Connor Bailey
Primary School Teacher
Morriston,Swansea
Summary
A dedicated and enthusiastic aspiring primary teacher with a strong foundation in classroom support and a developing track record of planning and delivering engaging, inclusive lessons in line with the Curriculum for Wales. Formerly a teaching assistant with hands-on experience supporting pupils with a range of abilities, including those with ALN and EAL. Currently completing PGCE with QTS with practical placements in diverse school settings, demonstrating strong skills in behaviour management, differentiation, and formative assessment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Student Teacher
Llangyfelach Primary School
Llangyfelach, Swansea
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Planned, delivered, and evaluated differentiated lessons across key subjects in line with the Curriculum for Wales, ensuring alignment with the Four Purposes and AoLEs.
- Developed positive relationships with pupils and managed classroom behaviour effectively using consistent routines and restorative approaches.
- Employed a range of Assessment for Learning strategies, including questioning, pupil self-assessment, and targeted feedback to support progress.
- Adapted learning for pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and EAL, using visual aids, scaffolding, and group interventions.
Student Teacher
Birchgrove Primary School
Birchgrove, Swansea
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Planned, delivered, and evaluated differentiated lessons across key subjects in line with the Curriculum for Wales, ensuring alignment with the Four Purposes and AoLEs.
- Developed positive relationships with pupils and managed classroom behaviour effectively using consistent routines and restorative approaches.
- Employed a range of Assessment for Learning strategies, including questioning, pupil self-assessment, and targeted feedback to support progress.
- Adapted learning for pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and EAL, using visual aids, scaffolding, and group interventions.
Primary School Teaching Assistant
Cwmrhydyceirw Primary School
Morriston, Swansea
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Worked closely with teachers in planning lessons and activities, enhancing the quality of instruction delivered.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by providing consistent support and guidance to pupils.
- Set up equipment for lessons or activities, facilitating seamless lesson delivery.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to pupils struggling academically, promoting academic progress.
Education
PGCE - Primary Teaching
University of Wales, Trinity Saint David
Swansea 09/2024 -
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Bangor University
Bangor 09/2021 - 07/2024
A-Levels -
Gower College
Swansea 09/2019 - 07/2021
GCSEs -
Morriston Comprehensive School
Swansea 09/2014 - 07/2019
Skills
- Effective classroom management
- Understanding of the Curriculum for Wales (including the Four Purposes)
- Supporting diverse learners, including ALN (Additional Learning Needs)
- Strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
- Integrating digital tools
Affiliations
- Football
- Running
Certification
- Neurodivergence Wales - Understanding Autism (2025)
- Neurodivergence Wales - Understanding Effective Communication and Autism (2025)
- Neurodivergence Wales - Understanding Assessment and Autism (2025)
- Neurodivergence Wales - Understanding ADHD (2025)
- Tourettes Action - Understanding Tourette Syndrome (2025)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Teacher
Llangyfelach Primary School
03.2025 - 07.2025
Student Teacher
Birchgrove Primary School
10.2024 - 01.2025
Primary School Teaching Assistant
Cwmrhydyceirw Primary School
06.2022 - 07.2024
PGCE - Primary Teaching
University of Wales, Trinity Saint David
09/2024 -
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Bangor University
09/2021 - 07/2024
A-Levels -
Gower College
09/2019 - 07/2021
GCSEs -
Morriston Comprehensive School
09/2014 - 07/2019
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