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James Biggin

Colne,Lancashire

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strategic mindset and strong empathy, excelling in school event coordination and standardised testing preparation. I demonstrate unwavering positivity, patience, and resilience in all tasks. Skilled in conflict resolution, communication, and data analytics, with a keen eye for detail and methodical problem-solving abilities. Committed to fostering a supportive environment through careful planning and effective communication.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Teacher in a primary school

Lady Royd Primary School
Bradford, West Yorkshire
09.2024 - Current

Maths Lead- Oversee and analyse the subject of Mathematics ( 2017-24)

Middle Leader- Responsible for the performance management of the Upper Key Stage 2 team and classes.


Year 3 teacher- 2015-17

Year 5 teacher- 2017-19

Year 4 teacher 2019-20

Year 6 teacher 2020-24


As part of my everyday role I have consistently carried out the following duties:-


  • Fulfilled curriculum requirements by planning and delivering engaging lessons.
  • Adapted teaching methods to cater for diverse learning needs of students.
  • Improved student literacy skills through reading comprehension exercises.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to nurture creativity among pupils.
  • Encouraged active participation in class discussions, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Conducted parent-teacher meetings to discuss pupil progress and behaviour issues.
  • Marked and provided constructive feedback on homework tasks and class projects.
  • Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.
  • Safeguarded security of all students and intervened in cases of conflict between students.
  • Created and updated attendance records to check the regularity of students on day-to-day basis.
  • Organised school trips as a means of enhancing experiential learning opportunities for pupils.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping improve academic performance.
  • Mentored new teachers providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
  • Regularly updated parents about their child's progress maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Initiated after-school tutoring sessions assisting struggling learners meet their academic goals.
  • Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.

Cleaner

Sodexo
Crossflatts, West Yorkshire
03.2013 - 06.2014
  • Promoted good maintenance habits amongst team members through regular training sessions.
  • Assisted with seasonal deep cleans, contributing towards a fresher environment after periods of heavy use.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene by thorough daily dusting and hoovering.
  • Achieved a sparkling finish for glass surfaces by using appropriate cleaning materials.

Police Liaison

Santander
Bradford, West Yorkshire
06.2010 - 10.2012
  • Utilised financial databases to identify irregular patterns.#
  • Provided reports and bank account information for the Police upon request.
  • Provided statements and reports for councils and the HMRC under the SSFA.
  • Liaised daily on the phone with councils, HMRC and Police to provide relevant information.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Politics

Newcastle University
Newcastle
09.2007 - 05.2010

Skills

  • Strong empathy
  • Unwavering positivity
  • School event coordination
  • Standardised testing preparation
  • Patience and resilience
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Communication
  • Eye for detail
  • Careful
  • Strategic Mindset
  • Methodical problem solver
  • Data analytics

Affiliations

  • Cycling
  • Football
  • Being in the outdoors
  • Plane spotting

Timeline

Teacher in a primary school

Lady Royd Primary School
09.2024 - Current

Cleaner

Sodexo
03.2013 - 06.2014

Police Liaison

Santander
06.2010 - 10.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Politics

Newcastle University
09.2007 - 05.2010
James Biggin