James Collington

• Teach and manage a Year 6 class in a large three-form-entry primary school, adapting communication and support to individual pupil needs.
• Use assessment data to plan targeted interventions and monitor progress; recent cohort improvements included Reading 59.26% to 85.15%, Maths 48.14% to 70.37% and Grammar 59.26% to 70.37% at expected/greater depth.
• Supported inclusive practice through Assess-Plan-Do-Review meetings and Individual Education Plans, ensuring differentiated provision and effective communication with families and external professionals.
• Co-lead Science and lead Design & Technology, preparing guidance, resources and presentations for colleagues, supporting consistent curriculum delivery and responding to staff feedback.
• Mentored and supported colleagues, including ECTs and year-group staff, by sharing strategies and resources collaboratively, enhancing overall team effectiveness.
• Record safeguarding and pastoral information accurately using CPOMS, the school’s secure safeguarding recording system, ensuring confidential information is clear, factual and useful to colleagues and other professionals.
• Managed project tasks including resource ordering, price comparison, budget forecasting, and risk assessments, ensuring seamless trip planning and provider coordination.
• Organised wider opportunities including a careers trip to SULZER and PGL residential visits, requiring accurate communication, planning and management.

Planned and delivered inclusive Key Stage 2 teaching, using formative and summative assessment data to identify barriers, monitor progress and adapt future practice. Delivered targeted reading interventions, promoted reading for pleasure and worked with families to support positive reading routines at home. Regularly used evidence from assessment, pupil voice, observations and family feedback to evaluate impact and improve outcomes. Communicated clearly with parents, colleagues, senior leaders and external professionals, including through SEND reviews, safeguarding records and pupil progress discussions.

Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons, enhancing student engagement and comprehension.

Collaborated with colleagues to plan and execute school events and projects, fostering community involvement and student participation.

Organised school trips, offering pupils enriching experiences that complemented classroom learning.

Supported teaching and intervention delivery across primary age range, collaborating with teachers to identify pupil needs and provide targeted support that enhanced learning outcomes. Delivered small-group and one-to-one interventions, including literacy and reading support, using observation and ongoing assessment to adapt approaches and report progress. Established strong relationships with children, families, and staff, fostering an inclusive environment for pupils with SEND and communication needs. Gained practical experience in inclusive practice, behaviour support, and differentiated resources, contributing to evidence-informed interventions that addressed diverse learner needs.

Contributed towards assessment marking; reducing workload for class teachers.

Participated in teacher training sessions to keep abreast of educational trends and strategies.

Provided pastoral care to students, fostering a safe and supportive school environment.

• Supervised event-day service in busy customer-facing environment, delegating tasks and supporting team members to uphold service standards under pressure.
• Provided excellent customer service, resulting in repeat business.
• Ensured adherence to licensing laws, fire regulations and other statutory regulations applicable in the hospitality industry.
• Enhanced team productivity with clear communication and delegation.
• Communicated effectively with colleagues and customers, adapting to changing demands promptly and professionally.

• Developed customer service, reliability, organisation and teamwork across retail, bar and event settings, including racecourse events.