Katie Davis
Birmingham,West Midlands
Summary
Experienced educational leader with focus on fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments. Achieves improved student outcomes through innovative curriculum design and strategic staff development. Utilises strong communication and organisational skills to build collaborative school communities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Headteacher
Sukh Bains, N H Care Ltd
Birmingham, West Midlands
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Enhanced school reputation by implementing innovative educational strategies.
- Developed culture of continuous learning for staff development.
- Collaborated with local community organisations for student enrichment programmes.
- Established high expectations for staff, fostering a professional teaching environment.
- Organised teacher training workshops to improve teaching methodologies.
- Managed school budget efficiently, ensuring optimal use of resources.
- Implemented new curriculum guidelines for better academic performance.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication and meetings.
- Led school-wide initiatives, promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
- Promoted student wellbeing by introducing mental health support services in the school.
- Created a safe learning environment, prioritising student safety and comfort.
- Reviewed and updated school policies to maintain compliance with education regulations.
- Coordinated successful school events, enhancing student engagement and participation.
- Mentored newly appointed teachers to ensure alignment with school vision and mission.
- Chaired meetings with department heads for effective operational planning.
- Advocated for students' needs whilst maintaining focus on educational objectives.
- Devised strategic plans that resulted in improved student achievement levels.
- Increased staff morale through recognition programs and positive feedback sessions.
- Oversaw teaching and wellbeing of all students.
- Maintained thorough student safeguarding through CPOMS, ensuring best-possible pupil wellbeing and care.
- Created and implemented dynamic development strategies to aid staff and student growth and achievement.
- Assessed student progress against termly targets, implementing necessary intervention changes to aid success.
- Meticulously monitored and evaluated school performance metrics from baseline to end of each term on a termly basis.
- Accommodated students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Gifted and Talented qualities through high quality teaching and learning.
- Led selection and appointment of 4 + teaching and non-teaching staff over a one year period.
- Improved school Ofsted rating from newly registered to requires improvement with elements of goo through inspiring leadership and innovative curriculum implementation within three months of opening.
- Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
- Collaborated with parents and teaching staff on strategies to reduce disruptive behavioural incidents.
- Enforced fair and equitable disciplinary code to protect students and staff.
- Coordinated administrative operations to maintain compliance and accuracy across recordkeeping and financial areas.
- Oversaw facilities and grounds maintenance, balancing budget and schedules against professional expectations and safety.
- Optimised student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
- Established and optimised programme schedules to cover planned needs.
- Maintained programme operating within budget levels, maximising resource utilisation whilst minimising costs.
- Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
- Kept institution financially sound by tracking expenses and maintaining detailed records.
- Modernised instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning.
Assistant headteacher
Rednal Hill Junior School
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Collaborated closely with headteacher on strategic planning and decision-making processes to drive school improvements.
- Initiated creative fundraising events which enriched school resources without additional burdens on parents or staff.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents for improved student support.
- Implemented new learning strategies, promoting academic improvement across all year groups.
- Drove an inclusive atmosphere by fostering a culture of diversity and respect.
- Established comprehensive safeguarding policies to ensure pupil wellbeing at all times.
- Coordinated extracurricular programmes, broadening students' educational experiences.
- Promoted positive behaviour amongst students by introducing effective disciplinary measures.
- Invigorated curriculum design to better meet national education standards.
- Advocated for continuous professional development for staff members resulting in improved teaching quality.
- Supported SEN pupils throughout their learning journey, ensuring equal access to opportunities for all students.
- Led parent-teacher meetings, fostering open dialogue regarding student progress and concerns.
- Identified areas of improvement through rigorous assessment procedures resulting in raised attainment levels.
- Ensured compliance with Ofsted regulations during inspections securing satisfactory ratings consistently.
- Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
- Collaborated with parents and teaching staff on strategies to reduce disruptive behavioural incidents.
- Enforced fair and equitable disciplinary code to protect students and staff.
- Optimised student educational strategies with clear advice on course choices, progression and career options.
Assistant headteacher
Manor Park Primary Academy
Birmingham, West Midlands
04.2017 - 08.2022
- Collaborated closely with headteacher on strategic planning and decision-making processes to drive school improvements.
- Initiated creative fundraising events which enriched school resources without additional burdens on parents or staff.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents for improved student support.
- Implemented new learning strategies, promoting academic improvement across all year groups.
- Bolstered staff morale with regular team-building activities.
- Drove an inclusive atmosphere by fostering a culture of diversity and respect.
- Established comprehensive safeguarding policies to ensure pupil wellbeing at all times.
- Coordinated extracurricular programmes, broadening students' educational experiences.
- Promoted positive behaviour amongst students by introducing effective disciplinary measures.
- Invigorated curriculum design to better meet national education standards.
- Advocated for continuous professional development for staff members resulting in improved teaching quality.
- Liaised effectively with local community organisations, strengthening school-community ties.
- Supported SEN pupils throughout their learning journey, ensuring equal access to opportunities for all students.
- Led parent-teacher meetings, fostering open dialogue regarding student progress and concerns.
- Identified areas of improvement through rigorous assessment procedures resulting in raised attainment levels.
- Ensured compliance with Ofsted regulations during inspections securing satisfactory ratings consistently.
- Worked closely with Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher to build and implement effective SEND policies, leading to an increase in progress made by students with SEND.
- Monitored, evaluated and improved quality of teaching in English lessons setting through a bespoke high quality curriculum.
- Modelled excellent teaching standards when delivering a variety of lessons across all primary classes.
- Led 20+ staff members by example for 5 years.
- Provided targeted support within SEND through high quality training, resources and policies, resulting in an increase in progress made by students with SEND.
- Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
- Collaborated with parents and teaching staff on strategies to reduce disruptive behavioural incidents.
- Hired and mentored well-qualified job applicants for teaching and support staff roles, boosting programme success.
Education
BA (Honours) with QTS - English and Education Studies
Newman College of Higher Education
Birmingham 09.2003 - 09.2007
Postgraduate Certificate (NASENCO) - SEND
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 09.2019 - 09.2020
NPQH - Headship
Department for Education
Birmingham 02.2022 - 11.2023
Skills
- Special educational needs awareness
- Knowledge and experience of Ofsted regulations/standards/procedures
- Inclusive education knowledge
- Experience with behavioural policies
- Educational policy and planning understanding
- Safeguarding regulations knowledge
- SEN expertise
- School development strategies
Timeline
Headteacher
Sukh Bains, N H Care Ltd
11.2023 - 11.2024
Assistant headteacher
Rednal Hill Junior School
09.2022 - 11.2023
NPQH - Headship
Department for Education
02.2022 - 11.2023
Postgraduate Certificate (NASENCO) - SEND
University of Birmingham
09.2019 - 09.2020
Assistant headteacher
Manor Park Primary Academy
04.2017 - 08.2022
BA (Honours) with QTS - English and Education Studies
Newman College of Higher Education
09.2003 - 09.2007
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