Jane King
Welham Green,Hertfordshire
Summary
A highly skilled and experienced professional with strong organisational and interpersonal skills. A long record of effective workshop facilitation in-person and using Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Organised and dependable, with exceptional communication skills and a proven ability to remain calm under pressure. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and with good knowledge of Canva. A good knowledge and understanding of the Highway Code ensuring a clean driving licence for 40 years.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Children's Services
Body and Soul Charity
London
10.2009 - 10.2025
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environments.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Effectively planned and prepared workshops ensuring delivery of engaging in-person and online workshops for average attendance of 40 infants, teenagers or adults.
- Encouraged active participation in workshop discussions, fostering positive learning environments.
- Established and maintained strong, supportive relationships based on trust and non-judgement.
- Utilised trauma informed teaching methods to cater for diverse learning needs.
- Managed behaviour effectively, ensuring optimal learning environments for all participants.
- Implemented strategies to engage reluctant learners, improving overall participation rates.
- Managed team of 12 volunteers and provided guidance, resources and support to develop skills and confidence.
In-service Teacher Trainer
Voluntary Services Overseas
Nekemte, Oromia
02.2007 - 02.2009
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues on curriculum planning, resulting in coordinated academic programmes.
- Delivered effective training to ensure primary teachers improved classroom engagement and attainment through use of blended learning and interactive teaching methods.
- Arranged training to bridge learning gaps and increase department capabilities.
- Developed creative teaching aids from limited resources, enhancing overall learning processes.
- Worked with Ethiopian government ministers and NGO's to develop syllabuses for the English curriculum and the adult literacy and livelihood curriculum, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all core concepts.
- Prepared detailed reports to provide insights into programme effectiveness.
Teacher
London Borough of Hillingdon
Eastcote, Hillingdon
06.1989 - 08.2007
- Adhered strictly to syllabus guidelines whilst teaching various subjects across different grade levels.
- Fostered positive learning environments for student engagement through effective classroom management.
- Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
- Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
Education
Level 1 TheraPlay and MIM Training - Dyadic child and family therapy
Family Futures
London 02.2017 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield 09.1984 - 07.1989
Skills
- Communication skills
- Calm under pressure
- Experience in facilitating workshops with Zoom and Microsoft Teams
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, with proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Excel, and of Canva
Timeline
Level 1 TheraPlay and MIM Training - Dyadic child and family therapy
Family Futures
02.2017 - 03.2017
Head of Children's Services
Body and Soul Charity
10.2009 - 10.2025
In-service Teacher Trainer
Voluntary Services Overseas
02.2007 - 02.2009
Teacher
London Borough of Hillingdon
06.1989 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
University of Hertfordshire
09.1984 - 07.1989