation for pupils with SEND in physical activity and events including Panathlons.
- Worked collaboratively with pupils, families, colleagues and external professionals to improve individual experiences and outcomes.
- Developed a strong understanding of the relationship between inclusion, belonging, engagement and participation.
- Leadership & Improvement
- Transition, Engagement & Learner Experience
- Inclusion & Participation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool 2010.09 - 2013.07
Qualified Teacher Status - QTS
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 2014.09 - 2015.07
National Professional Qualification for SLT - Senior Leadership
Department for Education (DfE)
Manchester 2023.09 - 2024.09
National Professional Qualification - Middle Leadership
Department for Education(DfE_
Manchester 2021.04 - 2022.04
Skills
- Student/pupil transition and experience
- Inclusion and removing barriers
- Pupil/student voice and participation
- Project and programme coordination
- Project coordination
- Data evaluation
- Change management
- Transformation and change
- Stakeholder engagement
- Stakeholder management
- Strategic planning and implementation
- Staff development and CPD
- Effective communication
- Inclusive practices
Certification
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), Senior Leadership Qualification, Middle Leadership Qualification
REFERENCES
Available on request., .
CROSS-SCHOOL PROJECT EXPERIENCE
INCLUSION & PUPIL VOICE CLUSTER LEAD, Local cluster of 10 schools, Led a cluster of 10 schools focused on inclusion and pupil voice., Coordinated communication, planning and participation across multiple schools and stakeholders., Organised pupil meetings three times a year to debate issues, share ideas and develop projects., Supported pupils to turn ideas into practical action, including a community litter-picking initiative., Managed competing priorities and logistical requirements across participating schools., Built collaborative relationships across different organisations and settings., Used pupil feedback to shape activities and ensure projects reflected participants' priorities.
ADDITIONAL INCLUSION EXPERIENCE
- ACTIVE CLUB – CHILDREN & YOUNG ADULTS
- Worked with children and young adults with a range of disabilities to support their regular participation in an active club.
- Identified barriers to participation and adapted communication, activities and environments to support meaningful engagement.
- Developed practical experience of promoting inclusion, participation and belonging.
Timeline
National Professional Qualification for SLT - Senior Leadership
Department for Education (DfE)
2023.09 - 2024.09
National Professional Qualification - Middle Leadership
Department for Education(DfE_
2021.04 - 2022.04
Class Teacher/Phase Leader/Assistant Headteacher
The Deans Primary School
2015.09 - Current
Qualified Teacher Status - QTS
Manchester Metropolitan University
2014.09 - 2015.07
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liverpool John Moores University
2010.09 - 2013.07