Creative and environmentally conscious, with a passion for painting and learning new skills Enjoy organising creative activities with friends and family and value the positive impact creativity and connection have on wellbeing
Jessica Sweeney
Rogerstone
Summary
A highly adaptable and committed education professional with extensive experience across multiple roles within a secondary school setting, including Cover Supervisor, Art Technician, Attendance Support, and Acting Head of Art. Proven ability to manage competing responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining high standards of teaching, learning, and operational support. Experienced in leading the Art department independently, delivering and planning a broad Key Stage 3 and 4 curriculum, and supporting GCSE students through both coursework and exam preparation. Skilled in behaviour management Dedicated Education Professional with a strong focus on student support and engagement. Cultivated positive relationships with students, fostering an inclusive learning environment and promoting active participation. Implemented effective behaviour management strategies to enhance classroom dynamics.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cover Supervisor
Newbridge School
02.2024 - Current
- Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring a calm, safe, and purposeful learning environment.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively in accordance with school policies, promoting positive conduct and engagement.
- Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans across a range of subjects, maintaining continuity of learning in line with the school curriculum.
- Plan and deliver appropriate lessons independently where work has not been set, ensuring activities are engaging, structured, and suitable for students’ abilities.
- Support students with a wide range of needs, including those with additional learning needs such as ASD and other learning disabilities.
- Adapt communication and support strategies to meet the diverse abilities and learning styles of students.
- Facilitated student interaction to enhance learning and socialisation.
- Built strong relationships with young people through consistent support, guidance, and assistance.
- Build positive relationships with students to encourage participation, confidence, and respect.
- Respond appropriately to incidents, following school behaviour and safeguarding protocols.
- Take accurate registers and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
- Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress, behaviour, and any issues arising during lessons.
- Monitored year group attendance, enforcing necessary measures to ensure targets were met.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, behaviour incidents, and academic progress for reporting purposes.
- Adapted to various roles, including form teacher and attendance officer.
- Assisted with school duties, including exam invigilation and break/lunch supervision, ensuring a safe and organised environment.
- Worked closely with school staff to determine worrying attendance records requiring review and action.
Art Technician
Newbridge School
04.2017 - Current
- Demonstrate practical techniques to students, enabling safe and effective use of both standard and specialised equipment.
- Develop and maintain expertise in a broad range of materials and specialised techniques, including ceramics, lino printing, textiles, and fine art processes.
- Provide in-class support to students of varying abilities, offering guidance on techniques, materials, and creative development.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to plan schemes of work, enhancing curriculum delivery and student engagement.
- Planned and prepared resources for lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Years 7–11), facilitating a comprehensive art curriculum.
- Managed stock, ordered, and stored art materials safely, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations to support a safe learning environment.
Treasurer
NASUWT
03.2025 - 09.2026
- Oversaw daily treasury operations, ensuring accurate transaction processing and financial record-keeping.
- Controlled expenditure, maintained accurate records, and ensured compliance with financial standards to uphold financial integrity.
- Monitored expenses, income, budgets and petty cash records, rectifying discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
HOD - Cover
Newbridge School
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Led the Art department on an interim basis, overseeing day-to-day departmental operations and curriculum delivery across KS3 and KS4
- Delivered high-quality Art teaching across KS3 and GCSE levels, maintaining strong classroom engagement and behaviour standards
- Coordinated GCSE coursework and exam preparation, ensuring deadlines, moderation requirements and assessment objectives were met
- Managed and supported Art teacher by coordinating planning, assessment, and monitoring student progress to enhance teaching effectiveness
- Monitored student attainment and progress data, implementing targeted support strategies to boost student outcomes
- Supported students in developing portfolio work for GCSE assessment and final exhibition outcomes
- Planned schemes of work and adapted lessons to meet a range of learning needs and abilities
- Communicated regularly with senior leadership, parents, and pastoral teams about student progress and attainment to foster collaborative support
- Demonstrated leadership, organisation and time-management skills while balancing teaching and departmental responsibilities simultaneously.
- Organised classroom resources, displays and materials to support creative learning environments
- Managed queries with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
Attendance Officer
Newbridge School
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Contacted parents and carers about unexplained absences and late marks, fostering communication and addressing attendance concerns promptly.
- Managed sensitive and sometimes difficult conversations with parents relating to attendance, punctuality and pupil welfare.
- Liaised with Heads of Year, safeguarding staff, and senior teams to identify and address patterns of poor attendance and persistent lateness.
- Used school management systems including ClassCharts, SIMS and IRIS Reach to collect, update and communicate attendance data efficiently
- Accurately inputted and cross-checked attendance information from multiple data sources within strict timeframes.
- Produced and shared attendance reports and updates to inform pastoral and safeguarding interventions.
- Maintained confidentiality and handled sensitive pupil information in line with school policies and data protection procedures.
- Demonstrated strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure during busy morning attendance periods.
- Communicated clearly and professionally with students, staff, parents and external agencies when required
- ..Managing daily attendance processes and ensuring accurate pupil records are maintained.
Diploma in Childrens Development & Learning, Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Crosskeys College
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Completed a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, developing knowledge and practical skills in supporting teaching and learning across secondary education. Gained experience in classroom support, behaviour management, safeguarding, differentiated learning strategies and working collaboratively with teachers to support student progress and wellbeing.
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce learning objectives, enhancing student confidence and academic performance.
- Provided one-to-one support to pupils needing additional help, improving their engagement and understanding of key concepts.
- Established positive relationships with students, modelling appropriate behaviours and adapting to classroom dynamics.
- Offered emotional support and guidance to pupils, fostering resilience and well-being.
Diploma in Art & Design
Crosskeys College
09.2013 - 06.2014
Education
Diploma - Art & Design
Crosskeys College
Newport, NWP06-2014
GCE - AS level - Art
Crosskeys College
06-2013
GCE - A level - English
Crosskeys College
06-2013
GCE - AS level - Biology
Crosskeys College
06-2013
GCSE - Chemistry
Newbridge School
06-2012
BTEC - Engineering
Newbridge School
06-2012
GCSE - ICT
Newbridge School
06-2012
GCSE - Mathematics
Newbridge School
06-2012
GCSE - Physics
Newbridge School
06-2012
Diploma - Childrens Development & Learning,Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Crosskeys College
05-2016
Skills
- Adaptability & Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Extracurricular Leadership
- Specialist Art Techniques
- Safeguarding Awareness
- Attendance & Data Management
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Student Support & Inclusion
- Department Leadership
- GCSE Art Support
- Curriculum Development (Art)
- Lesson Delivery & Planning
- Classroom & Behaviour Management
- Multi-role Management
Professional Development
- Practising artist in my spare time, using creative processes as a tool for relaxation, self-expression, and emotional wellbeing.
- Strong interest in supporting young people’s mental health, including keeping up to date with strategies to support students who may be struggling emotionally or socially.
- Passionate about wellbeing-focused activities, including delivering creative sessions that encourage confidence, communication, and positive self-expression.
- Interest in environmental awareness, with a focus on promoting mindful and sustainable approaches that can be shared with young people.
References
Available on request
Certification
- VAWDASV Training Level 1
- Safeguarding
- Additional Learning Needs Training
Interests
Timeline
HOD - Cover
Newbridge School
10.2025 - 01.2026
Treasurer
NASUWT
03.2025 - 09.2026
Attendance Officer
Newbridge School
03.2025 - 07.2025
Cover Supervisor
Newbridge School
02.2024 - Current
Art Technician
Newbridge School
04.2017 - Current
Diploma in Childrens Development & Learning, Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Crosskeys College
09.2015 - 05.2016
Diploma in Art & Design
Crosskeys College
09.2013 - 06.2014
Diploma - Art & Design
Crosskeys College
GCE - AS level - Art
Crosskeys College
GCE - A level - English
Crosskeys College
GCE - AS level - Biology
Crosskeys College
GCSE - Chemistry
Newbridge School
BTEC - Engineering
Newbridge School
GCSE - ICT
Newbridge School
GCSE - Mathematics
Newbridge School
GCSE - Physics
Newbridge School
Diploma - Childrens Development & Learning,Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Crosskeys College