Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Lennon Griffiths

Lennon Griffiths

Shrewsbury,Shropshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with experience in special education needs and advanced English grammar. Proficient in performing arts and English literature, with a strong ability to build relationships with students. Skilled in British Sign Language, special needs accommodation, and children's literature. Expertise in implementing the national curriculum, managing student behaviour, and ensuring child protection and safeguarding. Adept at age-appropriate lesson planning with a focus on fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.

Versatile professional with focus on maintaining classroom order and supporting teachers in delivering curriculum. Capable of managing diverse student behaviours and fostering positive learning environment through strong communication and organisational skills. Able to adapt quickly to varied educational settings and ensure continuity of learning.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cover supervisor

Excell Supply
, Shropshire
03.2025 - Current
  • Encouraged open class discussions, fostering critical thinking skills among students.
  • Participated actively in school events and activities contributing to a pleasant school community.
  • Promoted a positive educational atmosphere with clear communication and rapport building.
  • Stepped in at short notice during teacher absences, minimising disruption to curriculum progression.
  • Ensured effective learning environment by maintaining classroom discipline and management.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, improving teaching techniques overall.
  • Implemented school policies consistently to maintain order and respect amongst students.
  • Monitored student behaviour, establishing respectful and productive learning spaces.
  • Advocated for students' needs and rights, leading to enhanced school-wide awareness and understanding of SEN issues.

Restaurant supervisor

Zuko Thai
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Ensured smooth operation by effectively managing all front of house staff.
  • Provided leadership during busy periods to maintain excellent service levels despite high volumes of guests.
  • Managed inventory to avoid shortages and reduce waste.
  • Fostered team cohesion through regular communication and feedback sessions.
  • Trained new staff members, leading to improved service standards.
  • Promoted positive dining experience with exceptional customer service skills.
  • Collaborated closely with kitchen staff to ensure consistent food quality and presentation for heightened guest satisfaction.

FOH coordinator

Hickory's
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
09.2019 - 03.2023
  • Managed customer complaints, increased satisfaction levels.
  • Coordinated staff rotas to ensure smooth operations.
  • Conducted routine checks for maintaining cleanliness standards.
  • Developed shift schedules, minimizing staff turnover rates.
  • Trained new staff members to improve performance.
  • Implemented hygiene standards, guaranteed safe dining environment.
  • Established rapport with customers for repeat business.
  • Handled cash transactions to maintain financial integrity.
  • Monitored daily operations, identified areas of improvement.
  • Facilitated event management, ensured successful execution.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature AND Drama

University of Chester
Chester
09.2022 -

A-Levels - English Literature, English Language, Drama

Shrewsbury Sixth form
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs - English Language, English Literature, Maths, Drama, Dance, Music, Technology

Belvidere Secondary School
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
09.2014 - 06.2019

Skills

  • Special education needs experience
  • Advanced English grammar knowledge
  • Proficient skills in performing arts
  • English literature proficiency
  • Relationship building with students
  • British sign language proficient
  • Special needs accommodation
  • Children's literature knowledge
  • National curriculum implementation
  • Student behaviour management
  • Experience with special-needs students
  • Child protection and safeguarding
  • Age-appropriate lesson planning
  • Expertise in English literature

Affiliations

  • Outside of work, I partake in open mics and write my own music.
  • I attend a regular literature club where we discuss many books ranging from different genres

Accomplishments

    In university year 2, I produced a one hour drama workshop integrated with the literature of blood brothers, working on memory techniques and improvisation techniques that enhanced the understanding of literature and the practice of Drama. I was awarded a first for this workshop.

Certification

Enhanced DBS checked with certificate provided.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cover supervisor

Excell Supply
03.2025 - Current

Restaurant supervisor

Zuko Thai
03.2024 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature AND Drama

University of Chester
09.2022 -

A-Levels - English Literature, English Language, Drama

Shrewsbury Sixth form
09.2020 - 06.2022

FOH coordinator

Hickory's
09.2019 - 03.2023

GCSEs - English Language, English Literature, Maths, Drama, Dance, Music, Technology

Belvidere Secondary School
09.2014 - 06.2019
Lennon Griffiths