James McGough
London
Summary
A dedicated and enthusiastic educator driven by a genuine passion for teaching. With an unwavering commitment to the field of education, I aspire to transition into a fulfilling career as a teacher, leveraging my innate qualities of hard work, motivation, and enthusiasm. Eager to cultivate an engaging learning environment, I possess a relentless desire to learn and develop, continuously seeking opportunities for growth and improvement in my professional practice.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Economics & Business Teacher
UCL Academy
London
09.2023 - Current
- Economics KS5 & Business KS4
- Working with pupils to gain employment opportunities and applications to University.
- Maintaining regular communication with parents, to report on progress, encouragement, and support
- Serving as a Year 9 Form Tutor
Teacher of Business
City of London Academy
Islington
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented lessons for KS4 and KS5 Business Studies courses.
- Created and marked homework, exams and class activities to monitor individuals' progress.
- Pastoral role as a form tutor & differentiated materials for SEN.
Business & Economics Teacher
St Mary's & St John's CE School
Hendon, London
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Started role working as a LSA, working with SEN and differentiating learning materials (2 weeks & transitioned to Unqualified Teacher)
- KS4 & KS5 Business and Economics.
- Served as a form tutor for Year 10
Financial Analyst
Cobens Wealth Management
London City
11.2009 - 03.2020
- Fund analysis and using FE Analytics to construct portfolios& Creating suitability letters for all pre-compliance checked cases.
- Performing carry forward calculations and lifetime allowance calculations.
Paraplanner
Ablestoke (Intrinsic Quilter Group)
London
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Preparing and writing finance reports.
- Research funds and products & providing admin support to 3 financial advisers.
Junior Paraplanner
St James Place Wealth Management
City of London
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Financial analysis and preparing financial plans tailored to clients' needs and goals.
- Researching financial products and investment opportunities to provide informed recommendations.
- Provided ongoing support to clients, addressing inquiries and concerns regarding their financial plans and investment portfolios.
Client Relations Advisor
Barclays Wealth Management
Douglas
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Undertaking regulatory complaints, settle complaint related payments and provide administrative and 'controls' support to the department
- Administrative and control tasks for specialist complaints ensuring they meet the regulatory guidelines
- Gatekeeping of complaints, liaising with the front office, up to and including Managing Director level.
Freelance Consultant;/ Business and Legal English Teacher
Mattos Filho Advocat, Swiss Re, Nideria, Andrade Gutierrez & Facebook
Sao Paulo
02.2015 - 09.2016
- Legal & Business practices & regulations to company executives dealing with European clients
- Freelance teaching legal and business English, drafting corporate governance guidelines and proofreading contracts.
Vice President of DEMOS UNU Board
UNU Merit
Maastricht, Netherlands & Tokyo, Japan
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Representing the department of the United Nations University on numerous delegations including ILO and OECD conferences
- Demonstrating and marketing UNU econometric research to public and private sector stakeholders.
- Coordinator of finance and administration for events and projects.
Teacher and Examiner
Cambridge ESOL Examinations
St Germain en Laye
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Business and Legal English for a range of companies & clients
- Examining candidates for official exams
Accounts Clerk (Purchase Ledger and book keeping duties)
Accounts for All ltd
Ramsey, Isle of Man
01.2009 - 10.2011
- Databases management & office administration.
Education
PGDE & QTS - Business
Teach First & Bath Spa University
06.2023 -
Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA) -
Chartered Insurance Institute
/2017 -
Double Master of Science -
United Nations University & Maastricht University
/2014 - /2015
Teaching Knowledge Test -
Cambridge University
Bachelor of Arts -
Bangor University
09.2010 - 06.2013
A Levels -
Ramsey Grammar School
Ramsey, Isle of Man /2008 - /2010
Skills
- The Mix Educational Advisory Council (Digital Charity for Children's mental health)
- Qualification in Financial Planning (PSS, SJP Internal Exam)
- Competent working with a range of databases and proficient in office administration
- Technical competency with FX Analytics & IRESS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Economics & Business Teacher
UCL Academy
09.2023 - Current
PGDE & QTS - Business
Teach First & Bath Spa University
06.2023 -
Teacher of Business
City of London Academy
09.2022 - 07.2023
Business & Economics Teacher
St Mary's & St John's CE School
02.2022 - 07.2022
Paraplanner
Ablestoke (Intrinsic Quilter Group)
07.2018 - 02.2019
Junior Paraplanner
St James Place Wealth Management
05.2017 - 07.2018
Client Relations Advisor
Barclays Wealth Management
11.2016 - 02.2017
Freelance Consultant;/ Business and Legal English Teacher
Mattos Filho Advocat, Swiss Re, Nideria, Andrade Gutierrez & Facebook
02.2015 - 09.2016
Vice President of DEMOS UNU Board
UNU Merit
10.2014 - 10.2015
Teacher and Examiner
Cambridge ESOL Examinations
10.2013 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts -
Bangor University
09.2010 - 06.2013
Financial Analyst
Cobens Wealth Management
11.2009 - 03.2020
Accounts Clerk (Purchase Ledger and book keeping duties)
Accounts for All ltd
01.2009 - 10.2011
Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA) -
Chartered Insurance Institute
/2017 -
Double Master of Science -
United Nations University & Maastricht University
/2014 - /2015
Teaching Knowledge Test -
Cambridge University
A Levels -
Ramsey Grammar School
/2008 - /2010