Gabrielle McConalogue
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
A highly experienced and adaptable education professional with a strong background in leading teams, driving pupil progress, and delivering inclusive provision for children and young people, including those with SEND. Skilled in planning, coordination and data-informed decision making, with a proven ability to build effective relationships with pupils, families and multi-agency professionals. Experienced in safeguarding, curriculum leadership and mentoring, with a commitment to promoting independence, confidence and positive outcomes for all learners.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Class Teacher
Foxhills Federation
Southampton, Hampshire
2025.09 - Current
- Supported curriculum development as geography subject leader, enhancing teaching standards across school.
- Collaborated with year 6 team to improve planning and pupil outcomes at the end of key stage 2.
- Mentored student teacher, offering guidance and constructive feedback for professional growth.
Senior Teacher
Carrington Junior School
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
2021.04 - 2025.08
- Senior teacher with responsibility for Progress and Standards, driving whole-school improvement and raising attainment.
- English Lead, overseeing literacy development and the successful implementation of a new, high-quality English curriculum.
- Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring robust safeguarding practices across the school.
- EAL Lead, supporting inclusive provision for pupils with English as an additional language.
- Year 6 Team Leader, coordinating planning, assessment, and pupil outcomes at the end of Key Stage 2.
Class teacher
Swaffham CE Junior School
Swaffham, Norfolk
2018.09 - 2021.04
- Year 6 class teacher with additional responsibilities as an Assessment Lead, using data analysis to track progress, inform teaching, and raise attainment across the school.
- Deputy DSL, assisting with child protection and acting as a crucial point of contact for staff concerns.
- Computing Lead, overseeing curriculum development and standards, promoting effective use of technology to enhance teaching and learning.
- Successfully taught throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, developing and delivering high-quality remote learning, supporting pupils to engage effectively from home, and providing in-school education for key worker children.
Class Teacher
St. Andrew's CE Primary Academy
Swaffham, Norfolk
2015.09 - 2018.08
- Class teacher within a small village school setting, teaching mixed-age classes across multiple year groups and adapting planning to meet a wide range of needs and abilities.
- Additional responsibilities include Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring effective safeguarding and pupil welfare; PiXL Assessment Lead, using data to monitor progress and drive attainment; and subject leadership in Maths, Reading, Science, and a range of non-core subjects, overseeing curriculum development and promoting high-quality teaching and learning across the school.
Supply Teacher
Norfolk County Council (Supply Agency)
Swaffham, Norfolk
2015.05 - 2015.07
- Implemented creative lesson plans to boost student engagement.
- Navigated challenging behaviour from students calmly and effectively.
- Covered other teachers' classes during their absences, ensuring continuity in education delivery.
Class Teacher
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
2010.09 - 2015.04
- My first teaching role, delivering engaging and inclusive lessons to support pupil progress across the curriculum.
- Science Subject Leader, responsible for promoting high standards of teaching and learning in science across the school.
Education
Masters in Education - Education
University of Exeter
Exeter 2024.09 -
Postgraduate Certficate in Education (PGCE) - Education
University of East Anglia
Norwich 2009.09 - 2010.08
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology
University of Reading
Reading 2002.09 - 2005.07
A-Levels -
St. John Payne RC Comprehensive School
Chelmsford, Essex 2000.09 - 2002.07
AS-levels -
St. John Payne RC Comprehensive School
Chelmsford, Essex 2000.09 - 2001.07
GCSEs -
St. John Payne RC Comprehensive School
Chelmsford, Essex 1995.09 - 2000.07
Skills
- Strong leadership and team management
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Planning, organisation, and coordination
- Experience working with children/young people with SEND
- Ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders (families, schools, professionals)
Accomplishments
Outside of work, I enjoy visiting the theatre and engaging with a wide range of live performances, as well as travelling and experiencing new cultures. I have a strong interest in arts and crafts, which allows me to be creative and relax in my spare time. I have recently joined a local running club, which I am enjoying as a way to improve fitness and meet new people. I also have personal experience caring for my disabled sister, which has strengthened my patience, resilience, and understanding of the importance of support and inclusion.
Timeline
Class Teacher
Foxhills Federation
2025.09 - Current
Masters in Education - Education
University of Exeter
2024.09 -
Senior Teacher
Carrington Junior School
2021.04 - 2025.08
Class teacher
Swaffham CE Junior School
2018.09 - 2021.04
Class Teacher
St. Andrew's CE Primary Academy
2015.09 - 2018.08
Supply Teacher
Norfolk County Council (Supply Agency)
2015.05 - 2015.07
Class Teacher
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
2010.09 - 2015.04
Postgraduate Certficate in Education (PGCE) - Education
University of East Anglia
2009.09 - 2010.08
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biology
University of Reading
2002.09 - 2005.07
A-Levels -
St. John Payne RC Comprehensive School
2000.09 - 2002.07
AS-levels -
St. John Payne RC Comprehensive School
2000.09 - 2001.07
GCSEs -
St. John Payne RC Comprehensive School
1995.09 - 2000.07