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Isobel Foster

Isobel Foster

Salisbury ,Wiltshire

Summary

Engaging individual with strong foundation in education theory and classroom management strategies. Possesses exceptional interpersonal skills and capacity for building positive relationships with students, staff and parents. Committed to delivering dynamic and interesting lessons that ignite excitement for learning in every student.

A passion for helping others and proactive in educational and customer services providing support to improve an individuals experience and personal development.

A naturally warm and caring person and able to ensure others are made to feel at ease in their surroundings.

Recognises a friendly smile and kindness being the first step to develop a rapport with staff/pupils/customers and the importance of building strong relationships.

Providing up to date information and learning through a variety of methods is key to both learning and open communication.


Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work history

Supply teacher

Teaching Personnel
Salisbury , Wiltshire
06.2024 - Current
  • Established clear learning outcomes and targets for different abilities.
  • Implemented behaviour management strategies for optimised learning environment.
  • Maintained thorough understanding of trends and developments to produce innovative and engaging lessons.
  • Supported department development plans to meet new national curriculum requirements.
  • Navigated challenging behaviour from students calmly and effectively.
  • Liaised with faculty and administrators to gain insight or to disclose class information.
  • Demonstrated professionalism whilst interacting with students, staff and parents alike.
  • Minimised low level disruption by enforcing classroom policies.
  • Covered other teachers' classes during their absences, ensuring continuity in education delivery.

Progress Coach and Work Experience Coordinator

Sparsholt College
Winchester, Hampshire
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Instilled sense of commitment, drive and responsibility in young people.
  • Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals.
  • Promoted perseverance and determination as key components of student success.
  • Offered counselling to help students deal with academic, personal, or behavioural issues.
  • Personalised instruction and personal mentoring based on individual strengths and abilities.
  • Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
  • Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
  • Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening early in concerning issues.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
  • Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
  • Supported students to identify problems impeding education.
  • Guaranteed all work placement providers met safeguarding requirements to ensure student safety.
  • Matched learner needs, goals and skills with available work placement opportunities to maximise value.
  • Liaised with students, families, and other professionals to understand learner needs and priorities.
  • Created strong links between school and industry via effective coordination of work experience programme.

Cabin crew member

Virgin Atlantic
Crawley, West Sussex
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Managed in-cabin services efficiently, including food and beverage distribution for an enjoyable flight experience.
  • Administered basic medical care to passengers in distress and conveyed important information to qualified medical teams.
  • Maintained composure under pressure while handling multiple responsibilities on long-haul flights resulting in high-quality service delivery.
  • Demonstrated professionalism when dealing with challenging or difficult passengers to maintain a peaceful journey environment.
  • Ensured safety regulations compliance for passenger security.
  • Applied positive customer service approach to increase satisfaction levels.
  • Met passengers at entrance, verified tickets and directed individuals to locations.
  • Prepared cabin and passengers for safe landing.
  • Contributed to high customer satisfaction levels via exceptional interpersonal skills and attention to detail during in-flight services delivery.
  • Actioned tasks and responsibilities assigned during pre-flight briefings.
  • Collaborated effectively with other crew members to provide seamless service, improving overall flight experience.
  • Responded promptly to passenger queries or complaints displaying excellent problem-solving skills for customer satisfaction improvement.

Dog Walker

Happy Hounds :Ruth Hollis
Wilton, Wiltshire
03.2017 - 03.2020
  • Provided animals with right amounts of exercise.
  • Scheduled dog walks according to owners' preferences, resulting in high customer satisfaction rates.
  • Established trust with dogs using patient approach, fostering strong relationships with pets under care.
  • Liaised with customers to meet care and grooming requirements.
  • Respected community rules regarding leash laws and pet waste disposal showing civic responsibility.

Examination Invigilator

Godolphin School
Salisbury, Wiltshire
05.2017 - 06.2019
  • Reported any suspicious behaviour immediately to exam coordinators, maintaining high standard of honesty in every exam session.
  • Personalised instruction and personal mentoring based on individual strengths and abilities.
  • Upheld strict exam conditions in line with up-to-date regulations.
  • Explained rules for transferring answers onto official answer papers.
  • Removed distractions, retrieved mobile phones and monitored surrounding movements.
  • Prepared exam room for conducive and efficient environment.
  • Explained exam conditions and procedures before entering exam area.
  • Advised candidates on possessions permitted in exam venues to prevent rule breaches.
  • Collected completed scripts accurately to prevent any loss or mix-up.

Nursery assistant and Key Stage Worker

Busy Bees, Nursery
Upavon, Wiltshire
09.2011 - 09.2014
  • Created engaging play scenarios to encourage imaginative thinking amongst children.
  • Helped maintain attendance records guaranteeing accuracy and efficiency.
  • Engaged children in stimulating learning-based activities and games.
  • Encouraged children to safely explore surroundings, promoting curiosity and experimentation.
  • Recorded daily data and incidents in alignment with company reporting requirements.
  • Assisted in the development of educational programmes to boost children's learning engagement.
  • Engaged with both children and caregivers to nurture ongoing trusting rapport.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.

Head of Girls PE

The Holt School
Wokingham
09.1997 - 07.1998
  • Led a professional small team , working together to promote a safe , productive and happy working environment
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans by integrating physical activities with academic curriculum.
  • Maintained high behaviour standards during lessons fostering a respectful learning environment.
  • Created and marked homework, exams and class activities to monitor individuals' progress.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of national curriculum requirements for PE, ensuring syllabus aligns accordingly.
  • Collaborated closely with other teachers to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities through sport themes.
  • Set academic targets for students, communicating constructive feedback to address obstacles to learning.
  • Participated in parent teacher meetings to provide reports regarding progress of child.
  • Assisted students to pass practical and theoretical PE exams.

Head of girls PE

The Thomas Hardye School
Dorchester, Dorset
09.1992 - 08.1997
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of national curriculum requirements for PE, ensuring syllabus aligns accordingly.
  • Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.
  • Assessed performance and monitored progress of students.
  • Maintained up to date on latest effective sporting activities and fitness routines to incorporate into lessons.
  • Updated course materials, content and delivery.
  • Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
  • Offered counselling to help students deal with academic, personal, or behavioural issues.
  • Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.

Education

GCSEs - Maths

Yeovil
Yeovil, Somerset

GCSEs - English Language, English Literature,

The Park School
Yeovil, Somerset

GCSEs - Geography, History

The Park School
Yeovil, Somerset

GCSEs - Biology, Food and Nutrition

The Park School
Yeovil, Somerset

GCSEs - Religious Studies

The Park School
Yeovil, Somerset

A-Levels - English, Communication Studies

Yeovil College
Yeovil, Somerset

Bachelor of Education (Hons) - PE and English (Secondary}

College of St Mark and St John
Plymouth, Devon

NVQ Level 2 - Mental Health first aid and advocacy in the workplace

The Skills Network, Equal
Online
09/2023 - 11/2023

Cabin Crew - Cabin Crew

Virgin Atlantic
Crawley, West Sussex
01.2023

Skills


*Communication Skills-

Professional with good communication skills

Effective , clear and concise interaction and transfer of information when addressing parents, students , schools and outside agencies


*Problem-solving-

Approach concerns and complaints in a sensitive and informative manner to find solutions in a timely manner


*Multi-tasking-

Unfazed handling numerous situations whilst remaining calm and on task


*Attention to Detail-

Organised and precise especially with data , record keeping and paperwork


* Individual and Teamwork-

Works comfortably alone and within a team, coordinating well with others to provide seamless care and education


*Motivation-

Impart value of independence, life chances and a place “to be“ increasing life satisfaction


*Differentiation-

Understanding of intrinsic and extrinsic factors that may affect a students learning

Provides a variety of methods and activities to help students learn and develop confidence


*Negotiation-

Diplomatic but firm when required based upon knowledge and assessment of situation

Timeline

Supply teacher

Teaching Personnel
06.2024 - Current

Progress Coach and Work Experience Coordinator

Sparsholt College
03.2024 - 06.2024

Cabin crew member

Virgin Atlantic
01.2023 - 04.2023

Examination Invigilator

Godolphin School
05.2017 - 06.2019

Dog Walker

Happy Hounds :Ruth Hollis
03.2017 - 03.2020

Nursery assistant and Key Stage Worker

Busy Bees, Nursery
09.2011 - 09.2014

Head of Girls PE

The Holt School
09.1997 - 07.1998

Head of girls PE

The Thomas Hardye School
09.1992 - 08.1997

GCSEs - Maths

Yeovil

GCSEs - English Language, English Literature,

The Park School

GCSEs - Geography, History

The Park School

GCSEs - Biology, Food and Nutrition

The Park School

GCSEs - Religious Studies

The Park School

A-Levels - English, Communication Studies

Yeovil College

Bachelor of Education (Hons) - PE and English (Secondary}

College of St Mark and St John

NVQ Level 2 - Mental Health first aid and advocacy in the workplace

The Skills Network, Equal
09/2023 - 11/2023

Cabin Crew - Cabin Crew

Virgin Atlantic

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