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Holly Watson

Cheltenham,Gloucestershire

Summary

As a qualified teacher, I excel in teaching in a range of setting, year groups and topics. I am committed to classroom management and creating a supportive and engaging environment where students feel safe and valued. I communicate effectively with new colleagues, parents, and students, adapting my teaching methods to meet individual needs. Skilled in using technology to create tailored learning resources that target specific areas of the curriculum or even specific children's need. My organisational skills allow me to deliver lessons efficiently in short time frames, while my creative approach ensures lessons are impactful. I am patient, empathetic, and committed to continuous professional growth, with a strong understanding of child development.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Primary supply teacher

Thrive Education
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2024 - Current
  • Effectively delivering engaging lessons across a wide range of subjects, adhering to the set curriculum and following lesson plans provided by the regular teacher even when there was limited time for preparation.
  • Managing classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring a positive and focused learning environment for students of varying ages and abilities.
  • Building strong, positive relationships with both students and staff, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom culture in short-term teaching roles.
  • Ensured compliance with school policies, including safeguarding procedures and health & safety guidelines.
  • Adapting efficiently to new classroom settings, effectively transitioning between different teaching styles, behaviour management strategies and lesson structures to suit different settings.

Play worker

Yvonne Greenaway
Aldridge, Walsall
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Ensured the safety and well-being of children, meeting their needs and providing a secure and supportive environment.
  • Demonstrated a strong awareness of allergies and adhered to safeguarding procedures, maintaining a high standard of care.
  • Tailored activities to individual needs, ensuring inclusive participation from all members of the group.
  • Developed positive relationships with young people, parents and professionals. Collaborating closely to ensure the best outcomes for children.
  • Established and maintained dynamic and stimulating routine to manage children's expectations and minimise behavioural issues.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status (FS/KS1, ages 3-7)

University of Gloucestershire
Cheltenham
09.2021 - 07.2024

A-Levels - Biology, Geography and German

Aldridge School
Aldridge, Walsall
09.2019 - 07.2021

Skills

  • Resource creation
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Leadership
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Knowledge of EYFS and Child Development
  • Schedule Management
  • Flexibility
  • Adaptability
  • Phonics knowledge
  • Child safeguarding

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Primary supply teacher

Thrive Education
09.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Education - Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status (FS/KS1, ages 3-7)

University of Gloucestershire
09.2021 - 07.2024

Play worker

Yvonne Greenaway
01.2020 - 07.2021

A-Levels - Biology, Geography and German

Aldridge School
09.2019 - 07.2021
Holly Watson