Helen Jones
Cheadle Hulme,Stockport
Summary
I am a dedicated EYFS specialist with a strong focus on current research and innovation to deliver evidence-informed education that enhances child outcomes. I have experience in team leadership, mentoring staff, and managing professional development initiatives. Skilled in strategic planning to drive improvements in education, I can demonstrate expert knowledge of the EYFS framework. Adept at curriculum planning, monitoring, and evaluation to ensure high-quality educational standards, I am committed to fostering an environment of continuous improvement and excellence within EYFS and KS1 education.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Pre-School Class Teacher and EYFS Lead
Laurus Trust - Cheadle Hulme Primary School
Cheadle Hulme, Stockport
2018.01 - Current
- A founding member of EYFS teaching staff at CHPS teaching in Reception. I am currently the Pre-School Class Teacher and EYFS Lead in the 2 form entry school.
- I have participated in a North West Classroom Action Research Project for NW1 Maths Hub for Maths Mastery in Nursery.
- I support 6 Laurus Trust Primary Schools with professional development, research, pedagogy and curriculum design within EYFS.
- I work closely with Primary Trust Curriculum Directors and I have recently written a Trust wide writing progression document for Year 1 based on current research and my knowledge of EYFS and KS1.
- I hold positions of responsibility within school as ECT Mentor, RE and Sustainability Lead
- Lead for pupil parliament group, Department for Education.
Year 1 Class Teacher
Brookburn Community Primary School
Chorlton, Manchester
2016.09 - 2018.07
Year 1 Teacher
2 form entry school
Completed NQT Year.
Moved to Stockport LEA and school closer to home
Building Society Manager
Yorkshire Building Society
Bury, Oldham, Stockport, Wilmslow , North West
2003.04 - 2015.08
Branch Manager
Mortgage Adviser and Mortgage Underwriter
Staff Trainer for Mortgage Advisers in North West
Left to pursue career in education and complete PGCE
First Assistant Manager Graduate Programme
McDonald's
Stockport, Greater Manchester
1998.09 - 2003.04
Graduate Trainee Programme
Left to pursue management career in finance.
Education
NPQSL - Senior Leadership
Educational Development Trust
North West 2023.09 - 2025.07
Master of Arts - Education
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 2021.09 - 2024.06
PGCE - Early Years and Key Stage 1 Specialism (Age 3-7)
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 2015.08 - 2016.07
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent 1995.09 - 1998.07
Skills
- Current research and Innovation : keep abreast of current research in EYFS and KS1 to provide high-quality, evidence-informed education that improves child outcomes
- Team Leadership: Mentor staff, overseeing LSA deployment, and managing professional development and EYFS team meetings
- Strategic Planning: Drive improvement in EYFS
- Partnership with Parents: Lead parent workshops and maintain consistent, supportive communication
- Curriculum & Planning: Expert knowledge of the EYFS framework
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Conduct observations, offering feedback to staff, and managing interventions
Timeline
NPQSL - Senior Leadership
Educational Development Trust
2023.09 - 2025.07
Master of Arts - Education
Manchester Metropolitan University
2021.09 - 2024.06
Pre-School Class Teacher and EYFS Lead
Laurus Trust - Cheadle Hulme Primary School
2018.01 - Current
Year 1 Class Teacher
Brookburn Community Primary School
2016.09 - 2018.07
PGCE - Early Years and Key Stage 1 Specialism (Age 3-7)
Manchester Metropolitan University
2015.08 - 2016.07
Building Society Manager
Yorkshire Building Society
2003.04 - 2015.08
First Assistant Manager Graduate Programme
McDonald's
1998.09 - 2003.04
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Staffordshire University
1995.09 - 1998.07