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Jane Attwood

Jane Attwood

15 Lypiatt View, Bussage, Stroud,Gloucestershire

Summary

Having worked in the education sector for over 30 years, I have developed a broad range of skills and competencies. I am a strong communicator, both verbally and in written formats, with a personable yet efficient nature. A strong team player, I prioritise the wellbeing of all stakeholders and am committed to improvement for all. I am particularly skilled at being adaptable, using my initiative, remaining calm and being the voice of reason!

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Headteacher (Jobshare)

Chalford Hill Primary School
Stroud, Gloucestershire
04.2019 - 12.2025
  • Deputising for Head teacher in absence (including acting Head whilst previous Head was off on longterm sick)
  • Personal Development Lead
  • Assessment Lead
  • Governor
  • Nominee in Ofsted inspection
  • Continuation of roles as class teacher

Teacher

Chalford Hill Primary School
Stroud, Gloucestershire
01.2017 - 12.2025
  • Class teacher
  • English Lead
  • ECT mentor
  • Gloucestershire University liaison
  • Music Lead
  • History Lead

Waitress and Catering Assistant

Agency and Calcott Manor
Gloucestershire
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Working as barista and waiting staff at Westonbirt Arboretum on casual basis
  • Working Weddings/Christenings/ wakes etc at venues across the county

Various Supply roles

GCC
Stroud, Gloucestershire
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Covering across a range of schools as Teacher and/or Teaching assistant as and when required. Flexible working.

Head Teacher

Chesterton Primary School
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
09.2015 - 08.2016
  • Shaping the strategic direction and development of the school;
  • Leading learning and teaching to ensure the highest quality of education for the pupils;
  • Providing effective organisation and management of the school;
  • Being accountable for the efficiency and effectiveness of the school including overseeing the school budget.

Head Teacher

Leighterton Primary School
Tetbury, Gloucestershire
09.2012 - 08.2015
  • Full time Headteacher
  • Leading School
  • Linking with local community
  • Supporting Parents
  • GAPH rep for local small schools

Class Teacher

Bussage Primary School (GCC)
Stroud, Gloucestershire
09.1999 - 08.2012
  • Deputy Head (from Jan 2010)
  • Mathematics Lead
  • SENCo
  • Curriculum Lead
  • English Subject Lead
  • Humanities & MFL Subject Lead
  • Student mentor
  • NQT mentor
  • SENCo
  • Teaching across EYFS/KS1 & KS2

Class Teacher

Chesterton Primary School (Gloucestershire County Council)
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
09.1995 - 08.1998
  • Full time Class teacher
  • DT Coordinator
  • KS2 English Lead
  • Y6 & SATs Coordinator
  • Responsibility for Secondary Transfer Liaison

Class Teacher

Badsey First School (Worcestershire County Council)
Evesham, Worcestershire
09.1992 - 08.1995
  • Full time Teacher across KS2

Education

Postgraduate Diploma (PGCE) - Primary Education

University of South Wales
Swansea
07.1992

Bachelor's degree - Humanities

Huddersfield Polytechnic
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire
07.1991

A Level - French, History, English

Cirencester Sixth Form
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
07.1988

AS Level - General Study

Cirencester Sixth Form
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
07.1988

GCSE 'O' levels - English Lit, English Lang, Maths, Biology, Physics, History, Art, RE, French

Stroud High School for girls
Stroud, Gloucestershire
07.1986

Skills

  • Literacy, numeracy, and IT proficiency
  • Leadership and staff development
  • Parent and community engagement
  • Team collaboration and conflict resolution
  • Positive attitude
  • Customer service excellence
  • Time-management
  • Decision making
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Relationship-building
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Policy implementation and development
  • Performance evaluation and results assessment
  • Evaluation-led improvement
  • Strategic visioning and strategy development
  • Data analysis tools and legislation understanding
  • Diversity adaptation and inclusion
  • Budgeting expertise

Interests

  • Avid reader
  • Theatre goer
  • Swimmer
  • Dog walker
  • Eating out
  • Piano novice
  • Karaoke & Line dancing!

Timeline

Deputy Headteacher (Jobshare)

Chalford Hill Primary School
04.2019 - 12.2025

Teacher

Chalford Hill Primary School
01.2017 - 12.2025

Waitress and Catering Assistant

Agency and Calcott Manor
09.2016 - 08.2017

Various Supply roles

GCC
09.2016 - 08.2017

Head Teacher

Chesterton Primary School
09.2015 - 08.2016

Head Teacher

Leighterton Primary School
09.2012 - 08.2015

Class Teacher

Bussage Primary School (GCC)
09.1999 - 08.2012

Class Teacher

Chesterton Primary School (Gloucestershire County Council)
09.1995 - 08.1998

Class Teacher

Badsey First School (Worcestershire County Council)
09.1992 - 08.1995

Postgraduate Diploma (PGCE) - Primary Education

University of South Wales

Bachelor's degree - Humanities

Huddersfield Polytechnic

A Level - French, History, English

Cirencester Sixth Form

AS Level - General Study

Cirencester Sixth Form

GCSE 'O' levels - English Lit, English Lang, Maths, Biology, Physics, History, Art, RE, French

Stroud High School for girls
Jane Attwood