Katherine Davies
Welshpool,Powys
Summary
Dedicated professional with 24 years of teaching experience, skilled in communication and organisation. Proven ability to work collaboratively and independently in fast-paced environments. Eager to transition into retail, bringing strong customer service skills and a commitment to learning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Primary School Teacher
Powys County Council - Forden CiW School
Forden, Welshpool, Powys
09.2001 - 08.2025
- Taught all age ranges in school from 4-11 years old. Working closely with parents and carers to provide best support and facilitate learning.
- Planning and delivering curriculum to all pupils using up to date practises and implementing new curriculum.
- Planning and managing support for all Additional Learning Needs children within school, liaising with professional agencies and parents to provide best educational provision to meet their needs.
- Working with colleagues to develop teaching and learning curriculum and liaising with all members of staff to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of provision.
- Safeguarding children and adults within school and workplace.
- Excellent time keeping and organisational skills.
- Level 4 Makaton trained to communicate with children with Speech and language communication difficulties.
Factory worker
CDT Sidoli
Welshpool, Powys
07.2001 - 08.2001
- Worked at CDT Sidoli during each holiday when home from University,
- Achieved high-quality products with careful handling of materials.
- Worked on a production line making baked goods and decorating cakes.
- Ensured safety protocols for reducing on-site accidents.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
University College Chester
Chester 09.1997 - 07.2001
A-Levels -
Kingsbrook Secondary School
Milton Keynes 09.1991 - 07.1993
GCSEs - GCSE
Kingsbrook Secondary School
Milton Keynes 09.1989 - 07.1991
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Superb time management
- Computer literate
- Confident communicator
- Initiative taking
- Cash handling
Certification
I have a full driving licence.
I have a valid First Aid Certificate till November 2025.
I am Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 trained in Makaton.
Affiliations
I really enjoy all aspects of art and craft. I am a passionate crocheter and like to make hats for chemotherapy patients in my spare time as well as lots of hand crafted gifts.
I created and made the sets and costumes for our school plays and led all art teaching in my school.
I thoroughly enjoy reading and cooking.
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
Powys County Council - Forden CiW School
09.2001 - 08.2025
Factory worker
CDT Sidoli
07.2001 - 08.2001
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
University College Chester
09.1997 - 07.2001
A-Levels -
Kingsbrook Secondary School
09.1991 - 07.1993
GCSEs - GCSE
Kingsbrook Secondary School
09.1989 - 07.1991
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