Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
References
Accomplishments
Timeline
Gemma Ozanne

Gemma Ozanne

Trowbridge,UK

Summary

Experienced educator focused on advancing positive behaviour and emotional well being. Skilled in creating tailored learning objectives and tracking student development to ensure academic success. Passionate about cultivating a nurturing atmosphere that supports every learner.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education

Work history

EYFS and KS1 class teacher

Pickwick Academy Trust
Corsham, Wiltshire
2008.04 - 2026.03
  • Supported development of broader curriculum through educational research initiatives.
  • Maintained a nurturing learning environment with high expectations for pupils.
  • Utilised creative teaching methods to engage learners and promote progress across all subjects.
  • Prioritised safeguarding in all aspects of teaching responsibilities.
  • Conducted assessments of children's progress and recorded data for intervention planning.
  • Collaborated with staff to achieve shared school development targets.
  • Engaged with parents and multi-agency professionals to support pupils with special educational needs.
  • Mentored trainee teachers as part of the School's Direct programme.
  • Managed annual class and subject lead budgets for resource allocation.

KS2 class teacher and Geography lead

Whitchurch Primary School
Bristol
2007.09 - 2008.04
  • KS2 class teacher and Geography lead at Whitchurch Primary School, Bristol, as a maternity cover after relocating from London to Wiltshire.

KS1 class teacher and Maths lead

Fairholme Primary School
Hounslow, London
2004.01 - 2007.01
  • KS1 class teacher and Maths lead at Fairholme Primary School, Hounslow, London.

Education

Gap year -

St Matthew's Collegiate, New Zealand
1999.08 - 2000.08

Working as a tutor in a school in New Zealand.

A Levels - undefined

Peter Symonds College, Winchester
1997.01 - 1999.01
  • 4 x A Levels all Grade C
  • GPA: Grade C

GCSEs - undefined

The Atherley School, Southampton
1990.01 - 1997.01
  • 9xGCSEs Grade A-C
  • GPA: Grade A-C

BA(hons) - Geography with QTS

Surrey University, Twickenham
2000.01 - 2004.01
GPA: 2:1

Skills

  • Promoting positive behaviour
  • Tracking pupil progress
  • Safeguarding and trust building

References

References available on request

Accomplishments

· Played a key role in supporting the school’s transition to mixed‑age teaching following expansion, now successfully leading a combined Year 1/2 class.

· Implemented the new EYFS framework with a focus on high‑quality early learning and smooth progression into KS1.

· Embedded an enquiry‑based approach to foundation subjects through the Curious City Programme, strengthening pupil engagement and independent thinking.

· Introduced the Language Angels Programme to enhance the consistency and quality of MFL provision across the school.

· Developed and maintained the More Able register, expanding opportunities for higher‑attaining pupils both within and beyond the school environment.

· Championed Building Learning Power (BLP), ensuring the 4Rs — Resilience, Resourcefulness, Relationships, and Reflectiveness — are firmly embedded in classroom practice.

· Contributed to whole‑school emotional wellbeing initiatives, supporting a positive and nurturing school culture.

· Completed the Leading from the Middle year‑long programme, strengthening skills in team leadership, pedagogical development, performance management, and the design of engaging, research‑informed curriculum content.

· Completed the Outstanding Teacher Programme, strengthening high‑impact classroom practice, coaching skills, and whole‑school contribution.

· Led improvements in communication, language, and phonics across EYFS and KS1, ensuring strong early literacy foundations and consistent progression into the National Curriculum.

Timeline

EYFS and KS1 class teacher - Pickwick Academy Trust
2008.04 - 2026.03
KS2 class teacher and Geography lead - Whitchurch Primary School
2007.09 - 2008.04
KS1 class teacher and Maths lead - Fairholme Primary School
2004.01 - 2007.01
Surrey University - BA(hons), Geography with QTS
2000.01 - 2004.01
St Matthew's Collegiate - Gap year,
1999.08 - 2000.08
Peter Symonds College - A Levels,
1997.01 - 1999.01
The Atherley School - GCSEs,
1990.01 - 1997.01
Gemma Ozanne