Ian Darbyshire

I have a split role at school at the present time, in the mornings for 3 lessons I an a High Level Teaching Assistant and mentor students with various requirements. These can vary from low self esteem, low confidence, home problems, looked after children, special needs students, autistic students, deaf students, low ability students, attendance problems, and students with behavioural problems. These are mostly 121 situations or small groups. The students are initially referred from pastoral heads and I then complete some initial assessments with them and formulate a plan of how I can help them. Usually 1 lesson a week over a 6 week period. During the last lesson they are reassessed to compare with initial report. In the afternoons I maintain the site, tidying, cutting grass, trimming bushes, litter picking and looking after my mentoring area called "The Diggery"

I started as a Science teacher specialising Biology and General Science but because of work history I took over the role of Head of Careers which developed into Head of PHSE. During this time it was also my responsibility to organise Y10 Work Experience and coordinate relationships with various local colleges, charities, firms and work providers.

• Responded quickly to emergency calls ensuring prompt resolution of issues.
• Skilled in operating a variety of power tools and hand tools used in the elimination process.
• Educated clients about preventive measures for long-term pest control results.
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of various pests' habits and life cycles in order to apply most effective treatment.

• Enhanced accuracy of test results with meticulous record keeping.
• Calibrated laboratory equipment to achieve accurate test results.
• Exhibited excellent attention to detail whilst documenting findings thus improving clarity in reports.
• Facilitated training sessions for junior staff enhancing overall team productivity.
• Development of new home brew kits and quality control testing of raw materials and finished products