Isabel Puckey
Bristol,Gloustershire
Summary
A dedicated and nurturing graduate teacher with a strong commitment to inspiring and supporting all learners. Skilled in building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues, with a solid foundation in classroom management and core educational principles. Passionate about creating inclusive, engaging learning environments that support both academic achievement and personal development. Confident in lesson planning, curriculum delivery, and differentiating to meet a range of learning needs. Experienced in using assessment for learning and next-step planning to drive pupil progress. Brings strong organisational skills, flexibility under pressure, and a proactive, reflective approach to teaching. Committed to ongoing professional development, safeguarding, and working collaboratively with teaching teams and specialists to enhance outcomes for all pupils.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student teacher
Woodlands Primary School
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Completed a 13-week university placement, progressively increasing responsibility to 80% teaching load, delivering high-quality lessons across the curriculum and managing all aspects of classroom practice.
- Facilitated group discussions for fostering critical thinking.
- Gained proficiency in various teaching methodologies by regular practice.
- Utilised constructive feedback from mentor teachers to improve teaching approach.
- Built strong rapport with pupils, fostered a positive learning environment.
- Tailored teaching style, achieved better student understanding.
- Fostered inclusive classroom atmosphere by promoting respectful interactions amongst students.
- Improved classroom management skills with hands-on experience.
- Covered primary teacher absences and continued lessons according to curriculum plans.
- Stimulated critical thinking through effective questioning.
- Offered holistic student support to build social, emotional and educational growth.
- Maintained updated curriculum knowledge for expert student guidance.
Student teacher
St Bonaventure's RC Primary School
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Delivered structured 1:1 reading intervention sessions to targeted Key Stage 1 pupils using the BR@P model.
- Supported pupils in developing fluency, decoding skills, comprehension, and reading confidence through 30-minute sessions, twice a week for 10 sessions.
- Adapted reading materials and activities to suit individual learning needs and reading levels.
- Conducted regular progress monitoring and informal assessments to track reading development.
- Collaborated with class teachers and support staff to align intervention goals with classroom learning.
- Encouraged positive reading habits and built student motivation through praise, reflection, and goal setting.
- Developed skills in phonics instruction, guided reading strategies, and child-led discussion around texts.
- Gained experience in planning and evaluating evidence-based literacy interventions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular feedback to staff and informal communication with parents.
Student teacher
Glenfrome Primary School
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Completed a 7-week university placement, progressively increasing responsibility to 60% teaching load, delivering high-quality lessons across the curriculum.
- Planned and delivered engaging lessons across core subjects under the guidance of the class teacher.
- Developed classroom management skills through behaviour strategies tailored to individual pupil needs.
- Supported the progress of all learners by differentiating tasks and scaffolding appropriately.
- Built positive relationships with pupils, promoting a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment.
- Contributed to formative assessment by marking work, providing feedback, and adjusting planning accordingly.
- Participated in staff meetings, CPD sessions, and planning discussions, gaining insight into whole-school practices.
- Assisted with small-group interventions, including guided reading and maths support.
- Reflected on teaching practice with university mentors and school-based staff to inform future development.
- Maintained detailed lesson plans and evaluation notes in line with university requirements.
- Developed confidence in using school technology (e.g. interactive whiteboards, learning platforms) to enhance teaching and learning.
Student teacher
St Micheal's C of E Primary School
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Completed a 4-week first-year university placement, gaining initial classroom experience and developing foundational teaching skills through observation, pupil support, and guided lesson delivery.
- Observed experienced teachers to gain insight into effective classroom management and teaching strategies.
- Supported individual pupils and small groups during lessons, particularly in English and Maths.
- Assisted in preparing and organising classroom resources and displays to enhance the learning environment.
- Gained hands-on experience with behaviour management techniques in a real classroom setting.
- Began planning and delivering short starter activities and segments of lessons under teacher supervision.
- Built rapport with pupils and contributed to creating a positive and inclusive classroom culture.
- Reflected on teaching practice through daily journal entries and feedback sessions with mentors.
- Developed understanding of school policies, routines, and expectations as part of a professional team.
Student teacher
St Michaels C of E Primary School
Bristol, South Gloucestershire
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Completed a 2-week first-year university placement in EYFS, gaining early experience in child development, play-based learning, and classroom routines within an early years setting.
- Observed experienced practitioners to understand how early learning is structured through play and exploration.
- Supported children’s learning through guided play, story time, and early phonics and number activities.
- Helped to set up and manage indoor and outdoor continuous provision to encourage independent learning.
- Built positive relationships with young children, promoting social interaction, communication, and emotional development.
- Assisted in daily routines including tidy-up time and transitions, gaining insight into EYFS structure and behaviour management.
- Contributed to observations and informal assessments to support understanding of the EYFS curriculum and development matters.
- Developed professional awareness of safeguarding, inclusion, and supporting children with diverse needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of the West of England
Bristol 09.2022 -
Skills
- Lesson planning and curriculum delivery
- Differentiation to support diverse learning needs
- Assessment for learning and next-step planning
- Cross-curricular and creative teaching approaches
- Early reading, phonics, and reading for pleasure
- Behaviour management and positive reinforcement strategies
- Effective communication with pupils, parents, and staff
- Teamwork and collaboration with teaching teams and specialists (eg SENCOs, subject leads)
- Engagement with professional development and reflective practice
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies
- Flexible and calm under pressure
- Quick to adapt to changing classroom situations
- Proactive in taking on responsibility and leading learning
- Resilient and solution-focused in challenging situations
- Confident use of interactive whiteboards and educational technology
- Organised and efficient with planning and workload management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Certification
- Safe guarding certification (Level 2)
- Prevent duty training certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student teacher
Woodlands Primary School
12.2024 - 03.2025
Student teacher
St Bonaventure's RC Primary School
02.2024 - 03.2024
Student teacher
Glenfrome Primary School
12.2023 - 02.2024
Student teacher
St Micheal's C of E Primary School
02.2023 - 03.2023
Student teacher
St Michaels C of E Primary School
11.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of the West of England
09.2022 -
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