Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
Continued Professional Development (CPD)
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Harwinder Singh

Harwinder Singh

Leicetser

Summary

A dedicated and results-driven teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a BSc in Science, experienced in teaching Maths, English, and Science across KS1–KS4 and GCSE. Skilled in adapting lessons for diverse learning needs, with extensive expertise in SEN, including autism, SEMH, DLD, and speech and language challenges. Recognised for delivering engaging, trauma-informed lessons that foster student confidence, positive behaviour, and strong academic progress.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Leicestershire County Council
Leicester, Leicester
09.2023 - 08.2025
  • Delivered Functional Skills Maths at Levels 1 and 2 to diverse learners of varying ages.
  • Applied multisensory teaching strategies, utilising classroom labels and LEGO for concept development.
  • Integrated digital learning platforms, including BKSB and MathsWatch, to boost learner engagement.
  • Achieved 100% pass rate at Level 2 through reflective feedback that fostered student ownership of learning.
  • Provided private tuition for GCSE Maths and English, ensuring alignment with exam specifications.
  • Scheduled extra revision classes during examination periods to reduce student stress levels.
  • Maintained detailed learner records for effective monitoring and compliance purposes.
  • Collaborated with SENCO to implement targeted interventions for students facing challenges.

Designated Specialist Provision Teacher

Babington Academy
Leicester, Leicestershire
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Delivered targeted support to KS3 students with autism, DLD, SEMH, and communication challenges.
  • Crafted trauma-informed lessons in Maths, Science, and English to enhance engagement.
  • Introduced behaviour strategies like now-next boards and sensory breaks to boost focus.
  • Maintained quality educational delivery while leading DSP2 team during staff absences.
  • Achieved recognition through two awards for outstanding leadership and service contributions.
  • Established calm classroom environment with clear routines and expectations.
  • Applied restorative approaches and positive reinforcement to increase student involvement.
  • Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback for continuous improvement.

Education

QTS - Primary(7-11)

Leicester Education Authority & University College Northampton
Leicetser/England
01.2003 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Science - Science-Chemistry and Biology

Guru Nanak Dev University (Recognised by UK NARIC)
India
09.1993 - 07.1996

Skills

  • Qualified educator in maths, science, and English disciplines
  • Planning and assessment expertise
  • Trauma-informed and inclusive pedagogy
  • SEN specialisation in autism and speech needs
  • Cognitive self-regulation strategies
  • Digital innovation in lesson design
  • Tailored interventions for academic progress
  • Behaviour management strategies effectiveness
  • Leadership roles within support teams
  • Multilingual communication proficiency skills
  • Exam preparation methodologies
  • Building student confidence techniques
  • Proficiency with math software applications
  • Patience with diverse learners

Affiliations

I have a strong personal interest in inclusive education and supporting young people's holistic development. Outside of work, I enjoy reading educational literature.

Accomplishments

  • Recognised for Outstanding Leadership – Successfully led the DSP2 team during a colleague's absence, earning two internal awards: one for exceptional leadership and another for effectively adapting to and embracing the provision's ethos.
  • Positive Feedback from Observations: Consistently recognised for maintaining a calm, peaceful, and supportive learning environment where students are highly engaged and meet high expectations for both work and behaviour.

Languages

Hindi
Native
Punjabi
Native
Urdu
Native
Gujarati
Native

Continued Professional Development (CPD)

Mental Health and Wellbeing – Leicestershire County Council (June 2025)

• Autism Support Strategies – Educational Psychologist and SENCO – Babington College (March 2025)

• Dyslexia Awareness Workshop – Leicestershire County Council (January 2025)

• IT in Education and Online Learning, Writing Moderation – Captain's Close (April 2024)

• Behaviour Management – Exeter A Learning Community (September 2022)

• Assessment for Learning and Target Setting – Exeter A Learning Community (September 2021)

• Mastery Approaches to Mathematics and the New National Curriculum – Exeter A Learning Community (June 2021)

• The Write Stuff – Writing and Reading – Exeter A Learning Community (January 2020)

Timeline

Designated Specialist Provision Teacher

Babington Academy
10.2024 - 07.2025

Functional Skills Maths Tutor

Leicestershire County Council
09.2023 - 08.2025

QTS - Primary(7-11)

Leicester Education Authority & University College Northampton
01.2003 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Science - Science-Chemistry and Biology

Guru Nanak Dev University (Recognised by UK NARIC)
09.1993 - 07.1996
Harwinder Singh