Joanne Simpson
Renfrew
Summary
A highly skilled professional with extensive experience in project coordination, administration, and compliance. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary teams. Proven track record in leadership and management, including supervising colleagues and leading sub-teams. Adept at creating innovative resources, managing programmes of work, and liaising with stakeholders across various sectors such as NHS and social work. Proficient in software tools including Google Classroom and Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on digital resource creation. Committed to promoting confidence within teams while ensuring GDPR compliance and effective policy implementation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher
CroftCroighn School & Howford School
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2019.11 - Current
- I teach assigned classes, together with associated preparation and resource creation;
- I work as part of the team to develop the school curriculum;
- I regularly assess, record and report on the work of pupils;
- I promote and safeguard the health, welfare and safety of pupils;
- I work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals;
- I undertake appropriate continuing professional development, relevant to the sector
- I participate in meetings related to school planning, raising achievement and community engagement;
- I use a range of different communication systems to meet the individual needs of learners.
- I contribute towards the whole school community and the wider needs of the school.
- Transfer to Howford Primary School August 2022. Due to change of hours.
- I created an inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
Teacher
Isobel Mair School
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2012.01 - 2019.11
- I was responsible for planning, delivering and assessing high quality learning experiences to children to raise attainment and achievement.
- I was responsible for assessing, recording and reporting on the progress of children.
- I actively contributed to the development and delivery of a curricular, learning support or pastoral care programme suitable to meet the needs of all pupils, as dictated by the School Improvement Plan or Authority direction.
- I promoted partnership working with professional and support staff, parents, and appropriate agencies.
- I organised school events such as sports day, cafes and fairs as part of a team.
- I delivered communication system training to adult learners through workshops and seminars.
- I selected curricula areas based on students' interests, aptitude and abilities.
Primary supply teacher
Various locations
Glasgow and surrounding area
2007.08 - 2011.03
- I assisted in the development of children's social skills through group activities and playtime supervision.
- I attended regular staff meetings, maintaining up-to-date professional skills and knowledge.
- I involved parents in their child's education through regular updates and open doors events.
- I worked to deliver engaging lessons, while following the plans left by classroom teacher and the guidelines of the school/ classroom.
- I adapted quickly to different year groups and classrooms, ensuring minimal disruption to students' learning experience and continuity with behaviour policies
- I supported school-wide events to enhance community spirit and involvement.
- I assessed, recorded and reported on child development, progress and attainment to encourage continuous improvement against educational goals within individual schools recording systems.
Administrative coordinator
Three, Glasgow
Glasgow
2003.09 - 2005.07
- Private sector employment within the telecommunications sector.
- Responsible for collating data, reporting and processing daily and weekly reports.
- Supported a small team of staff to complete time sensitive tasks, report to management.
- Creation of reports and processes to be utilised across the business.
- I was part of a team that improved office efficiency by streamlining administrative procedures and developing new procedures.
- I supported new hire staff through training and mentoring established staff on processes and procedures, when moving into the department.
- I provided high-quality customer service for clients, ensuring their needs were met and expectations reached.
Education
BA Hons - Business and Marketing
Demontfort University
Milton KeynesPGDE - Primary Education
Strathclyde University
Glasgow, Glasgow City 2005.08 - 2006.06
Skills
- Team Working within and across professional and multi-disciplinary settings
- Excellent self organisation and autonomous planning
- Strong communication skills
- Experience following and creating policy
- Informed GDPR/confidentiality compliance
- Creation of new, innovative resources for different stakeholders
- Experience collecting and using data for evaluation and feedback
- Effectively organise and manage programmes of work
- Extensive multi-agency coordination (NHS, Social Work, Psychologists)
- Extensive experience in conflict resolution and family liaison
- Experiencing supervising and managing close colleagues
- Managing and recording own professional development
- An ability to promote confidence and competence within teams and build positive relationships
- Software & IT Proficiency: MS OneDrive, Microsoft Office Suite (Sway, Forms, Excel, Word),
Timeline
Teacher
CroftCroighn School & Howford School
2019.11 - Current
Teacher
Isobel Mair School
2012.01 - 2019.11
Primary supply teacher
Various locations
2007.08 - 2011.03
PGDE - Primary Education
Strathclyde University
2005.08 - 2006.06
Administrative coordinator
Three, Glasgow
2003.09 - 2005.07
BA Hons - Business and Marketing
Demontfort University