Julie Spencer

I have worked as a Primary Teacher across both Key Stages for 20 years During this time I have worked effectively as part of a professional team and can work well independently also I have mentored and managed teaching assistants and supported and mentored Teaching Students over a number of years

I believe my role is to support the whole child, not only focusing on their education, but also their well-being and personal development

I work well with colleagues and value support from the team and also providing support to colleagues at all times

I planned effective and interesting lessons in line with school policy and the National Curriculum

My classroom management was always firm but fair and I always provided a listening ear to my pupils

I understand the importance of employing different teaching methods to engage all learners

I set high expectations for all learners, both in academic terms and in their behaviour

Differentiation is key when planning to ensure all children can achieve at their own level, feel positive and motivated to learn more - firmly believing that success breeds success

I have a good understanding of all six Areas of Learning within the Curriculum for Wales

I have clear and effective communication skills and am always able to build a good rapport with my pupils and also their parents

I have a good range of I T skills and enjoyed learning new skills in this field

I am able to deliver Welsh as a second language, having completed my GCSE in Welsh in my first year of teaching,

I am organised and am always well prepared in readiness for all lessons I am also proactive and happy to support pupil-led learning

I have worked with many children with additional educational needs and have been able to support them to achieve their potential in the classroom I have also supported More Able children to achieve their potential also

For me there is no greater joy than seeing a child make progress, however small that step may be It is a privilege to work with children and see them grow and to foster a love of learning, which will carry them out into the wider world