Grace Dudley
Lichfield,Staffordshire
Summary
I am a hardworking and enthusiastic final-year BA (Hons) Primary Education student at the University of Wolverhampton. From a young age, I have aspired to become a teacher, driven by my passion for shaping young minds and making a meaningful difference in children's lives. Throughout my three-year course, I have completed multiple placements, gaining valuable experience in both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. I am caring, dedicated, and determined to create a positive impact in education. I can great commitment to learning and teaching reflects my desire to inspire and support the next generation, ensuring that they have the best opportunities to grow and succeed.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender and Waitress
The Junction Micro Pub
Stretton, Staffordshire
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations by regular inspections and maintenance checks.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain good relationships.
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Checked identification of customers to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
- Welcomed guests with friendly conversation and fun atmosphere.
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
Shop Assistant
The Gin, Cheese and Ale Barn
Curborough
- Coordinated closely with management on shop floor layouts and visual merchandising.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and handling complaints professionally.
- Maintained clean, appealing shop environment for comfortable shopping experience.
- Greeted every customer warmly, promoting friendly atmosphere.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
Waitress
The Apple Tree
Barton Under Needwood, Staffordshire
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service.
- Memorised complete menu and offered guests knowledgeable suggestions.
- Assisted kitchen staff with food prep, dishwashing and plating food.
- Polished glasses and cutlery to pristine standards.
- Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning restaurants.
- Checked in with customers during meals to check orders were received correctly and met guests' expectations.
Supply Teaching - 1 on 1 Teacher
ZEST Education Agency
Burton on Trent, Staffordshire
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Boosted students reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Gained skills and experience from this opportunity, to help me with my future in teaching.
- Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
Education
GCSEs - High School
John Taylor High School
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire 09.2015 - 07.2020
A-Levels -
John Taylor High School
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire 09.2020 - 06.2022
BA Honours Primary Education - Primary Education
University of Wolverhampton
Walsall 09.2022 - 06.2025
Skills
- Punctual
- Organised
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
- Good communicator
- Enthusiastic
- Patience and resilience
- Key stage 1 teaching
- Key stage 2 teaching
- Motivational teaching
- Active learning
- Behavioural Management
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Child safeguarding
Accomplishments
I have completed my Bronze and Silver Award in the Duke of Edinburgh Award. This was completed through my highschool experience, as we were given the opportunity to complete this.
Affiliations
- Walking / Discovering new places
- Spending time with friends and family
Timeline
Supply Teaching - 1 on 1 Teacher
ZEST Education Agency
04.2024 - 07.2025
BA Honours Primary Education - Primary Education
University of Wolverhampton
09.2022 - 06.2025
A-Levels -
John Taylor High School
09.2020 - 06.2022
GCSEs - High School
John Taylor High School
09.2015 - 07.2020
Bartender and Waitress
The Junction Micro Pub
Shop Assistant
The Gin, Cheese and Ale Barn
Waitress
The Apple Tree
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