Jayne Kennedy
Lowestoft,Suffolk
Summary
Hardworking Primary School Teacher bringing 25 years' experience in education with a dedication to pupil success. Effective English subject leader specialising in reading and phonics. Inspiring pupils' interest by planning and delivering creative learning opportunities. High expectations of professional conduct and the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding children. Good knowledge of of strategies to support learning, progress and standards across the curriculum and able to adapt to meet the needs of all pupils. Fully committed to positive behaviour strategies and good mental health and wellbeing for all pupils. Skilful team member and role-model to colleagues. Creates effective partnerships with parents and carers to support pupils' development. Keen to continue professional development, currently completing National Professional Qualification for Leading Literacy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Primary class teacher and English subject lead
St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Harrow Weald, Harrow
01.2015 - 07.2023
- Member of the Middle Leadership team.
- Successfully organised reading scheme and phonics and spelling programme for the whole school which was commended by OFSTED September 2023.
Class teacher and Phonics Lead
Woods Loke Primary School
Lowestoft, Suffolk
09.2013 - 12.2014
- Led phonics meetings for staff and parents.
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
Supply Class Teacher
Woods Loke Primary School
Lowestoft, Suffolk
09.2011 - 08.2013
- April 2012-April 2013 successfully led the subject of History.
Class teacher
Crowfoot Primary School (Beccles Academy)
Beccles, Suffolk
04.2011 - 08.2011
- Worked collaboratively with the EYFS team to promote maximum pupil learning and enrichment.
Class Teacher
St. Mary and St. Peter Catholic Primary School
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk
09.2010 - 04.2011
- Completed the course: 'Every Child a Talker' to support pupils with their speech and language needs.
Class teacher
Woods Loke Primary School
Lowestoft, Suffolk
03.2010 - 08.2010
- Collected, analysed and tracked data to score each pupil at the end of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Class teacher
Woods Loke Primary School
Lowestoft, Suffolk
04.2009 - 11.2009
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
Class Teacher
St. Margaret's Primary Academy
Lowestoft, Suffolk
04.2008 - 04.2009
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
Class teacher, English and Science Subject Lead
St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Harrow Weald, Harrow
09.2000 - 04.2008
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Effective NQT (ECT) mentor from 2005-2007
Supply Class Teacher
Cedar's Manor School
Harrow Weald, Harrow
04.2000 - 07.2000
- Worked effectively with hearing impaired specialist teachers to support pupils in my class.
Class teacher (NQT) ECT
Arnhem Wharf Primary School
London, Tower Hamlets
09.1998 - 04.2000
- Worked with specialist teachers and HMI to promote pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Completed NQT training courses focusing upon teaching methods and developments in English and Maths.
Factory Operative
Birdseye Walls
Lowestoft, Suffolk
06.1997 - 09.1997
Catering assistant
Pleasurewood Hills
Lowestoft, Suffolk
07.1996 - 08.1996
Factory operative
Birdseye Walls
Lowestoft, Suffolk
06.1995 - 09.1995
Grocery assistant
Somerfield Food Stores
Lowestoft, Suffolk
05.1992 - 09.1994
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching Studies with English Language and Linguistics
University of Roehampton
Roehampton 09.1994 - 07.1998
A-Levels, GCSE - A-Level Communication Studies, GCSE Maths
Lowestoft College
Lowestoft 09.1991 - 08.1994
A-Levels, GCSEs - A-Level English, GCSE English, Science, Geography, French, Art, Food Technology, General Studies.
Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics
Lowestoft 09.1988 - 08.1994
Skills
- Classroom engagement techniques
- SEND support
- Pastoral care
- Creative lesson planning
- Behaviour management
- Pedagogical theory
Timeline
Primary class teacher and English subject lead
St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
01.2015 - 07.2023
Class teacher and Phonics Lead
Woods Loke Primary School
09.2013 - 12.2014
Supply Class Teacher
Woods Loke Primary School
09.2011 - 08.2013
Class teacher
Crowfoot Primary School (Beccles Academy)
04.2011 - 08.2011
Class Teacher
St. Mary and St. Peter Catholic Primary School
09.2010 - 04.2011
Class teacher
Woods Loke Primary School
03.2010 - 08.2010
Class teacher
Woods Loke Primary School
04.2009 - 11.2009
Class Teacher
St. Margaret's Primary Academy
04.2008 - 04.2009
Class teacher, English and Science Subject Lead
St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
09.2000 - 04.2008
Supply Class Teacher
Cedar's Manor School
04.2000 - 07.2000
Class teacher (NQT) ECT
Arnhem Wharf Primary School
09.1998 - 04.2000
Factory Operative
Birdseye Walls
06.1997 - 09.1997
Catering assistant
Pleasurewood Hills
07.1996 - 08.1996
Factory operative
Birdseye Walls
06.1995 - 09.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching Studies with English Language and Linguistics
University of Roehampton
09.1994 - 07.1998
Grocery assistant
Somerfield Food Stores
05.1992 - 09.1994
A-Levels, GCSE - A-Level Communication Studies, GCSE Maths
Lowestoft College
09.1991 - 08.1994
A-Levels, GCSEs - A-Level English, GCSE English, Science, Geography, French, Art, Food Technology, General Studies.
Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics
09.1988 - 08.1994
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