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Julie Peckham

Julie Peckham

Eastbourne,East Sussex

Summary

An experienced and dedicated Educational Professional with a proven track record of driving whole-school improvement, fostering high-performing teams, and creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments. Skilled in strategic leadership, staff development, and navigating complex educational challenges with clarity and vision. With deep expertise in curriculum design, school operations, and mentoring, who now wants to focus and redirect her career in utilising this wealth of experience to inspire, coach, and develop current and aspiring leaders, empowering them to lead with confidence, compassion, and impact.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

SEND Consultant

Voluntary
Eastbourne, East Sussex
09.2021 - Current
  • Supported families and schools in applications for Educational Health Care Plans and SEND Tribunals with 100% success rate.
  • Facilitated mitigation meetings to resolve issues efficiently.
  • Conducted staff development workshops to enhance school support systems resulting in improved confidence.
  • Mentored teachers on effective processes for managing EHCP applications.
  • Delivered customised training programmes to improve teachers skills and knowledge.

Deputy Head Teacher

West Sussex County Council
Burgess Hill, West Sussex
09.2017 - 08.2021
  • Deputised for Head Teacher in large three-form entry school with 510 pupils enrolled.
  • Ensured all staff met and surpassed Teaching Standards.
  • Mentored Early Career Teachers during Probation Period to foster professional growth.
  • Developed and implemented coaching programmes which identified staff development needs and facilitated access to opportunities.

Head Teacher

Eton House Primary School
Seoul, , South Korea, Asia
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Successfully led an Independent School to rank among Top Ten Primary Schools in South Korea.
  • Achieved COBIS status, first school to attain Ofsted 'outstanding' equivalent.
  • Managed educational enrolment of 210 children, ensuring optimal learning environments.
  • Coached and mentored Korean teachers, surpassing UK Teaching Standards.
  • Facilitated workshops and open days, fostering transparent communication with parents.

Various Teaching Positions.

L.B.Croydon/Surrey, East and West Sussex Council
Various Locations
07.1996 - 07.2017
  • Exceeded all teaching standards, achieving Specialist Teacher status on Upper Pay Spine (3).
  • Received 'outstanding' ratings in all performance management and Ofsted inspections for teaching observations.
  • Implemented behaviour management workshops across schools, integrating coaching principles.
  • Reduced violent behaviour by 90% in most cases, embedding strategies into school behaviour policies.

A successful Career within the Travel Industry

Thomas Cook/Virgin Atlantic/British Airways
Various
07.1979 - 09.1996

My career culminated in my own, successful, Travel Consultancy, specialising in honeymoons.

Education

Bachelor of Education (Hons) - Primary 7-11

London South Bank University
London
09.1992 - 07.1996

Skills

  • Leadership Development – Ability to guide and develop leadership skills in both children and adults
  • Emotional Intelligence – Strong self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal sensitivity when supporting others
  • Strategic Thinking – Capacity to identify and develop the ‘Leader’ in all staff, with long-term planning, vision setting, and whole-school improvement
  • Coaching and Mentoring – Proficiency in using coaching frameworks (eg, GROW) and mentoring strategies to support professional growth
  • Communication Skills – Excellent listening, questioning, and feedback skills to foster trust and professional, transparent, dialogue
  • Problem Solving– Ability to help others navigate complex challenges and make evidence-based decisions
  • Confidentiality and Professional Integrity – Trusted to handle sensitive issues with discretion and ethics Safeguarding Lead
  • Reflective Practice – Skilled at promoting reflection in others and continuously developing their own mentoring approach

Timeline

SEND Consultant

Voluntary
09.2021 - Current

Deputy Head Teacher

West Sussex County Council
09.2017 - 08.2021

Head Teacher

Eton House Primary School
08.2015 - 08.2017

Various Teaching Positions.

L.B.Croydon/Surrey, East and West Sussex Council
07.1996 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Education (Hons) - Primary 7-11

London South Bank University
09.1992 - 07.1996

A successful Career within the Travel Industry

Thomas Cook/Virgin Atlantic/British Airways
07.1979 - 09.1996
Julie Peckham