Jacqui Wheatcroft
Wigan,Greater Manchester
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Health and Social Lecturer
The Growth Company
Salford
08.2025 - Current
- Delivering social vocational courses for 16-19 level 1-3, support workers in schools, Autism, Mental Health courses and Person Centred Care courses
- Designed, planned and delivered vocational courses based on life skills,curriculum requirements and exam attainment.
- Managed classroom environments, promoting a culture of respect, inclusivity, and active participation.
- Maintained up-to-date records of student achievements and progress, facilitating transparent communication with stakeholders.
- Utilised digital tools and resources to enhance traditional teaching methods, improving accessibility for all students.
- Offered learning support and guidance to students in both group and one-to-one settings to provide opportunities for improvement.
- Reviewed and provided feedback on students' assignments and projects, encouraging continuous improvement.
- Monitored and reported on student attendance and punctuality, addressing concerns promptly to minimise disruptions.
- Conducted hands-on training sessions to teach and demonstrate principles, methods and procedures of designated subjects.
- Maintained records with updated information to track student performance.
- Organised guest lectures and field trips to provide students with insights into vocational career opportunities.
- Advocated for the integration of sustainable practices in vocational training, preparing students for future challenges.
- Instructed and guided students in use of tools, equipment and materials, preventing injury or damage.
- Logged detailed records of students' learning and [Type] progress, attendance and training activities to offer insight and areas of improvement.
- Identified training needs of students or workers to determine training plans and teaching objectives.
- Planned course content and methods of instruction, providing learners with ordered instruction.
- Assessed student progress through practical and theoretical evaluations, providing constructive feedback.
- Adapted teaching methodologies to meet individual learner needs, boosting educational engagement.
- Delivered engaging vocational training sessions to diverse groups of learners, fostering practical skills development.
- Developed and updated course materials in line with industry standards, enhancing learning outcomes.
- Established group discussions and encouraged teamwork among students to inculcate collaboration skills.
- Amplified learners' knowledge and competence by presenting lectures and managing discussions among students.
- Kept classrooms orderly and established productive learning environments by enforcing discipline among students.
- Determined learning progress and shortcomings by assessing students' work.
- Distributed lesson plans, course materials and additional reading sources to students, enabling learner self-study and revision.
- Worked with individuals, industries and other education sectors to provide relevant training programmes.
- Coached students for employment in specific occupations or occupational areas with practical lessons and lectures.
- Coordinated with local businesses to secure work placements for students, facilitating real-world learning experiences.
- Collaborated with industry professionals to maintain relevance and accuracy of vocational training content.
- Modified course content to reflect new trends, patterns and changes in industries, equipping learners with relevant skills and knowledge.
- Supported students in the development of their personal and professional goals, guiding career path decisions.
- Facilitated practical workshops, simulating real-world scenarios to improve students' hands-on experience.
- Identified depleted educational resources, requisitioned resupply and controlled usage to minimise waste.
- Coordinated practical [Type] learning opportunities for students to ensure real-world applications of [Area of expertise] was thoroughly explored.
- Implemented health and safety protocols in practical sessions, prioritising student and staff welfare.
- Logged detailed records of students' learning and language progress, attendance and training activities to offer insight and areas of improvement.
- Offered effective learning opportunities to accommodate a range of learning requirements, ensuring each student received adequate resources for success.
- Taught vocational subjects in adult and further educational institutions, helping students prepare for desired occupations.
- Aided special needs students to understand subject matter by offering individualised instruction, tutorials or remedial classes.
- Supported curriculum reviews and improvements by producing and analysing student performance reports.
PhD Student in Education
University of Greater Manchester
09.2023 - 07.2025
- Researching - The difficulties in educational successful attainment from Challenging economic backgrounds.
- Formerly University of Bolton
Freelance - Vocal Tuition and Workshop Leader
08.2000 - 09.2023
- Freelance voice tutor and workshop Leader specialising in Musical theatres
- Clients include The Royal Northern College of Music, Chethams School Of music, Tring Educational Arts, Italia Conti London and Guildford, Winstanley College and Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts, Edge Hill University.
Lecturer
Edge Hill University
10.2020 - 07.2023
- Undergraduate Musical Theatre Program: Delivering courses within the Musical Theatre Department.
Director
STAGE & SINGING EXPRESS LTD
Wigan, Greater manchester
01.2000 - 01.2015
- Stage and Singing Express was a part time school for the performing Arts offering weekend and after school hours training in the three core disciplines of Singing, Acting and Dance.
- For ages 4-18 years with additional adult classes.
- (Part-time Schools for the Performing Arts)
- Core competencies in this role included: Strategic Arts Visionary, Leading by Example, Motivational, Team Building, Organisational Skills, Negotiation.
- Duties: Student Retention, Growth, Partnership, Curriculum Planning, Progress Reports, Fiscal Planning, Business Forecasting, Managing Teams, Staff Recruitment and Facilities Management.
- Developed and supervised staff by providing orientation, training, support and direction.
- Led team by example to align objectives with overall organisational strategy.
- Managed client relationships to boost retention and maximise revenue.
- Managed annual budgeting and financial planning processes, optimising resource allocation and cost control.
- Planned training programme to expand team skills and drive performance.
- Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with key industry players, enhancing business networking and collaboration.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Kept organisation in compliance with regulations and internal requirements.
- Managed daily operations by overseeing financials, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and employee performance.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
- Oversaw recruitment, training, and development of staff, fostering a high-performance organisational culture.
- Controlled expenses and allocated financial resources to reach budget goals.
- Mentored and developed new and existing employees to achieve corporate goals and objectives.
- Determined performance goals, providing crucial feedback on methods to reach milestones.
- Provided technical expertise and guidance on products and applications to meet customers' requirements and needs.
- Selected and mentored senior staff, creating successful leadership team.
- Reviewed and optimised operational processes, employing best practices to achieve excellence in service delivery.
- Developed high-performing teams to consistently exceed goals, drive revenue and expand markets.
Programme Leader- LIPA 4:19
Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts
04.2002 - 07.2003
- To devise and set up a Part-time Performing Arts Academy.
- In 2002 I was approached by LIPA to set up a part time academy to complement and expand the arts education provision to both complement their courses and add value to their product range and income streams by LIPA Principal Mark Feartherstone- Witty.
- LIPA were keen to replicate my schools in their image.
- To provide extended provision and outreach programmes in and around the Merseyside and Sefton Communities.
- I set up from initial concept to branding, costing, presentations and board level negotiation as Lipa is a Charity limited by guarantee and I developed the name LIPA 4:19 and all marketing strategies.
- This included devising the project, project planning, regular partner meetings and outsourcing to providers, uniforms etc.
- Recruiting Staff, Ensuring facilities met with all Health and Safety procedures including child protection and policy writing and all relevant authorities DBS, First Aid etc were fully utilised and trained and informed.
- With an initial budget of £25,000 I created a part-time academy and developed enrichment curriculums and outreach programmes in the community.
Full Time Mum
09.1998 - 08.2000
Media and Marketing Executive
Financial Times
12.1990 - 08.1998
- To manage the media and TV company accounts and news clients, train them on the new digital sources and upset, maintain customer relations.
- Miller Heimann- The Business Marketing System.
- Project Management Essentials.
- Harper Craven Sales Training.
- Creative writing skills in the Business Environment.
- Equality and Diversity in the workplace.
- Business Link Training for Business Management.
Education
PHD - Doctoral Research In Educational
University of Bolton
12-2028
PGCE 16 + - Creative Arts
Bolton University
12-2021
Master of Arts - Performance
University of Salford
12-2017
PPRNCM - Diploma - Operatic Studies
Royal Northern College of Music
12-1989
O levels - Grades A-C
A Levels - Theatre Studies and Music
LAMDA Gold - Distinction
Royal Schools Of Music Grade - 8 Singing and Grade 5 Theory, Piano, Clarinet and Saxophone
British Ballet Organisation exams - Ballet and Royal Academy of Dance exams in Tap and Jazz
Skills
- Strategic Arts Visionary
- Leading by Example
- Motivational
- Team Building
- Organisational Skills
- Negotiation
Custom
- Miller Heimann - The Business Marketing System
- Project Management Essentials
- Harper Craven Sales Training
- Creative writing skills in the Business Environment
- Equality and Diversity in the workplace
- Business Link Training for Business Management
Personal Information
Number of Children: One daughter - 29 years old
Timeline
Health and Social Lecturer
The Growth Company
08.2025 - Current
PhD Student in Education
University of Greater Manchester
09.2023 - 07.2025
Lecturer
Edge Hill University
10.2020 - 07.2023
Programme Leader- LIPA 4:19
Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts
04.2002 - 07.2003
Freelance - Vocal Tuition and Workshop Leader
08.2000 - 09.2023
Director
STAGE & SINGING EXPRESS LTD
01.2000 - 01.2015
Full Time Mum
09.1998 - 08.2000
Media and Marketing Executive
Financial Times
12.1990 - 08.1998
PHD - Doctoral Research In Educational
University of Bolton
PGCE 16 + - Creative Arts
Bolton University
Master of Arts - Performance
University of Salford
PPRNCM - Diploma - Operatic Studies
Royal Northern College of Music