Jennifer Linney
Matching Green,Essex
Summary
Accomplished education professional with extensive expertise in educational programming, resource management, and special educational needs. Demonstrates a strong understanding of Ofsted standards and education laws, facilitating parental involvement and professional development training. Proven ability to manage budgets effectively while conducting educational research to enhance learning environments. Committed to fostering inclusive education and continuous improvement in teaching practices.
Driven and dedicated, demonstrating strong leadership and organisational skills, along with proven ability to manage teams and foster positive learning environment. Possesses exceptional communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring smooth operation of daily school activities while supporting student and staff development. Committed to making meaningful impact in Specialist Teaching role.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Principal and SENCO
The Chalk Hills Academy
Luton, Bedfordshire
09.2023 - Current
- Perform all the necessary statutory duties expected as a SENCO.
- Upheld Ofsted regulations whilst providing quality education to students. In addition to implementing the new inclusion measures
- Implemented successful pupil behaviour management interventions for SEMH students
- Facilitated CPD to support SEN and inclusion across the school and improve the quality of teaching and learning.
Assistant Headteacher Inclusion (SENCO)
Chace Community School
Enfield, Middlesex
01.2002 - 08.2023
- Performed all statutory duties as a SENCO and successfully supported the school moving from Requires Improvement to Good.
- Introduced adaptive technology into classrooms for enhanced digital literacy and independence among SEN students.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents for improved student support.
- Drove an inclusive atmosphere by fostering a culture of diversity and respect in particular with students that were named to our Specialist Resourced Provision.
Teacher of Science
The Heathcote School
Stevenage, Stevenage
11.2001 - 12.2001
- Fostered interest in science by implementing interactive experiments.
- Encouraged student participation by creating a lively and interactive teaching atmosphere.
- Participated actively in departmental meetings, contributing ideas for curriculum improvements and sharing best practices with colleagues.
Programme Manager
Our Chalet, WAGGS
Adelboden, Switzerland
05.2001 - 10.2001
- Coordinated with different departments, ensuring seamless execution of guest experiences.
- Aligned all project activities to business goals for maximum impact.
- Facilitated training sessions for enhancing team skills and productivity of volunteer staff.
- Developed comprehensive guest programme that incorporated enrichment on site, and tours across using local transport services and businesses.
Education
Masters of Education - Education
Middlesex University
City of london 09.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Education - Education
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay 09.2000 - 05.2001
Honors Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation - Outdoor Recreation
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay 09.1996 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay 09.1996 - 05.2000
Skills
- Educational programming
- Knowledge of ofsted standards
- Knowledge of education laws
- Parental involvement facilitation
- Professional development training
- Teaching experience
- Resource management
- Special educational needs expertise
- Budgeting and finance
- Educational research
Certification
- Qualified Teacher Status (September 2005) teacher number 0217727
- Multi-agency Safeguarding Children Complex (Level 4) (February 2026) awarded by Safeguarding Associates for Excellence
- Speech and Language Support for 11-16s (May 2025) Awarded by Elklan through the Open College Network
Timeline
Assistant Principal and SENCO
The Chalk Hills Academy
09.2023 - Current
Masters of Education - Education
Middlesex University
09.2010 - 01.2013
Assistant Headteacher Inclusion (SENCO)
Chace Community School
01.2002 - 08.2023
Teacher of Science
The Heathcote School
11.2001 - 12.2001
Programme Manager
Our Chalet, WAGGS
05.2001 - 10.2001
Bachelor of Education - Education
Lakehead University
09.2000 - 05.2001
Honors Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation - Outdoor Recreation
Lakehead University
09.1996 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Lakehead University
09.1996 - 05.2000