KATIE GAZZELLONI
Cheam
Summary
Qualified educator with a BSc in Business Management and over 10 years’ experience in brand and marketing at companies like Unilever, TIGI Haircare, and Bourjois. Led product launches, developed promotional strategies, and managed cross-functional teams. Transitioned into education with 7 years as a primary teacher and curriculum leader, building strong skills in communication, training, and stakeholder engagement. Now seeking to combine business and education expertise to support Pearson’s mission through subject guidance, resource development, and educator engagement in Business, Enterprise and Marketing.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
SEN Class Teacher, Year 1 and 2
West Hill SEN Primary School
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Led the development and updates of EHCPs, ensuring they reflected each child’s evolving needs.
- Conducted annual reviews and set SMART targets aligned with Key Stage expectations to track progress.
- Created differentiated resources and collaborated with parents and specialists to support inclusive learning.
- Managed a team of teaching assistants, ensuring consistent, high-quality support tailored to diverse learner needs.
Class Teacher, Head of Year 2, Head of Art, Head of English
The Mead Infant and Nursery School
09.2017 - 08.2024
- Led Year 2 SATs preparation, surpassing academic targets.
- Coordinated curriculum delivery and staff development in English and Art.
- Contributed to school well-being initiatives and achieved the Optimus Education Wellbeing Award.
Brand Manager, then TIGI ‘Experience’ Marketing Manager (EU focus)
TIGI International Ltd (Unilever)
03.2009 - 11.2014
- Developed marketing strategies and managed A&P budgets for Catwalk and S-factor brands.
- Launched new product lines and led promotional campaigns across UK and European markets.
- Delivered presentations, managed cross-functional teams, and created consumer communications.
- Achieved significant revenue growth and brand turnaround through strategic planning and execution.
Assistant Brand Manager
Bourjois UK Cosmetics Ltd
12.2007 - 03.2009
- Managed product launches, in-store promotions, and digital campaigns for cosmetics across the ‘eye’ sector.
- Developed POS materials, analysed performance, and maintained the UK website.
- Delivered impactful campaigns and events, including Superdrug Beauty Max.
Direct to Consumer Project Executive
Unilever UK
07.2006 - 12.2007
- Also held position from Jul 2004-Jul 2005 as part of industrial placement and was asked to return after graduation.
- Managed below-the-line campaigns for Dove, Impulse, Sunsilk, and Timotei.
- Led digital and relationship marketing initiatives, including the development of microsites and email newsletters.
- Coordinated with agencies and internal teams to deliver campaigns on time and within budget.
Education
PGCE - Education
St Mary’s University
Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames 05.2015 - 12.2016
BSc (Hons) - Business Management
University of Surrey
09.2002 - 07.2006
A-Levels -
Strodes College
09.2000 - 07.2002
GCSEs -
Fullbrook School
New Haw, Surrey 09.1995 - 07.2000
Skills
- Qualified educator
- Business expertise
- Clear communicator
- Confident trainer
- Stakeholder engagement
- Strategic thinking
- Team collaboration
- Organisational strength
- Deadline management
Affiliations
- Running
- Yoga
- Gardening
References
References available upon request.
Personal Details
Date of birth: 29/01/84
Timeline
SEN Class Teacher, Year 1 and 2
West Hill SEN Primary School
09.2024 - 07.2025
Class Teacher, Head of Year 2, Head of Art, Head of English
The Mead Infant and Nursery School
09.2017 - 08.2024
PGCE - Education
St Mary’s University
05.2015 - 12.2016
Brand Manager, then TIGI ‘Experience’ Marketing Manager (EU focus)
TIGI International Ltd (Unilever)
03.2009 - 11.2014
Assistant Brand Manager
Bourjois UK Cosmetics Ltd
12.2007 - 03.2009
Direct to Consumer Project Executive
Unilever UK
07.2006 - 12.2007
BSc (Hons) - Business Management
University of Surrey
09.2002 - 07.2006
A-Levels -
Strodes College
09.2000 - 07.2002
GCSEs -
Fullbrook School
09.1995 - 07.2000
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