Graham Booth
Liversedge,West Yorkshire
Summary
Experienced education professional with a strong background in curriculum development, educational planning, and school improvement. Demonstrates expertise in high-quality teaching, literacy programme implementation, and full compliance with educational law and safeguarding requirements. Skilled in assessment coordination, behaviour management, and the creation of inclusive learning environments that promote positive engagement and sustained progress.
Adept at motivating learners, supporting staff, and driving whole-school improvement initiatives. Committed to advancing learner development through well-structured, engaging lessons and innovative approaches to safeguarding and SEND provision.
Although classroom experience has been primarily with learners up to Year 6, possesses the transferable skills, adaptability, and pedagogical knowledge required to deliver effective and purposeful learning to older students, including those in custodial settings. Fully equipped to support learners of all ages in making measurable progress and achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Headteacher
Enhance Academy Trust
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
09.2022 - Current
- Led whole-school improvement, achieving strong outcomes.
- Strategic leadership of curriculum, assessment and safeguarding.
- Oversaw recruitment, budgeting and performance management.
- Implemented new curriculum guidelines for better academic performance.
- Collaborated with local community organisations for student enrichment programmes.
- Created a safe learning environment, prioritising student safety and comfort.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication and meetings.
- Managed school budget efficiently, ensuring optimal use of resources.
- Established high expectations for staff, fostering a professional teaching environment.
- Developed a culture of continuous learning for staff development.
- Led school-wide initiatives, promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
Assistant Headteacher of primary school
Kirklees Local Authority
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
01.2010 - 09.2022
- Outstanding classroom teaching across all primary subjects.
- Enhanced school reputation by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Leadership & management (SLT, strategic planning).
- Curriculum development (Maths, English, Computing, PE).
- Staff development, coaching & mentoring.
- Led curriculum redevelopment and assessment systems.
- Delivered INSET in Maths, Computing and teaching standards.
- Supported staff coaching, performance and school improvement.
- Safeguarding & wellbeing.
- Assessment, data analysis & target setting.
- Excellent behaviour management & inclusion.
- Governance & external partnership working.
- Ensured compliance with Ofsted regulations for smooth school operations.
- Conducted regular teacher training sessions for professional development.
Teacher in a primary school
Kirklees Local Authority
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
09.2005 - 12.2009
- Managed classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities fostering team spirit and leadership skills amongst pupils.
- Fulfilled curriculum requirements by planning and delivering engaging lessons.
- Organised school trips as a means of enhancing experiential learning opportunities for pupils.
- Ensured safe, respectful learning environment through strict adherence to school's code of conduct.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings to discuss pupil progress and behaviour issues.
- Implemented strategies to engage reluctant learners, improving overall class participation rates.
- Integrated digital tools into lessons, facilitating interactive learning experiences for pupils.
- Encouraged active participation in class discussions, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Supported the integration of special educational needs students into mainstream classes.
- Adapted teaching methods to cater for diverse learning needs of students.
- Regularly updated parents about their child's progress maintaining open lines of communication.
- Mentored new teachers providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to nurture creativity among pupils.
- Assisted in the development of school policies promoting inclusion and equality amongst students.
Shift Supervisor at a Leisure Centre
Leeds City Council
Leeds
08.2001 - 09.2004
- Assisted in preparing weekly schedules, ensuring adequate staffing at all times.
- Ensured adherence to health and safety regulations; maintained safe workplace conditions.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, leading to enhanced customer relations.
- Monitored cash registers and transactions, reducing instances of financial discrepancies.
- Conducted regular inventory checks; ensured consistent stock levels.
- Managed shift operations whilst ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Delegated tasks to staff members to ensure efficient shift operation.
- Carried out administrative tasks meticulously; kept accurate records of shift activities and incidents.
Education
NPQH - Headteacher qualification
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds 01.2019 - 01.2020
GTP QTS - Primary Teaching
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield 09.2004 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Leisure and Sport Management
Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds 09.2003 - 09.2004
HND - Leisure and Sport Management
Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds 09.1997 - 07.1999
GNVQ - Leisure and Tourism
Tresham College
Kettering 09.1995 - 07.1997
A-Levels - Sports Studies
Tresham College
Kettering 09.1995 - 07.1997
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Geography, PE, DT, French, German, ICT
Uppingham Community College
Rutland 09.1990 - 07.1995
Skills
- Teaching excellence
- Literacy programme implementation
- Special educational needs awareness
- Safeguarding regulations knowledge
- Assessment coordination
- Experience with behavioural policies
- Inclusive education knowledge
- Experience with inspection procedures
- Educational planning
- Curriculum Development
- Student Safeguarding
- Child development knowledge
- Staff management
- Classroom management
Affiliations
- Any sport especially Padel Tennis
- Walking
- Running
- Being with people
Timeline
Headteacher
Enhance Academy Trust
09.2022 - Current
NPQH - Headteacher qualification
Leeds Beckett University
01.2019 - 01.2020
Assistant Headteacher of primary school
Kirklees Local Authority
01.2010 - 09.2022
Teacher in a primary school
Kirklees Local Authority
09.2005 - 12.2009
GTP QTS - Primary Teaching
University of Huddersfield
09.2004 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Leisure and Sport Management
Leeds Metropolitan University
09.2003 - 09.2004
Shift Supervisor at a Leisure Centre
Leeds City Council
08.2001 - 09.2004
HND - Leisure and Sport Management
Leeds Metropolitan University
09.1997 - 07.1999
GNVQ - Leisure and Tourism
Tresham College
09.1995 - 07.1997
A-Levels - Sports Studies
Tresham College
09.1995 - 07.1997
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, Geography, PE, DT, French, German, ICT
Uppingham Community College
09.1990 - 07.1995